The three additions are unsurprising. Painter is the Phillies’ top pitching prospect and one of the top-ranked Rule 5-eligible players in baseball. Rincones could be playing in the Phillies’ outfield come summer. McFarlane, who pitched out of the bullpen toward the end of the season, has flashed strong stuff and triple-digit velocity.

PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia Phillies medical staff has recommended right-handed pitching prospect Andrew Painter have surgery on his right elbow. The team said Wednesday that a UCL reconstruction on Painter's elbow was advised along with ulnar nerve ...