Philadelphia Phillies fans really want to know if their favorite player, Bryce Harper, will play tonight against the Milwaukee Brewers. The game starts at 6:45 p.m. ET at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Harper got hurt a few days ago, and everyone’s wondering if he’ll be back for this important game. The Phillies are doing great this season, and Harper is a big part of that. Fans can watch the game on MLB Network, NBCS-PH, or FDSWI.
Bryce Harper’s elbow injury: Latest updatesIn Tuesday's game against the Braves, Harper was hit with a blister-fast pitch on the right elbow. Hurting very much, he had to leave the game before it ended. The news was good: X-rays showed nothing broken inside the elbow area, greatly pleasing the team and its fans. Phillies manager Rob Thomson stated that Harper's elbow remained swollen and sore through Thursday, so he was out of the lineup for the day. The club is being more cautious outright, considering Harper underwent surgery on that elbow in 2022.
Yesterday, Harper's elbow started feeling better, with less swelling, but he hasn’t tried hitting a ball yet. The Phillies will decide if he can play tonight just before the game at 6:45 p.m. ET. If Harper can’t play, other players like Edmundo Sosa or Alec Bohm will take his spot. Bohm might play first base. The team hopes Harper will be back soon and won’t miss too many games. They want him to be completely healthy before he plays again.
Also Read: A.J. Smith-Shawver injury update: When will the Braves rookie pitcher return after manager Brian Snitker says "doesn't look good"
Phillies' strategy and Harper's impactThe Phillies are having an awesome season, winning 34 out of 53 games so far. They've won nine of their last ten games before playing the Brewers. Harper helps a lot, hitting .267 with eight home runs and 33 RBIs this year. If he can’t play, it might make things harder against the Brewers, who have good pitchers. Manager Rob Thomson says the team is ready, with players like J.T. Realmuto and Max Kepler able to help.
Harper is tough and has come back from injuries before, like after his elbow surgery in 2023. His hitting and energy are super important for big games like tonight at Citizens Bank Park. To avoid injuries in the playoffs, the Phillies likely won’t use Harper if there is any cause for concern. The game will start airing at 6:45 p.m.
Bryce Harper’s elbow injury: Latest updatesIn Tuesday's game against the Braves, Harper was hit with a blister-fast pitch on the right elbow. Hurting very much, he had to leave the game before it ended. The news was good: X-rays showed nothing broken inside the elbow area, greatly pleasing the team and its fans. Phillies manager Rob Thomson stated that Harper's elbow remained swollen and sore through Thursday, so he was out of the lineup for the day. The club is being more cautious outright, considering Harper underwent surgery on that elbow in 2022.
Bryce Harper is feeling better, Rob Thomson said, and could play Game 2 tonight. Swelling has gone down some. Probably not available to PH in Game 1.
— Matt Gelb (@MattGelb) May 29, 2025
Yesterday, Harper's elbow started feeling better, with less swelling, but he hasn’t tried hitting a ball yet. The Phillies will decide if he can play tonight just before the game at 6:45 p.m. ET. If Harper can’t play, other players like Edmundo Sosa or Alec Bohm will take his spot. Bohm might play first base. The team hopes Harper will be back soon and won’t miss too many games. They want him to be completely healthy before he plays again.
Also Read: A.J. Smith-Shawver injury update: When will the Braves rookie pitcher return after manager Brian Snitker says "doesn't look good"
Phillies' strategy and Harper's impactThe Phillies are having an awesome season, winning 34 out of 53 games so far. They've won nine of their last ten games before playing the Brewers. Harper helps a lot, hitting .267 with eight home runs and 33 RBIs this year. If he can’t play, it might make things harder against the Brewers, who have good pitchers. Manager Rob Thomson says the team is ready, with players like J.T. Realmuto and Max Kepler able to help.
Harper is tough and has come back from injuries before, like after his elbow surgery in 2023. His hitting and energy are super important for big games like tonight at Citizens Bank Park. To avoid injuries in the playoffs, the Phillies likely won’t use Harper if there is any cause for concern. The game will start airing at 6:45 p.m.
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