With eight strikeouts in his major league debut, Andrew Painter is tied for third place in the franchise’s history. With nine strikeouts, Curt Simmons (1947) and Mick Abel (2025) are tied for first place. Andrew’s age is twenty-two. Since Aaron Nola ten seasons ago, he is the youngest pitcher for the Phillies to have at least eight strikeouts in a game.
The debut of Andrew Painter was more than just a first appearance on a major league mound—it was a statement, a glimpse into the future, and a reminder of how …
With eight strikeouts in his major league debut, Andrew Painter is tied for third place in the franchise’s history. With nine strikeouts, Curt Simmons (1947) and Mick Abel (2025) are tied for first place. Andrew’s age is twenty-two. Since Aaron Nola ten seasons ago, he is the youngest pitcher for the Phillies to have at least eight strikeouts in a game. Read More