Update: Edmundo Sosa was placed on the 10-day injured list with back spasms on September 7, with the move being retroactive to September 6. Seth Johnson has been recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to fill his roster spot and will start in the series finale against the Miami Marlins on September 8.
J.T. Realmuto (Sore Left Knee)
Status: Out of the lineup
Update: J.T. Realmuto sustained a left knee bruise after fouling a ball off his knee during the game on September 6 in Miami. He was replaced by a pinch-hitter in the fourth inning. Manager Rob Thomson stated that Realmuto is experiencing soreness and swelling and will need a few days to recover. There are no current plans to place him on the injured list. In Realmuto’s absence, Aramis Garcia has been added to the active roster, while Nick Nelson was designated for assignment.
Alec Bohm (Left Hand Strain)
Status: 10-day IL
Update: Alec Bohm was removed from the game on August 29 due to left hand discomfort after fouling off a pitch. Initially, there was concern about a possible hamate injury, but X-rays showed no structural damage. Bohm was placed on the 10-day IL with a left hand strain on September 6, retroactive to September 3. Infielder Buddy Kennedy has been recalled to replace him on the roster.
Austin Hays (Kidney Infection)
Status: 10-day IL
Update: Austin Hays was placed on the 10-day IL on September 5, retroactive to September 2, due to a kidney infection. Cal Stevenson has been recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take his spot. Manager Rob Thomson mentioned that Hays is returning to Philadelphia for further tests after his condition worsened despite initial treatment with antibiotics. The timeline for his return remains uncertain.
Andrew Painter (Tommy John Surgery)
Status: Minor League 60-day injured list; Expected return in 2025
Update: Andrew Painter, the Phillies’ top prospect, underwent Tommy John surgery on July 25, 2023. He recently threw to batters for the first time since his spring training debut in March 2023, showcasing fastball velocity in the 97-99 mph range during a live batting practice session in Clearwater. The next step is another live BP session, with Painter expected to continue throwing every three days if all goes well.
Spencer Turnbull (Right Lat Strain)
Status: 60-day IL
Update: Spencer Turnbull is currently throwing up to 120 feet as part of his recovery. Manager Rob Thomson indicated that if Turnbull returns this season, it would be as a reliever due to the time constraints. Turnbull is scheduled to throw a bullpen session this week. While the Phillies remain hopeful, there is no firm commitment on whether he will be able to return to the major league roster this season.
Luis Ortiz (Tommy John Surgery)
Status: 15-day IL
Update: Luis Ortiz underwent Tommy John surgery on July 11, 2024. His recovery is ongoing, and he is currently on the 15-day IL. Updates on Ortiz’s progress will be provided as he continues his rehabilitation process.
