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Briefing: Phils' Crawford, son of ex-major leaguer, to start

Strategic angle: Rookie Justin Crawford, the son of ex-major leaguer Carl Crawford, will be the starting center fielder for the Philadelphia Phillies as this season gets underway.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-25 · 1 MIN READ

The Philadelphia Phillies have announced that rookie Justin Crawford will be the starting center fielder as the new season begins.

Crawford, who is the son of ex-major leaguer Carl Crawford, represents a significant addition to the team's roster.

This decision reflects the Phillies' strategy to leverage emerging talent in key positions, potentially impacting their overall performance this season.