Overview

• Duran, acquired from Minnesota this week, has 16 saves and a 2.01 ERA in 49 appearances and will assume Philadelphia’s ninth-inning role.
• Manager Rob Thomson said Duran’s presence “moves everybody up an inning,” creating defined setup roles for Matt Strahm and Orion Kerkering.
• Duran said he feels he has a chance to win a World Series with the club, signaling his confidence in Philadelphia’s postseason potential.
• The Phillies also added outfielder Harrison Bader to improve their lineup against left-handed pitching.
• Detroit, riding a four-game winning streak and sitting nine games clear in the AL Central, is integrating six pitchers obtained before the deadline, including Chris Paddack and Charlie Morton.