MAY 27, 2023•AJC.COM
Photos: Braves host the Phillies againAJC photos from the Braves vs. Phillies game on May 26, 2023.
When Will Harper Play First Base for Phillies?Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson gave an update on when Bryce Harper could start seeing time at first base.
MAY 27, 2023•KANSASCITY.COM
Bryce Harper - Won't play first until after breakPhillies manager Rob Thomson told reporters prior to their game against Atlanta on Friday that Harper (elbow) is unlikely to play first base until after the All-Star break, Corey S...
ImpactHarper has increased is throwing up to 120 feet, but as Seidman notes the Phillies are being cautious with the left-handed slugger. Since coming off the injured list Harper has hit an impressive .347/.437/.547 with three homers and two stolen bases, and fantasy GMs will continue to get his bat in the lineup everyday. He just won't gain a new position of eligibility until the end of July at the earliest.
MAY 26, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Dylan Covey - Starting SundayCovey will start Sunday against Atlanta, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.
ImpactCovey was solid in his Phillies debut Tuesday, surrendering just one run through five innings out of the bullpen while striking out six batters. His performance has earned him a promotion into Philadelphia's rotation, and another strong performance could ensure he remains there.
MAY 26, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Noah Song - Moved to 60-day ILThe Phillies transferred Song (back) to the 60-day injured list Friday.
ImpactSong has been on the 15-day injured list since the beginning of the season due to back tightness. The 25-year-old righty began facing hitters again Thursday and is expected to return relatively soon; however, placing him on the 60-day IL frees up a roster spot for Cal Stevenson, who was claimed off waivers from San Francisco on Friday.
MAY 26, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Cal Stevenson - Claimed off waivers by PhillyPhiladelphia claimed Stevenson off waivers from the Giants on Friday and optioned him to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
ImpactStevenson was designated for assignment by San Francisco last week after going 0-for-12 in the majors and 8-for-49 (.163) at the team's Triple-A affiliate. The 26-year-old outfielder is a career .145/.259/.188 hitter in 83 plate appearances at the MLB level.
MAY 26, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Edmundo Sosa - Sitting out FridaySosa isn't in the Phillies' lineup for Friday's game against Atlanta.
ImpactCurrently 0-for-6 in his last three games, Sosa will sit out for the second time in three days. He'll be replaced at third base by Josh Harrison, who will bat ninth.
MAY 26, 2023•ROTOWIRE
