Phillies' Bryce Harper Leaves Game with Elbow Contusion, X-Rays Negative

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper left a game against the Atlanta Braves after being hit on his surgically repaired right elbow by a 95 mph fastball from Spencer Strider. X-rays on Harper's elbow were negative, and the injury was diagnosed as a bruised elbow, with no immediate indication of a serious setback. Harper, who has avoided major re-injury since his 2022 UCL surgery, has been performing well this season with eight home runs and 33 RBIs. Despite the hit, Harper is expected to recover quickly, though his availability for the remainder of the Braves series remains uncertain. Alec Bohm may see increased playing time if Harper is sidelined. While the pitch appears unintentional, tensions exist given the history between Harper and Strider, both of whom have undergone UCL surgery recently.