Overview
- Bryce Harper was hit by a 92-mph pitch from Blue Jays pitcher Richard Lovelady during a spring training game in Dunedin, Florida.
- The pitch struck Harper near his right elbow, which had been surgically repaired in 2022, leading to immediate concerns.
- Phillies manager Rob Thomson confirmed the injury as a bruised right triceps and stated that Harper would not undergo X-rays.
- Harper, 32, left the game in the sixth inning and was replaced by a pinch runner, with Josh Breaux taking over at first base.
- The team plans to reassess Harper's condition on Thursday, but he was already scheduled for a day off and is expected to recover quickly.