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How the Phillies drafted a player most teams never heard of and other draft observations

The Phillies drafted Gavin Tonkel in the ninth round as they were just one of roughly six teams who knew about the speedy outfielder from Northern California.

Virginia pitcher Griff McGarry pitching in the College World Series. McGarry is among the power arms drafted by the Phillies.
Virginia pitcher Griff McGarry pitching in the College World Series. McGarry is among the power arms drafted by the Phillies.Read moreJohn Peterson / AP
    by Matt Breen
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