Overview
- Bryce Harper moved into the No. 1 spot Monday and said he is excited to try leadoff without changing his approach, a role in which he owns a .932 OPS across 38 career games.
- Harrison Bader led off Tuesday against Mets left-hander Sean Manaea as Rob Thomson said the leadoff choice will be made on a case-by-case basis.
- Manager Rob Thomson kept Kyle Schwarber in the No. 2 hole to stack the top of the order, noting Schwarber provides protection for Harper.
- Turner went on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 1 right hamstring strain, the club expects him back for the postseason, and Alec Bohm also hit the 10-day IL with left shoulder inflammation.
- Otto Kemp and Donovan Walton were recalled from Triple-A to fill roster spots, while outside reporting highlights that Schwarber’s expiring deal is drawing interest from potential suitors.