Luis Arraez strode into the box Monday night. He hit fourth 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 applauded loudly. Arraez felt the welcome. After the final out, he said he was grateful for it. He joined a team scrapping for a playoff spot 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