As the Phillies await more details about Wheeler's blood clot, Rob Thomson says he feels good about their pitching depth. Could Andrew Painter be part of the plan to carry on without their ace?

Nola and Bohm’s returns were expected. Nola’s start Sunday against the Nationals is his first since May 14. Bohm’s in the Phils’ lineup and hitting cleanup in his first MLB game since July 18. Both Nola and Bohm were sidelined by rib injuries and recently wrapped up rehab assignments with Lehigh Valley.

The Birds won it all after the MVP favorite went down. Wheeler is the best, but the team already has won games despite absences this season.

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson made a notable Andrew Painter decision in the immediate aftermath of Zack Wheeler's diagnosis.

Phillies’ Rob Thomson Announces Alec Bohm Update After 23 Missed Games originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Philadelphia Phillies lead the New York Mets atop the NL East by five games, and that's with a major piece missing. Third baseman Alec Bohm (ribs) hasn't played since July 18, and he's played just 92 out of 121 contests this season.

Phillies ace Zack Wheeler didn’t suffer an injury to his elbow, shoulder or hamstring. He was diagnosed with a blood clot near his right shoulder. As Kyle Schwarber put it, “That’s scary stuff.” When he returns is anyone’s guess at this point with tests planned for today.

The MLB playoff picture is starting to take shape here in the middle of August, though there is always the potential for a major shakeup if one of the teams on the fringe of contention gets hot.

Schwarber, though, has been down this road before. A 2016 World Series champion as a Chicago Cub, he was non-tendered by the club in 2020. He reclaimed his stroke in Washington, was traded to Boston, led them to the brink of the World Series and then was on the market again.

The Philadelphia Phillies OUT SLUG the Washington Nationals in 11-9 win to split there four game series. Author: khou.com