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Bryce Harper Swings in Rehab, Nola Readies Bullpen as Phillies Seek to Avoid Sweep

Manager Rob Thomson is balancing Harper’s rehabilitation schedule with Nola’s recovery timeline in a bid to keep both players off the injured list

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 09: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies stands in the dugout prior to facing the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on April 09, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
May 31, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Brewers infielder Rhys Hoskins (12) reacts with catcher William Contreras (24) after hitting a three-run home run against the Philadelphia Phillies in the fourth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Harper took batting practice and infield throws on Saturday after bruising his right elbow on May 28 and may avoid an injured list stint
  • Nola is set for a Sunday bullpen session as he works back from a right ankle sprain that has sidelined him since mid-May
  • Taijuan Walker has filled Nola’s rotation spot for two starts and rookie Mick Abel becomes eligible for a recall from Triple-A on Tuesday
  • Kyle Schwarber has taken extra infield grounders at first base while Alec Bohm has shouldered most defensive duties during Harper’s absence
  • Ranger Suárez will start Sunday’s series finale against José Quintana with Milwaukee riding a season-high six-game winning streak and outscoring Philadelphia 23–9 in the first two games