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Phillies' Bryce Harper Hits IL as Team Struggles

6/7/2025

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The Philadelphia Phillies are grappling with a tough blow as star first baseman Bryce Harper lands on the 10-day injured list due to right wrist inflammation. With a batting average of .258 and 9 home runs, Harper's absence is felt even more as the team struggles, losing seven of their last eight games and falling behind the New York Mets. In a bid to bolster the roster, they recalled Daniel Robert and brought Otto Kemp up from Triple-A.

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The Philadelphia Phillies are grappling with a tough blow as star first baseman Bryce Harper lands on the 10-day injured list due to right wrist inflammation. With a batting average of .258 and 9 home runs, Harper's absence is felt even more as the team struggles, losing seven of their last eight games and falling behind the New York Mets. In a bid to bolster the roster, they recalled Daniel Robert and brought Otto Kemp up from Triple-A.