Unfortunately, the Philadelphia Phillies, a top team in the National League, faced a setback on Tuesday.
Here’s the scoop: Bryce Harper believes the 2024 Phillies team may be the best he’s ever been on.
J.T. Realmuto, grappling with right knee pain, has been placed on the 10-day injury list. The Phillies have disclosed that Realmuto is slated for a right knee meniscectomy on Wednesday.
Realmuto’s right knee operation by Philadelphia is scheduled for tomorrow.
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) June 11, 2024
Realmuto (33) has been performing well for Philadelphia, with a batting average of .263/.309/.411 in 51 games, along with 20 RBIs and seven home runs, but now he faces some time off.
Realmuto began his pro career with the Miami Marlins in 2014 and made his first All-Star appearance in 2018. Since joining the Phillies in 2019, he has made a notable impact, earning various awards and accolades.
With Realmuto out of action, Garrett Stubbs steps in as the Phillies’ backup catcher. Rafael Marchán, recently recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley, will serve as the backup. Marchán, 25, who has limited MLB experience, faces a crucial role in the team.
Despite these challenges, the Phillies, with a 45-20 record, maintain a comfortable lead atop the NL, distancing themselves from the Atlanta Braves by nine games.
In another unfortunate injury case, Los Angeles Angels’ star Mike Trout, who had surgery for a meniscus tear in May, remains a key player on the sidelines, much like Realmuto.