Painter said the results "weren’t exactly what I wanted,” but the most important thing was how he felt. "The arm’s healthy and that was the biggest takeaway."

Everything had gone according to plan for Andrew Painter, who at age 19 appeared on the cusp of the majors. The Philadelphia Phillies’ 2021 first-round draft pick quickly rose through the ranks of their farm system with a chance to make his MLB debut in 2023.

The reports on Painter were solid, as he hit 100mph in the first inning, prompting former MLB general manager Jim Bowden to make a bold prediction about the former first-round pick.

The Phillies struggled to find a reliable No. 5 starter in the final months of the 2024 season. They hope it isn’t an issue next year. The Phillies think Andrew Painter will be a candidate at some point.

Painter is taking a big step forward by pitching in the Arizona Fall League. He's expected to reach 20 innings in fall ball. Then what?