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Eickhoff out 6-8 weeks with strained right lat

CLEARWATER, Fla. -- The Phillies' starting rotation remained very much in flux Friday with the announcement that right-hander Jerad Eickhoff, expected to be the team's No. 3 starter, will be out six to eight weeks with a strained lat muscle. He will begin the season on the disabled list.

Recently acquired Jake Arrieta has provided depth to the rotation and hopes to be ready for the start of the regular season, with Aaron Nola getting the Opening Day nod.

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