Andrew Painter presses for command; Don Mattingly asked to join NL All-Star staff

Andrew Painter is still adjusting to the majors, posting a 6.21 ERA through 11 starts and at least 55 innings. In Saturday's 6-3 loss to the White Sox, he fell behind Sam Antonacci and hit him with a fastball above the zone, triggering a three-run rally. Phillies pitching coach Caleb Cotham said the priority is commanding the zone and throwing strikes.

Don Mattingly has been asked to join the NL All-Star staff for a second time, adding veteran guidance to the midseason showcase. Painter's development remains the focus, with a fastball averaging 96.6 mph and about 6.5 feet of extension; opponents are batting .390 with a .585 slugging mark.