Overview

• Bryce Harper was struck on the right elbow by a 95 mph fastball from Spencer Strider in the first inning and exited Tuesday’s game at Citizens Bank Park.
• The Phillies announced negative X-rays and diagnosed a contusion, yet they have not determined if Harper will miss additional games.
• Edmundo Sosa entered as Harper’s pinch runner and remained at third base, prompting Alec Bohm to shift from third to first.
• Harper entered Tuesday’s contest hitting .267 with eight home runs and 33 RBIs, key contributions to Philadelphia’s league-best 34-19 record.
• Spencer Strider made his third start since returning from elbow surgery and a hamstring strain and has hit four batters in his first three outings of 2025.