Phillies Rookie Crawford Hits Home in Debut

0:00It's March 27. You're listening to MLB News today, AI-powered MLB coverage. Justin Crawford made a splash in his major league debut for the Philadelphia Phillies on opening day. The 22-year-old center-fielder lined his first career hit off the very first pitch he saw, then finished two for four with a run scored in. Their five-three win over the Texas Rangers. Crawford rocketed through the minors, hitting 300 at every level and posting a AAA record, 3-34 average last season. A 17th overall pick in the 2022 draft, he earned the starting spot after a strong spring training. Team mates and family raved about his poise, despite the nerves. Slugger Kyle Schwarber called him a raw talent who finds ways to get hits and could cause trouble on the bases. His dad, former All-Star Carl Crawford, joked online about chasing 3,000 more hits with no pressure. Crawford etched his name in Philly's history as the first player since 1970 to notch a

1:00hit in his debut at bat on opening day. At 22 years and 72 days, he became just the 10th Philly, that young or younger, with multiple opening day hits. After the game, he posed for photos with friends and family on the field, soaking in a lifelong memory as Philly fans gear up for more from there, promising rookie.