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Spring Training Preview: Phillies Play the Rays

Cole Hamels takes the mount for the Phillies as they take on the Rays Thursday at Bright House Field.

It's a mound of young aces as Cole Hamels faces Jeremy Hellickson as the Phillies play the Rays Thursday at .

Hamels looks to improve before the regular season.

Hamels notched a win against the Red Sox in his last start March 24. He gave four hits, two walks and two runs while and striking out three batters over four innings.

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Jonathon Papelbon, Chad Qualls and Joe Savery are also scheduled to appear.

Matt Moore, Ryan Reid and Marquis Fleming are also expected to pitch for the Rays.

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On deck:

Phillies (11-14) vs Rays (8-15)

Starters: Cole Hamels (1-1, 4.00), Jeremy Hellickson (0-2, 15.30)

When: 1:05 p.m. Thursday

Where: , 601 N Old Coachman Road


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