Phillies’ Bryce Harper Day-to-Day After Elbow Hit-By-Pitch Injury

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper has been sidelined for several games due to a bruised right elbow sustained after being hit by a 95 mph fastball from Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Strider. Although X-rays were negative and swelling has improved, Harper continues to experience significant soreness and has yet to resume batting, taking only grounders at first base during practice. Harper, who previously underwent Tommy John surgery on the same elbow, plans to wear a protective guard upon his return, though no comeback date has been set and the Phillies do not currently anticipate placing him on the injured list. The injury has interrupted Harper's strong season, during which he was hitting .390 in the ten days before the incident. Harper acknowledged the risks pitchers take by throwing inside but emphasized the importance of control, especially given the increasing velocity of pitches. Meanwhile, Alec Bohm has been filling in at first base, with Kyle Schwarber serving as an emergency backup, as the Phillies remain cautious with their star player's recovery.