The Philadelphia Phillies announced that pitcher Zack Wheeler is going on the 15-day injured list because of a blood clot. According to the team, the blood clot is in the right upper extremity. There is no timetable for Wheeler’s return. Hopefully, this is not a serious blood clot. Aaron Nola is returning from the injured list on August 17 and will presumably fill the open … [Read more...] about Phillies Ace Placed on Injured List with Blood Clot
Phillies Moving to Six-Man Rotation in the Short Term
The Philadelphia Phillies announced they will be utilizing a six-man rotation for at least one turn. This will coincide with Aaron Nola returning from the injured list on August 17. Nola had a 0-1 record with a 2.19 ERA in three minor league rehab starts. He recorded a 1.47 FIP with a 5.67 K/BB rate and a 1.135 WHIP in those outings. In the majors this season Nola has a 1-7 … [Read more...] about Phillies Moving to Six-Man Rotation in the Short Term
Phillies Promote Veteran Reliever After Minor League Ramp-Up
The Philadelphia Phillies have decided to promote veteran pitcher David Robertson to the major leagues. Robertson was not called up when first eligible on August 5, but the Phillies now make the move to bolster their bullpen. To make room for Robertson on the 26-man roster, Alan Rangel has been optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Rangel has a 2.45 ERA and one save in five major … [Read more...] about Phillies Promote Veteran Reliever After Minor League Ramp-Up
Phillies Offense Will Be Getting Reinforcement Soon
The Philadelphia Phillies offense will be receiving a reinforcement when Alec Bohm returns shortly. On August 10, Bohm started a minor league rehab assignment and will be off the injured list soon. Bohm has been on the injured list with a rib injury since July 19. Edmundo Sosa and Otto Kemp have filled in at third base while Bohm has been on the injured list. Weston Wilson has … [Read more...] about Phillies Offense Will Be Getting Reinforcement Soon
Phillies Need to Stabilize Their Outfield Alignment Moving Forward
The Philadelphia Phillies should stabilize their outfield lineup after the conclusion of their six-day platoon. Johan Rojas was optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley to make room on the 26-man roster for trade acquisition Harrison Bader. Since that move, Max Kepler and Otto Kemp have been sharing left field, while Brandon Marsh and Bader have been sharing center field. Those … [Read more...] about Phillies Need to Stabilize Their Outfield Alignment Moving Forward