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Rob Thomson Updates Condition of Rehabbing Phillies Outfielder

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Mike Ostrowski | Last updated Apr 29, 2025 6:15 PM ET

The Phillies have been without outfielder Brandon Marsh since April 17th due to a right hamstring strain. Marsh was rehabbing this past week in Triple-A Lehigh Valley and appeared in four games, but he was pulled after six innings on Sunday after apparently reaggravating the injury.

During his pregame press availability on Tuesday, Philly skipper Rob Thomson indicated that Marsh is getting back on track.

"He worked out today, ran," Thomson said. "If he's cleared by the doctor, we'll send him back out on a rehab assignment. It probably wouldn't be for long."

Marsh has been having a start to forget in 2025. After being named the Phillies' everyday center fielder, he hit an unsightly .095 and was on an 0-for-31 streak before the injury occurred.

Marsh has always had high strikeout numbers, but his troubles used to be largely limited to left-handed pitchers. His proficiency against righties made him a strong platoon option at minimum, and his decent pop - 43 extra base hits in 2023 and 36 last year - made him a candidate to get an extended chance as a starter.

It just went very poorly, and even in the minors, the 27-year-old hasn't looked great. During his rehab, Marsh has gone 2-for-11 with three walks and six strikeouts. Cal Stevenson, his replacement on the roster, has yet to start a game for the Phillies, only coming off the bench four times.

Johan Rojas, who had the majority of starts in center field last season, has seemingly reclaimed his spot. Though Rojas had a quiet final game in Chicago, he has at least manufactured some offense for Philadelphia in Marsh's absence.

Thomson should have an additional update on Marsh Wednesday.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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