The Philadelphia Phillies have announced their monthly award winners for the top players around their farm system. Bryson Stott was named Hitter of the Month for August, while teammate James McArthur received the Pitcher of the Month Award. Up in Lehigh Valley, Matt Vierling was named Defender of the Month.

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