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The Philadelphia Phillies’ Opening Day Delayed by Rain, Injuries Plague the Roster

BySamantha Nguyen

Mar 28, 2024
Philadelphia Phillies announce Opening Day roster, send 5 players to Injured List – NBC Sports Philadelphia

The Phillies’ Opening Day has been postponed due to rain, delaying the start of their season by 24 hours. However, the team released their initial regular-season roster on Thursday afternoon, which included placing five players on the injured list.

The roster of 26 players consists of 13 pitchers, 2 catchers, 5 infielders, 4 outfielders, 1 utility player, and 1 designated hitter. Some notable pitchers on the roster are Jose Alvarado, Aaron Nola, and Zack Wheeler. Catchers J.T. Realmuto and Garrett Stubbs are included, along with infielders Alec Bohm and Bryce Harper. Outfielders Nick Castellanos and Cristian Pache are also part of the lineup.

Several right-handed pitchers were placed on the injured list, including Taijuan Walker, Orion Kerkering, Dylan Covey, and Michael Rucker. Catcher Rafael Marchan was also listed due to lower back pain. All five injuries are retroactive to March 25.

Due to Walker’s injury, Spencer Turnbull has been given a spot in the starting rotation and will pitch on Tuesday against the Reds. The rotation will also include Wheeler, Nola, Suarez

By Samantha Nguyen

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