Maikel Franco is considered a longshot to break camp with the Phillies, the Philadelphia Daily News reports.

Franco is considered a longshot to break camp with the Phillies, the Philadelphia Daily News reports.

Analysis:

The Phillies want to give Cody Asche a longer look at third base and they would push back arbitration by a year if they start Franco off in the minors. He will likely be up at some point during the 2015 season to play either first or third base.