Bryce Harper Prepares to Play First Base During Recovery To Expedite Return to Phillies Lineup

Harper is learning how to play first base so he can contribute to the Phillies sooner after Tommy John surgery.
Doctors will clear Harper to hit before he can throw, so he will initially DH upon his return.
The Phillies believe Harper playing first base will allow him to take the field sooner than if he played right field.
Harper has the full support of the Phillies organization and manager as he prepares for the position switch.
Harper is focused on doing whatever helps the team, whether that is playing first base, right field, or another position.