Phillies' Aaron Nola Sets Managerial Win Record During Rehab Start

Aaron Nola, the Philadelphia Phillies veteran right-hander, is making steady progress in his rehab from a sprained ankle and rib stress fracture, having made two successful rehab starts with Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs. In his second start, Nola pitched 3 2/3 innings, allowing one run on four hits and three walks while striking out six, contributing to a 12-1 victory that marked manager Anthony Contreras' franchise-record 287th win. Nola has thrown up to 69 pitches in his latest outing and is expected to make at least one more rehab appearance before rejoining the Phillies' rotation in mid-August. Despite a rough start to the season with a 6.16 ERA in nine starts, Nola's health and recent performances suggest he could be a valuable asset for the Phillies' playoff push. He expressed cautious optimism about his recovery, emphasizing patience in the process to avoid rushing back too soon. The Phillies look forward to a refreshed Nola as their pitching staff faces challenges, including injuries and performance setbacks among other starters.