Altherr had been a projected Opening Day starter in the Phillies' outfield.
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CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Darin Ruf and Cesar Hernandez picked up big hits for the Phillies against Pirates left-hander Jonathan Niese in Tuesday's 4-2 victory at Bright House Field.