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Aaron Nola Set Back by Rib Stress Reaction, Sidelined Two More Weeks

Tests revealed a stress reaction in his ribcage during ongoing rehab from a sprained ankle

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 14: Aaron Nola #27 of the Philadelphia Phillies walks to the dugout after being removed from the game in the top of the fourth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals during game two of a doubleheader at Citizens Bank Park on May 14, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Cardinals defeated the Phillies 14-7.
Aaron Nola #27 of the Philadelphia Phillies exits the game in the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks during Game Six of the Championship Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 23, 2023 in Philadelphia.
May 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola (27) throws a pitch during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • An MRI on June 10 confirmed the stress reaction in Nola’s right ribcage, extending his absence through late June.
  • Nola initially injured his right ankle on May 8 and was placed on the 15-day injured list on May 16 after rehab progressed slower than expected.
  • He owns a 1-7 record with a 6.16 ERA over nine starts this season, his worst performance since signing a seven-year, $172 million deal.
  • The Phillies have shuffled their rotation support by promoting top prospect Mick Abel and recalling veteran Taijuan Walker to fill the void.
  • Bryce Harper, sidelined since June 6 with right wrist inflammation, is reporting improvement and could return when eligible later this week.