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Phillies' Alvarado Injured, Buehler Called Up for Playoff Push

9/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Philadelphia Phillies placed reliever José Alvarado on the 15-day injured list due to a left forearm strain, effective September 11.
Walker Buehler was called up from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take Alvarado's spot.
Alvarado's season ends with a 3.81 ERA and an earlier 80-game suspension.
Manager Rob Thomson noted the injury is mild but requires caution.
The Phillies, currently 87-60, aim for home-field advantage in the playoffs.

History

Historical Context

In 1994, Major League Baseball experienced a strike that resulted in the cancellation of the World Series, marking the first time this occurred since the series began in 1903. The Philadelphia Phillies, affected by this disruption, faced ongoing challenges with player injuries, including José Alvarado's previous 80-game suspension, highlighting the importance of roster depth for playoff success in a competitive league.

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Story summary

The Philadelphia Phillies placed reliever José Alvarado on the 15-day injured list due to a left forearm strain, effective September 11.
Walker Buehler was called up from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take Alvarado's spot.
Alvarado's season ends with a 3.81 ERA and an earlier 80-game suspension.
Manager Rob Thomson noted the injury is mild but requires caution.
The Phillies, currently 87-60, aim for home-field advantage in the playoffs.

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