Luis Arraez stepped in to hit Monday night. He was in the four-hole for the Phillies against the Nationals. The team acquired him from San Francisco hours before the trade deadline. Fans in Philly got up for him . They clapped with real energy. Arraez felt the welcome. After the final out, he said he was thankful. He joined a team in a tight playoff race and he understands the moment. The Phillies did not wait to move him around in the field, and they shifted his defensive role right away.
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Luis Arraez bats cleanup in Phillies debut - NBC Sports
Luis Arraez bats cleanup in Phillies debut NBC Sports
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Luis Arraez grateful to be with Phillies in playoff race - ESPN
Luis Arraez grateful to be with Phillies in playoff race ESPN
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Luis Arraez receives standing ovation - MLB.com
Luis Arraez receives standing ovation MLB.com
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Luis Arraez flattered by reception by position-shifting Phillies - The Morning Call
Luis Arraez flattered by reception by position-shifting Phillies The Morning Call
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Why Phillies are batting contact-first Luis Arraez in cleanup spot after trade-deadline deal - Phillies Nation
Why Phillies are batting contact-first Luis Arraez in cleanup spot after trade-deadline deal Phillies Nation