Jesús Luzardo displayed promising velocity, reaching 97 mph in the first inning during a Grapefruit League appearance against the Detroit Tigers. However, his performance deteriorated in the second inning, where he allowed three consecutive home runs, including a grand slam. Despite this setback, Luzardo emphasized the importance of spring training for refining his skills, stating that he felt physically great and was working on his changeup. Manager Rob Thomson noted Luzardo's lack of execution after a strong first inning but remained optimistic about his overall capability. For the Phillies, Buddy Kennedy stood out with two hits and a home run, while the pitching staff struggled overall, contributing to a heavy loss.