What happened: Philadelphia added pitcher Cal Higgins on a minor league agreement following his collegiate career with the University of Texas Longhorns. The undrafted free agent enters the organization as pitching depth.

Why it matters: Philadelphia continues accumulating organizational pitching depth ahead of the trade deadline. Adding young arms on minor league contracts allows the front office to evaluate developmental prospects without impacting the major league 40-man roster.

What to watch: Higgins will report to the minor league complex to begin professional workouts and await his first affiliate assignment.

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