Brandon Marsh Begins Rehab Assignment with Lehigh Valley

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh, who has been sidelined with a right hamstring strain, is beginning a rehab assignment with Triple-A Lehigh Valley and could return to the roster as soon as Sunday if there are no setbacks. Marsh has struggled offensively this season, hitting just .095 in 17 games despite being given the everyday center field role. Manager Rob Thomson hopes the rehab stint will help Marsh reset both physically and mentally after his slow start. Meanwhile, Johan Rojas has performed well in Marsh's absence, batting .317 and providing strong defense, which could increase competition for the center field spot. The Phillies, coming off a difficult 16-game stretch, are looking to regroup and will be monitoring Marsh's recovery closely as they prepare for upcoming series against the Cubs and Nationals.