The Phillies will embark on a road trip to Chicago and Atlanta without Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and J.T. Realmuto, but all three are showing progress in their recoveries from injuries. Harper and Schwarber were seen hitting in the batting cages at Wrigley Field, while Realmuto did receiving drills and hit on the field for the first time since his surgery. The trio also jogged, with manager Rob Thomson noting that they are making strides and could potentially return soon.
The Phillies have been coping without these key players for a while now, managing to win games despite their absence. However, they recently experienced a slump, losing one game of ground to the Braves. Despite this setback, the team still holds an eight-game division lead.
Players like Nick Castellanos and Trea Turner have stepped up in the absence of key players, delivering crucial performances. Their contributions will be key in navigating the team through the upcoming games with a short-handed lineup.
Harper and Schwarber were placed on the injured list last Friday and are first eligible for activation on July 9 when the Phillies open a six-game homestand. Realmuto is expected to follow shortly after his right knee surgery.
Despite their absences, the Phillies have shown resilience and have managed to stay afloat in the standings. With their top prospects continuing to develop and make progress in their recoveries, it’s looking like they may be able to make up for some of their losses before too long.
As they head into this important road trip, fans will be hoping that Harper and Schwarber can make quick returns to action so that they can help lead their team towards victory once again. With any luck, they’ll be back by midseason and ready to take on any challenges that come their way.
