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First baseman Josh Ockimey ‘ecstatic’ to sign with his hometown Phillies

Former Red Sox prospect Josh Ockimey has been waiting for seven seasons to make his MLB debut. After signing with the Phillies on Monday, he might get a chance to debut in his hometown ballpark.

Phillies Didi Gregorius touches first base against Boston Red Sox first baseman Josh Ockimey during a spring training game in Clearwater, Florida on Saturday, March 7, 2020.
Phillies Didi Gregorius touches first base against Boston Red Sox first baseman Josh Ockimey during a spring training game in Clearwater, Florida on Saturday, March 7, 2020.Read moreYONG KIM / Staff Photographer