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Bryce Harper Hits Off Tee but Return Timeline Remains Unclear

Doctors have ruled out surgery; the Phillies will gauge his pain during Saturday’s batting practice.

TORONTO, ON - JUNE 4: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies walks to the dugout in a break in play against the Toronto Blue Jays in their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on June 4, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Overview

  • Harper took 20 dry swings and 20 swings off a tee on June 20 and also played catch while wearing a protective brace.
  • Medical evaluations confirmed no structural damage in his right wrist and indicated surgery is not necessary.
  • He is scheduled to take additional batting practice on Saturday as the team monitors his pain response and readiness.
  • Harper has been on the injured list since June 7 with recurring wrist inflammation that first resurfaced late last season.
  • The Phillies have won eight of their last ten games and maintain a first-place position in the NL East without his presence.