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Aaron Nola's 7-inning shutout helps Phils split with Marlins

Jorge Alfaro had his fourth consecutive two-RBI game, and the Miami Marlins salvaged a split of their doubleheader against the Philadelphia Phillies by winning 5-3

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • Associated Press

Designated for assignment Walker was designated for assignment by the Phillies on Friday.

Impact Walker reportedly contemplated retirement if he was unable to win a big-league job this spring, so it's possible this is the end of the line for the 12-year veteran, who hasn't produced an above-average batting line since 2017. He got very close last year, posting a 99 wRC+, but he owns a mark of 42 in that category this season in limited playing time, the product of a .231/.244/.308 slash line. Ronald Torreyes should fill the reserve infield role going forward after his contract was selected in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lugo lifts Mets over Phillies; Harper erupts after ejection

Seth Lugo got the Mets' rotation its first win in more than three weeks, Phillies star Bryce Harper screamed in an umpire’s face after being ejected for arguing over a foul ball, a...

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • Associated Press

LEADING OFF: Harper gets steamed, Trout reaches milestone

Bryce Harper could be cooled off, a day after he was ejected during Philadelphia’s game against the Mets at Citi Field

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • Associated Press

Records three hits Walker went 3-for-3 with two RBI on Wednesday as he played a key part in in a 3-0 win over the Nationals.

Impact Walker made just his third start since Aug. 13 and took advantage of the opportunity with his first multi-hit game of the season. The solid outing isn't likely to impact Walker's playing time, as he should continue to primarily be a bench option for the Phillies.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Draws rare start Walker will start at first base and will bat eighth Wednesday against the Nationals, Scott Lauber of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact He'll step in as a replacement for Rhys Hoskins, who is presumably getting a maintenance day after starting in every game for the Phillies since Aug. 13. Walker also filled in for Hoskins that day, but in between, he made only one other start for Philadelphia (on Aug. 20). The veteran infielder is hitting .192 over 28 plate appearances this season, and he may have find himself on the chopping block when Scott Kingery (back) eventually returns from the 10-day injured list.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dominic Smith hits key homer as Mets beat Yankees 6-4

AUGUST 28, 2020 • Associated Press

Braves rally to beat Workman, Phillies 6-5 in 9th

Adam Duvall and the Atlanta Braves spoiled Brandon Workman’s debut with Philadelphia, rallying for a 6-5 win over the sliding Phillies

AUGUST 23, 2020 • Associated Press

Trout drives in 3 as Angels beat Athletics 4-3

AUGUST 23, 2020 • Associated Press

Red Sox snap 9-game skid, Devers HR in 6-3 win over Phils

The Boston Red Sox ended their nine-game losing streak, with Rafael Devers homering and driving in three runs to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3

AUGUST 19, 2020 • Associated Press

Orioles beat Phillies 11-4, complete 3-game sweep

Pedro Severino and Rio Ruiz hit homers to back Thomas Eshelman and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Philadelphia Phillies 11-4 to complete a three-game sweep

AUGUST 14, 2020 • Associated Press

Picks up another start Walker will start at second base and bat seventh in the first game of Sunday's doubleheader with the Braves.

Impact Walker will be making his third start in four games at his third different position, this time covering second base in place of a resting Scott Kingery. Though his playing time has been on the rise lately, Walker's path to a full-time role looks like it will be locked so long as all members of the Phillies' regular infield (Rhys Hoskins, Kingery, Jean Segura and Didi Gregorius) are all healthy.

AUGUST 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Opening Day roster Garlick will be a member of the Phillies' Opening Day roster after being recalled by the Phillies on Thursday.

Impact Garlick, Neil Walker and Phil Gosselin wound up winning bench spots, with Josh Harrison and Logan Forsythe losing out. As a righty, Garlick could make the occasional start against southpaws, potentially giving regular left fielder Andrew McCutchen the chance to rest his legs as a designated hitter. The 28-year-old Garlick has received just 53 career big-league plate appearances, though his .250/.321/.521 line in those limited opportunities for the Dodgers last season suggests he could be competent in a part-time role.

JULY 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Walker, Volquez, Holland, Morrison make opening-day rosters

Philadelphia second baseman Neil Walker, Texas pitcher Edinson Vólquez and Pittsburgh pitcher Derek Holland have made opening-day rosters

JULY 19, 2020 • Associated Press

Fans see 1st Nats exho from balcony; Harper HRs off Scherzer

Bryce Harper and a mask-wearing Didi Gregorius homered for the Philadelphia Phillies off Washington starter Max Scherzer as exhibition baseball returned after a four-month hiatus b...

JULY 19, 2020 • Associated Press