In December, Kevin Long took a short trip to check out a free agent hitter.

"Just ripped and shredded and tall and built."

The Phillies signed Max Kepler two days later. On the adjustments he has made to achieve some early success with the Phillies.

https://www.philliesnation.com/2025/05/philadelphia-phillies-max-kepler-kevin-long-free-agent-outfielders-lefties-batting-practice-swing-adjustments-may-7/