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Glenn Erby

Eagles’ Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown take batting practice before Phillies matchup vs. Tigers

A.J. Brown was once a top Major League Baseball prospect considering playing for the Padres.

Still, Jalen Hurts hit the game-winning homerun at DeVonta Smith’s Celebrity softball game last summer.

The Eagles’ All-Pro quarterback and the star wide receiver sharpened their swings for Round 2 of Smith’s tournament, taking batting practice at Citizen’s Bank Park ahead of the Phillies matchup against the Detroit Tigers.

Jerry Crasnick

Jalen Hurts prepares to throw

Howard Eskins

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Brown has a natural swing and during his contract impass with the Titans, considered returning to baseball before his trade to the Eagles.

Dave Uram

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Howard Eskins

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NBC Sports Philadelphia

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Brown can really swing the bat, and has options if the NFL ever strikes.

Phillies

(AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
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