CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — Jeremy Hellickson and Aaron Nola each pitched a scoreless inning and catching prospect Andrew Knapp hit a two-run single, leading the Philadelphia Phillies over the University of Tampa 8-3 Sunday.
It was the first exhibition of spring training involving a big league team.
The game provided a bit of revenge for the Phillies in the matchup at their Bright House Field. Last year, the Phillies opened their spring schedule with a 6-2 loss to the Spartans.
Philadelphia manager Pete Mackanin playfully let out a deep breath and wiped his brow as he walked off the field to meet with the media.