Phillies Expected to Play Bryce Harper in Toronto After Injury

The Philadelphia Phillies have been struggling significantly in the absence of superstar Bryce Harper, who has missed the last five games after being hit by a pitch in his elbow during the series against the Atlanta Braves. During Harper's absence, the Phillies have been outscored 41-19 and suffered poor performances in pitching, offense, and defense. Harper is expected to return to the lineup on Tuesday as the Phillies begin a three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays, providing a much-needed boost to the team's offense and morale. Before his injury, Harper was hitting .267 with eight home runs, 33 RBIs, and an .825 OPS, showing signs of heating up in the month prior. Manager Rob Thomson and Harper himself have expressed confidence that Harper will not require a stint on the injured list and is feeling much better. Harper's return is anticipated to help the Phillies overcome their recent slump, particularly as they face challenging road games in Toronto and Pittsburgh.