The Phillies have spent their last two first-round draft picks on outfielders, and just two of their last six first-round picks have been pitchers. Prior to Aaron Nola, the last first-round pitcher to reach the majors for the team was Joe Savery. Considering most of the team’s pitching talent has risen to the upper minors and the majors, it would be wise for them to replenish their stock of pitchers.
One pitcher that could very well rise to the top of this year’s draft class is right-handed pitcher Alex Faedo.