CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Zach Eflin finally gets to pitch with two healthy knees.
Eflin, 22, had chronic knee pain for the past 10-12 years before he had surgeries this past year to repair the patellar tendons in his left and right knees. He has recovered from both procedures and threw his third bullpen session Tuesday at Carpenter Complex, where Phillies pitchers and catchers held their first workout of Spring Training.
"It's been a very, very long time since I've been able to walk on knees that felt good," Eflin said. "So I'm excited."
The Phillies are hoping that Eflin's improved health will lead to improved results on the mound.