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REPORT: Hans Crouse Spotted With Phillies on Saturday

Hans Crouse has been spotted with the Philadelphia Phillies, his role with the club is still unknown.

Kade Kistner

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Hans Crouse has reportedly been seen  with the Philadelphia Phillies according to Matt Gelb of The Athletic.

Crouse was part of the trade that saw pitcher Spencer Howard sent to the Texas Rangers at the trade deadline in July. In return, Philadelphia received starting pitcher Kyle Gibson and closer Ian Kennedy.

Crouse was the third player in the deal and before suffering elbow injuries, was seen as one of, if not the, top pitching prospect in Texas' system. 

With Archie Bradley placed on the injured list and the Phillies bullpen having been heavily utilized, Philadelphia needs pitching help. It remains to be seen what Crouse's role will be with the big league club or his length of tenure in 2021.

Regardless, Crouse has turned into a pitcher, rather than a thrower. His fastball is considered a plus pitch and his curveball and changeup have both improved. Crouse could be an option later in the game, despite coming up as a starting pitcher.

If Crouse gets to step on the mound, it will be his major league debut. However, it is only a matter of time before he makes it to the majors. He could be just part of the taxi squad for potential help if the bullpen needs it, still, it highlights how the Phillies made out on their deadline trade.

As more information becomes available, Inside the Phillies will update you.

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Kade Kistner
KADE KISTNER

Kade Kistner is the publisher and beat writer for Sports Illustrated's Inside the Phillies. An alumnus of Tulane University, Kade graduated in 2017 with a degree in Latin American Studies and a minor in Spanish. Upon graduation, Kade commissioned into the United States Navy and attended Naval Flight School in Pensacola, Fl. He served as a Naval Aviator and was stationed in Jacksonville, Fl.  During his time in school and the Navy, Kade began covering the MLB and NFL with USA Today, SB Nation, and Sports Illustrated.  Kade covered the New Orleans Saints, Texas Rangers, and numerous other teams within the Sports Illustrated network before launching Inside the Phillies, Inside the Astros, and Inside the Cubs. You can follow him on Twitter at @KadeKistner, or if you have any questions or comments he can be reached via email at kwkistner@gmail.com.

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