Overview
- Facing a 4.68 ERA that ranks 25th in MLB, the Phillies have shifted Taijuan Walker out of the rotation into a permanent one-inning relief role.
- Prospect Mick Abel will take Walker’s rotation spot on Thursday in Toronto after a six-scoreless-inning MLB debut and a 2.21 ERA over 57 Triple-A innings.
- Right-hander José Ruiz was designated for assignment following an 8.16 ERA in 14.1 innings this season to clear a roster spot.
- The Phillies recalled Seth Johnson from Triple-A Lehigh Valley, where he posted a 4.91 ERA and 42 strikeouts in 33 innings after converting to relief.
- Aaron Nola continues to rehab a sprained right ankle with a mid-June return projected, and Bryce Harper is expected back in the lineup Tuesday after missing nearly a week with a bruised elbow.