Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper
Due to injuries they had the previous evening, Harper and Schwarber were both added to the disabled list on Friday, June 28. The Phillies’ manager, Rob Thomson, stated before Friday’s game that both ailments were “quite modest.” Thomson gave further updates on their respective progress prior to today’s game:
“Kyle is currently working out in the weight room and the pool. He might swing today, and I believe they’re going to get him moving—either outside or indoors—by running for a short while.Harp just has a pool and weight room.
Pregame with Rob Thomson on June 30, 2024
Although Thomson had previously stated that, if all goes according to plan, he expects both players to return in 10 to 14 days, he did mention on Sunday that, “If they’re healthy and we’re not putting them at additional risk, then they’ll play.”but we won’t rush; that much is certain.
Realmuto, J.T.
Realmuto was added to the injured list, with effect from June 10 forward. On June 12, the Phillies catcher had a meniscectomy on his right knee.
Realmuto’s procedure put him on the injured list, and Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said the team would be without him for “roughly a month” after that.
Realmuto was supposed to take a dry swing and hit from a tee on Friday, according to Thomson. The Phillies manager stated today, June 30, that he would “maybe” take BP in the cage and maybe catch a few balls.
Before Sunday’s series finale against the Marlins, Thomson was questioned about the future plans for his star backstop:
Thomson responded, “Probably not,” when asked about the possibility of going to rehab. You might need to cover first base while catching, but other than that, it’s quite standard.Later on, he would share his opinions on when J.T. should return:I believe that after the break, I’m leaning more toward him, but I’m not sure.”
Walker Taijuan
Walker was put on a 15-day intermission for inflammation of his right index finger, retroactive to June 22. The Phillies manager gave an update to the media on Sunday:
“Improving. It is getting better every day. I have no idea when he will take the mound. Even when playing catch, he hasn’t, I believe, been throwing his split. I believe that the long throw and weighted ball exercises he is performing are beneficial to him.
Pregame with Rob Thomson, June 30, 2024
Luis Ortiz
Prior to the game on June 29, Thomson announced that Ortiz would have Tommy John surgery on July 11.
On June 18, Ortiz departed his Triple-A Lehigh Valley rehab game because of forearm soreness.
Painter Andrew
The top overall prospect for the Phillies underwent Tommy John surgery on July 25, 2023, last year. Painter is throwing 25-pitch bullpens every Tuesday and Friday, according to Thomson’s statement on Saturday. Right now, all he throws are change-ups and fastballs.
The manager of the Phillies said that while the 21-year-old might play in simulated games in 2024, he probably won’t play for any of the team’s affiliates this year.
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hort-handed Philadelphia Phillies rally past Miami Marlins for comeback win
The Phillies improved their MLB-best record to 55-29 thanks to three RBIs from Nick Castellanos, who also had two hits and a double. Philadelphia went without injured All-Star Bryce Harper for the third consecutive game.
Rob Thomson, manager of the Phillies, stated, “This was a big one.” It was necessary for all of us. They never give up; they fight, and I know they are strong.”
For Miami, which is 25 games behind the Phillies in the NL East, Bryan De La Cruz hit a home run.
Philly took the lead in the sixth. Rafael Marchán’s sacrifice bunt allowed the first two batters, whom Andrew Nardi (1-1) had walked, to advance. After getting the second out on a fly ball by Bryson Stott to shallow right field, Anthony Bender relieved Nardi. Turner then filled the bases with a liner into left field to put the Phillies ahead.
Turner, who celebrated his 31st birthday on Sunday, remarked, “It felt pretty fantastic.” “A pitch in the middle of the zone, at last!”
After a spotless seventh inning from Seranthony Dominguez (3-2), Jeff Hoffman wrapped it up for his sixth save.
Five mistakes did not stop the Phillies from winning.
With six of their 11 hits going for extra bases, the Marlins dominated. After an RBI double by Dane Myers and an RBI single by Emmanuel Rivera in the top of the fifth inning, they were ahead 6-2.
Ranger Suárez’s worst game of the season was overcome by the Phillies. The left-hander came into the game tied for the most victories in baseball and led the NL in ERA, but in just 4⅔ innings, he gave up season highs in hits (9) and earned runs (six). For the first time in his starting career, he was unable to strike out a batter. Suárez’s ERA increased to 2.27 from 1.83.
Speaking via an interpreter, he added, “I just had a horrible day.”
Skip Schumaker, manager of the Marlins, expressed satisfaction with the output against Suárez.
He stated, “It proves we can defeat not just a left-hander but also one of the top pitchers in the major leagues.”
After losing four of six home series to the Braves and Reds to begin the season, Philadelphia managed to avoid suffering its first series loss since early April. Since losing two of three home series against the Reds from April 1–3, Philadelphia has won all 13 of its series at home.
After suffering injuries late in Thursday’s game, Harper and slugger Kyle Schwarber both watched once more. On Friday, they were each given a 10-day injured list listing due to a left groin and left hamstring strain, respectively. J.T. Realmuto, the Phillies’ other injured catcher, is not playing due to knee surgery.
Thomson was missing three important starters, but he wasn’t freaking out.
He advised against trying to do too much prior to the game. “I have faith in them and trust them.”
ROOM FOR TRAINER
Phillies: On Sunday, Harper, Schwarber, and Realmuto made more progress in their recovery. Realmuto probably won’t return until after the All-Star break, but Harper and Schwarber might, according to Thomson. Thomson stated, “They’ll play if they’re healthy and we won’t be putting them at additional risk.” “We won’t be rushing.”
Next up
Marlins: Following a day off, three games against the Red Sox kick off Miami’s six-game homestand. Tuesday night’s opening pits the Marlins’ right-hander Valente Bellozo (0-0, 0.00) against Boston’s right-hander Kutter Crawford (3-7, 3.59), marking Bellozo’s second career start.
Phillies: To begin a six-game road trip, Philadelphia right-hander Michael Mercado (0-0, 0.00) starts his first professional game on Tuesday night against the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs will use right-hander Hayden Wesneski (2-4, 3.60).
