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Realmuto Day-to-Day as Phillies Eye Home-Field Advantage

9/24/2025

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J.T. Realmuto's right index finger contusion produced negative X-rays; he is day-to-day.
Manager Rob Thomson stressed Realmuto's value, saying he directs Phillies pitchers.
The Phillies clinched the NL East but still seek home-field in playoffs.
Rafael Marchan could start in Realmuto's absence, but his leadership remains irreplaceable.
Five games left; the magic number for a first-round bye is one.

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Story summary

J.T. Realmuto's right index finger contusion produced negative X-rays; he is day-to-day.
Manager Rob Thomson stressed Realmuto's value, saying he directs Phillies pitchers.
The Phillies clinched the NL East but still seek home-field in playoffs.
Rafael Marchan could start in Realmuto's absence, but his leadership remains irreplaceable.
Five games left; the magic number for a first-round bye is one.