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Bader Sidelined, Marsh Steps Up for NLDS Game 4

10/10/2025

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Bader Sidelined Again

Harrison Bader of the Philadelphia Phillies remains sidelined for Game 4 of the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers due to a hamstring strain.
Initial reports described a groin injury, but the condition is a hamstring strain.
Brandon Marsh starts in center field, and Bader may pinch-hit if needed.
Cristopher Sánchez will start for the Phillies against Dodgers' Tyler Glasnow as they seek to extend the postseason run.

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Bader's Injury Impact

Harrison Bader, the Philadelphia Phillies outfielder, will miss NLDS Games 3 and 4 against the Los Angeles Dodgers due to a groin injury from Game 1.
Bader was a game-time decision for both games but stayed on the bench.
Bader pinch-hit in Game 4, went 0-for-1 with a strikeout, and left for defense.
The team hopes for a return in Game 5 and expects spring-training recovery.

History

Historical Context

The 1981 Major League Baseball postseason was shaped by a players' strike that split the season, leading to a unique playoff format. The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees, marking their first title since 1965. Today, injuries like Harrison Bader's hamstring strain for the Philadelphia Phillies continue to impact team strategies during critical playoff moments.

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Bader Sidelined Again

Harrison Bader of the Philadelphia Phillies remains sidelined for Game 4 of the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers due to a hamstring strain.
Initial reports described a groin injury, but the condition is a hamstring strain.
Brandon Marsh starts in center field, and Bader may pinch-hit if needed.
Cristopher Sánchez will start for the Phillies against Dodgers' Tyler Glasnow as they seek to extend the postseason run.

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