Gage Wood impresses again in third start for Reading Fightin Phils

Gage Wood, the Phillies' No. 2 pitching prospect, continued to shine during his third Double-A start with the Reading Fightin Phils on June 5 in Binghamton. He pitched four innings, allowing four hits and striking out four batters, helping keep the game competitive despite a 2-1 loss. Wood, who joined Reading after a successful stint at Low-A Clearwater, has now thrown 11 innings in Double-A with three earned runs and an impressive 14 strikeouts. His fastball has been clocked at speeds reaching 99 mph, and he is focusing on further developing his slider and splitter. The Phillies are optimistic about Wood's future and see him as a key part of their rotation.

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