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Phillies Place Aaron Nola on Injured List, Set to Debut Prospect Mick Abel

Nola's ankle sprain and ongoing struggles prompt roster changes, including Abel's promotion and Walker's anticipated return.

Mick Abel has a 2.53 ERA in eight starts at triple-A Lehigh Valley this season. (Yong Kim/The Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS)
May 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola (27) throws a pitch during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
TORONTO, CANADA - MAY 14: Chris Bassitt #40 of the Toronto Blue Jays pitches during first inning of their MLB game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre on May 14, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Overview

  • Aaron Nola has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right ankle sprain, marking his first IL stint since 2017.
  • Nola has struggled this season, posting a 1-7 record with a 6.16 ERA in nine starts, including a career-worst outing on May 14.
  • The Phillies have recalled right-hander Daniel Robert from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to provide immediate bullpen support.
  • Top pitching prospect Mick Abel, who has excelled in Triple-A with a 2.53 ERA, is scheduled to make his MLB debut on Sunday.
  • Veteran starter Taijuan Walker is expected to rejoin the rotation next week to further stabilize the Phillies' pitching staff.