Can starters provide relief? Sizing up who could fill a need in the Phillies bullpen for the playoffs.

By our count, eight of the 13 best pitchers in the Phillies organization are starters. They won’t all be able to start in the postseason, if the Phillies get there. Zack Wheeler is the presumptive Game 1 starter. Aaron Nola, once he finally returns from a sprained right ankle, is best suited for the rotation. Dave Dombrowski said Andrew Painter won’t be used as a reliever because he’s returning from Tommy John elbow surgery. As for everyone else, the Phillies will discuss which starters are the most viable relief options before giving up what tends to be a steep return for relievers in deadline trades. Let’s look, then, at a few starters who may be able to bring some relief to the bullpen.

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