Phils Acquire Outfielder Pache from A's

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On Wednesday afternoon, presumably as the team was settling into Arlington, the Phillies announced a deal.  Cristian Pache (of) was acquired from the Oakland Athletics for Billy Sullivan (rhp).  Pache, a former top prospect with the Braves, struggled last season in Oakland, batting .166 in 91 games.  He'll likely take the opening day roster spot of Dalton Guthrie, which kind of stinks.  Sullivan, a non-roster invitee to spring training this year, was 5-1 with a 4.59 ERA in 44 games, mostly in relief.  He was a 28th round draft pick by the Phillies in 2017.

The Phillies have to submit their final opening day roster prior to game tomorrow at 4:05, so perhaps a few more roster moves are on the way.