AUGUST 21, 2022•MCALL.COM
What now? Phillies lose both closers, one for the season, the other at least a few weeks in middle of pennant raceThe Philadelphia Phillies lose not one, but two closers as they get ready for for a playoff run.
Phillies Star Bryce Harper Provides Update on Injured ThumbThe reigning National League MVP hasn’t played since June 25 after suffering a broken left thumb.
AUGUST 21, 2022•SI.COM
Rob Zastryzny - Optioned to Triple-AThe Mets optioned Zastryzny to Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.
ImpactAccording to Mike Puma of the New York Post, Zastryzny's contract was selected from Triple-A ahead of the second game of Saturday's doubleheader with the Phillies. He appeared out of the bullpen in the 4-1 loss in the nightcap, allowing an earned run over one inning in his Mets debut. Though he'll retain a spot on the 40-man roster for now, Zastryzny was sent back to the minors to clear a spot in the bullpen for Nate Fisher, whose contract was selected from Triple-A ahead of Sunday's series finale in Philadelphia.
AUGUST 21, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Why Record-Setting Payroll Makes Sense for New York Mets Next SeasonWhy record-setting payroll makes sense for New York Mets next season.
AUGUST 21, 2022•NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Who Starts Game Four of a Postseason Series for the Phillies?Veterans Kyle Gibson and Noah Syndergaard both have a claim to be the Philadelphia Phillies number four starter.
AUGUST 21, 2022•STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Tomás Nido - May require rehab assignmentNido (illness) may require a rehab assignment prior to being activated from the injured list, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports.
ImpactNido was expected back for the team's weekend series against the Phillies, though he is not yet ready to return. He's been sidelined since Aug. 13, so he likely wouldn't need a long rehab stint prior to returning.
AUGUST 21, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Eduardo Escobar - On track for FridayEscobar (oblique) "is doing really well" and is on track to return Friday against Colorado, Tim Healey of Newsday reports.
ImpactEscobar is line to return from the injured list when first eligible, though his potential role is more uncertain. Brett Baty was recalled when Escobar went down and has taken over at third base while collecting three hits in 17 at-bats.
AUGUST 21, 2022•ROTOWIRE
