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Bryce Harper Sidelined for Doubleheader Opener After Strider Fastball, Game Two Status Uncertain

Rob Thomson says the elbow bruise was unintentional, with analysts predicting Philadelphia will retaliate later in Thursday’s doubleheader

May 27, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first base Bryce Harper (3) is looked at by Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson (59) and trainer Joe Rauch after being hit by a pitch during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
May 25, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr (13) hits a double against the San Diego Padres during the fifth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Harper took a 95 mph pitch from Spencer Strider on his previously operated right elbow on Tuesday, suffering swelling but no fracture on X-rays
  • The two-time MVP was left out of Game 1 of Thursday’s rain-delayed doubleheader and remains day-to-day for the nightcap
  • Phillies manager Rob Thomson attributed the injury to an accident and noted Strider’s postgame remorse and empathy for Harper
  • NBC Sports Philadelphia analysts Ben Davis and Rubén Amaro Jr. forecast that a Phillies pitcher will deliver payback to the Braves during the twin bill
  • With Harper out, Alec Bohm has shifted to first base and Edmundo Sosa to third as Philadelphia seeks to maintain its NL East lead