TAIJUAN WALKER NEWS

Phillies remain committed to Walker over Turnbull for No. 5 spot in starting rotation

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson says No. 5 starter Taijuan Walker will remain in the rotation ahead of surprise free-agent success story Spencer Turnbull as the team chas...

JUNE 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gorman homers, drives in winner in 10th to lead Cardinals past Phillies 5-4

Nolan Gorman hit an early two-run homer and a tiebreaking single in the 10th inning to lead the St. Louis Cardinals over the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4

JUNE 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Phillies try to keep home win streak alive, host the Cardinals

The Philadelphia Phillies, on an eight-game home winning streak, host the St. Louis Cardinals

JUNE 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Giants host the Phillies to open 3-game series

The San Francisco Giants start a three-game series at home against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday

MAY 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Struggles with command Walker didn't factor into the decision Wednesday against Texas, allowing three runs on six hits and four walks across 4.2 innings. He struck out five.

Impact Walker issued a season-high four walks Wednesday, two of which came in the fifth inning before he was yanked. After taking a comebacker off the foot in his last start end exiting early, Walker threw 86 pitches and didn't seem to be limited in any capacity. Although the 31-year-old owns a 5.06 ERA across 26.2 innings, he holds a 3-0 record and hasn't allowed more than three runs in a start since his 2024 debut. He's projected to make his next start Monday at the pitcher-friendly Oracle Park.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Rangers look to break road skid, face the Phillies

The Texas Rangers will aim to stop their four-game road slide in a matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies

MAY 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Phillies' Taijuan Walker hit by liner on toe; X-rays negative Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker apparently escaped a serious injury after being hit in the left foot on a line drive off t...

MAY 17 • THESTATE.COM

Phillies' Taijuan Walker exits start after taking ball off foot Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker left 3 1/3 innings into his Thursday start against the visiting New York Mets after being...

MAY 17 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Walker struck by liner, exits with bruised foot PHILADELPHIA -- Just as Taijuan Walker seemed to be settling back into the Phillies' starting rotation, his status is suddenly once again up...

MAY 17 • MLB.COM

Bet on Taijuan Walker to hit the under on his strikeout total in Phillies' matchup with Mets Taijuan Walker is overperforming his strikeout upside.

MAY 16 • INQUIRER.COM

Mets look to end 3-game skid, play the Phillies

The New York Mets look to stop their three-game losing streak with a victory over the Philadelphia Phillies

MAY 16 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bryson Stott's bases-clearing triple keys MLB-best Phillies' 8-3 win over Marlins

Bryson Stott hit a tiebreaking, bases-loaded triple in the sixth inning, and the major league-best Philadelphia Phillies beat the Miami Marlins 8-3

MAY 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Phillies bring road win streak into game against the Marlins

The Philadelphia Phillies hit the road against the Miami Marlins aiming to continue a three-game road winning streak

MAY 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Phillies host the Giants, aim to continue home win streak

The Philadelphia Phillies host the San Francisco Giants aiming to continue an eight-game home winning streak

MAY 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

With Walker back on the mound, Phils complete the sweep SAN DIEGO -- Taijuan Walker’s right shoulder passed its first test of 2024. His reflexes? Grade them A-plus. Walker tossed 6 1/3 innings in...

APRIL 28 • MLB.COM

Taijuan Walker makes a slick behind-the-back catch in his Phillies season debut

Taijuan Walker returned to the mound for the Philadelphia Phillies and made a sensational behind-the-back catch of Padres rookie Jackson Merrill’s line drive to start a double play...

APRIL 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Padres aim to stop losing streak in matchup with the Phillies

The San Diego Padres look to stop their three-game slide when they take on the Philadelphia Phillies

APRIL 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could be activated soon Walker (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Friday and could be activated from the injured list after that, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

Impact The Phillies had said they wanted Walker to make four rehab starts before returning, but he's made just two and it sounds like that now could be deemed enough. It's not yet clear what day Walker might rejoin the rotation, but it might make sense to slot him in Monday and give Ranger Suarez an extra day of rest after he threw 112 pitches in a shutout Tuesday. Spencer Turnbull has pitched well while filling in for Walker, although he struggled a bit his last time out. He would likely be bumped from the rotation when Walker is ready. Walker is coming back from a right shoulder impingement.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Four innings in rehab outing Walker (shoulder) allowed two earned runs on two hits and no walks while striking out four across four innings during a rehab appearance with Single-A Clearwater on Thursday, Todd...

Impact Walker is expected to make four rehab appearances, with Thursday's start being the first. While he was able to work deep into the game, he sat at 91 mph with his fastball -- 1.7 mph below his average from 2023. Walker projects to return from the injured list in early May.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out with shoulder impingement Walker was diagnosed with a right shoulder impingement Sunday and will start the season on the injured list, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

Impact The veteran right-hander experienced some discomfort while prepping for a bullpen session Saturday, and he won't be available to begin the regular season. Walker will rest for an undisclosed period before attempting to restart his throwing program, so he seems likely to spend more than the 15-day minimum on the injured list. Spencer Turnbull is poised to claim the open spot in Philadelphia's starting rotation.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Battling shoulder issue Walker reported shoulder discomfort while getting loose for a bullpen session Saturday, Scott Lauber of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact The Phillies sent Walker in for an MRI upon learning of his discomfort, and more information should be available Sunday after results come back. Should Walker have to begin the season on the injured list, Spencer Turnbull would assume Walker's spot in Philadelphia's rotation.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Taijuan Walker gave up three homers in a spring loss to the Orioles. Should the Phillies be concerned? Walker will have one more start against the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday in the Phillies’ Grapefruit League finale, then will get his first regu...

MARCH 21 • INQUIRER.COM

Phillies Manager Replies to Taijuan Walker's Cryptic 'Disrespect' Claim The veteran pitcher was upset after not being used in the playoffs.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Will Phillies manager have to make amends with disgruntled pitcher? Taijuan Walker made his displeasure public on social media after the Phillies lost to the Diamondbacks.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • NJ.COM

Phillies make choice for NLCS Game 4 starter after disappointing Game 3 loss The choice was between veteran Taijuan Walker and lefty Cristofer Sanchez.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • NJ.COM