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Grapefruit League Preview: Phillies vs. Pirates

It's a Pennsylvania showdown in the Sunshine State as the Phillies play the Pirates Thursday at Bright House Field.

It's a Pennsylvania showdown in the Sunshine State as the Phillies play the Pirates Thursday at Bright House Field.

Aaron Cook starts for the Phillies, according to mlb.comJonathan Papelbon, Jake Diekman, Rodrigo Lopez, Phillippe Aumont and Cesar Jimenez are also expected to pitch.

Kyle McPherson starts for the Pirates, according to mlb.com.

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On deck:

Phillies vs. Pirates

Starters: Aaron Cook, Kyle McPherson

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When: 1:05 p.m. Thursday, March 14

Where: Bright House Field, 601 N Old Coachman Road

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Here is a list of the spring training games planned for Bright House Field:

Date* Opponent March 17 Balitmore Orioles (split squad) March 19 New York Yankees March 22 Atlanta Braves March 24 Boston Red Sox

March 26

Tampa Bay Rays

March 28

Toronto Blue Jays

*All home games start at 1:05 p.m.

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  • Spring Training 2013: Grab A Bite At The Ballpark
  • Concessions: Beers of Bright House Field
  • Spring Training: Expect Heavy Traffic After Games at Bright House Field

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