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After losing 50 pounds, Phillies’ José Alvarado could be team’s closer with a 100 mph fastball

The Phillies acquired him in December in a trade that seemed rather insignificant when it happened. But that was before Alvarado showed up to spring training nearly 50 pounds lighter than last year.

Phillies' pitcher Jose Alvarado throws against the Pirates in a March 5 spring training game.
Phillies' pitcher Jose Alvarado throws against the Pirates in a March 5 spring training game.Read moreSTEVEN M. FALK / Staff Photographer
    by Matt Breen
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