Clubhouse DJ Freddy Galvis keeps team supplied with tunes

CLEARWATER, Fla. - Freddy Galvis thought the Phillies clubhouse was too quiet when he arrived last month at spring training. So Galvis went to a nearby electronics store and purchased an oversize speaker to stash in the empty locker next to his stall.

The second baseman plays the role of DJ, controlling the music as the team arrives in the morning or eats lunch before games.

"It was something that I tried to do to have a good clubhouse," Galvis said. "I think the music is good for that. It brings everyone together."

Jimmy Rollins was the longtime clubhouse maestro before he was traded. Galvis assumed that role last season when the team was home. And now he has brought his tastes to spring training.

Galvis played Bob Marley hits on Sunday morning as the team relaxed before a home game. Galvis buzzed the clubhouse on Tuesday with Ariana Grande as the players returned from taking batting practice. If a player wants to listen to different music, Galvis said, he can plug in his phones.

But Galvis does not listen to complaints.

"If somebody doesn't like the music, they go to Whitey," Galvis said, pointing to the locker of Andres Blanco. "I don't take complaints. But we have a lot of fun in the clubhouse."