The Philadelphia Phillies were hit with a blow when they placed star player Bryce Harper on the 10-day injured list due to a strained left hamstring. Despite the seriousness of the injury, Harper expressed relief that it wasn’t more severe, stating that he had never experienced anything like it before. The loss of Harper comes at a difficult time for the Phillies, as they already had concerns with left fielder Kyle Schwarber exiting the game due to a left groin issue.
Schwarber is also headed to the injured list with a mild strain, but it is expected that he will recover within the 10-day timeframe. Manager Rob Thomson provided updates on Schwarber’s condition, explaining that the injury was precautionary and not considered super serious. Both Harper and Schwarber were having strong seasons, with Harper leading the National League in All-Star voting before his injury.
The Phillies will be hoping for a quick and full recovery for both Harper and Schwarber, as they navigate their way through the challenges of their absences. Losing key players like Harper can have a significant impact on the team’s performance, but the hope is that they will be back on the field contributing to the team soon.