On this edition of At The Yard, a Phillies podcast, Jim Salisbury talks with Ben Davis of NBC Sports Philadelphia. With the draft days away, Davis shares what the draft process was like for the No. 2 overall pick in the 1995 MLB Draft. Also, the two discuss what the Phillies need to do to remain in playoff contention.
"I ended up getting the call and he said 'this is Kevin Towers with the San Diego Padres, general manager, and we chose you No. 2 overall in the draft and want you to sign.' It was such a thrill." - Ben Davis.
1:00 - What are the draft prospects going through right now?
3:00 - Difference between the draft today and when Ben got drafted.
4:30 - When Ben knew he might be a top 5 pick.
9:00 - The agent game.
13:00 - First experience as a pro ball player.
15:00 - Used Tony Gwynn's bat.
17:00 - Biggest improvement Phillies have made this season.
22:00 - Team needs offense.
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