Overview
- In his fourth Grapefruit League start Tuesday, Gil allowed two runs (one earned) over 3 1/3 innings against the Phillies in Clearwater.
- Across 11 1/3 spring innings, he has 15 strikeouts against three walks, emphasizing a focus on attacking the strike zone.
- Gil’s four-seam fastball averaged 95.5 mph in the outing as he mixed in his slider and changeup.
- He set his 2026 target as surpassing his 2024 Rookie of the Year numbers, saying he feels stronger and sharper as camp progresses.
- Manager Aaron Boone said one bench spot remains open, with Paul Goldschmidt, Amed Rosario and likely backup catcher J. C. Escarra set, while candidates include Randal Grichuk, Ryan McMahon, Max Schuemann, Paul DeJong and Jonathan Ornelas, and Oswaldo Cabrera’s Opening Day readiness is uncertain.