With the Philadelphia Phillies having seven capable starting pitchers poised to start in 2025, it's no surprise that there will be tough decisions made with the pitchers at the back-end of that rotation. Zack Wheeler, Christopher Sanchez, Ranger Suarez, and Aaron Nola have roles solidified when they're healthy and on the roster.
While Taijuan Walker hasn't been the arm the Philadelphia Phillies were hoping for him to be when they landed him entering the 2023 campaign, the right-hander has been better this season, throwing to the likes of a 3.53 ERA.
Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker is being shifted from the starting rotation to the bullpen as the team retools its pitching staff. "I think Tai's got a chance to make us a lot better coming out of the ‘pen," manager Rob Thomson told reporters Sunday.
The Philadelphia Phillies have begun to start putting things together during the 2025 season, as they currently sit tied with the New York Mets for first place in the National League East.
The Philadelphia Phillies have been engaged in a two-way battle with the New York Mets atop the National League East standings to start the 2025 season, but they desperately need help in their bullpen.
The Philadelphia Phillies were going to use Taijuan Walker as a reliever this year. That was the plan coming into the season following a winter workout program that was aimed at getting the veteran's velocity back following a drastic dip in 2024 that was the root of his problems.
According to a report from Matt Gelb of The Athletic, the Philadelphia Phillies will have Taijuan Walker strictly pitch out of the bullpen once Aaron Nola returns.
The Philadelphia Phillies were mediocre after their first 26 games, but they have been one of the best teams in the majors following their 13-13 start to the season.
The Philadelphia Phillies have an upcoming bullpen decision to make that marks a turning point in some ways. Ranger Suárez returned from the injured list recently, and the Phillies elected to delay the decision in the process.
The Philadelphia Phillies are off to a strong start to the season with a talented starting rotation leading the way. Coming into the year, it was the rotation that was expected to be the strength of the team.
Cristopher Sanchez allowed one hit over six scoreless innings and Taijuan Walker struck out seven over the final three frames, fueling the visiting Philadelphia Phillies to a 7-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night.
After activating southpaw Ranger Suarez from the 15-day injured list earlier on Saturday, the Phillies are making a change to their rotation mix to get back down to five starters.
The Philadelphia Phillies entered the season with high expectations again. This team is much better than they've played, and if things start to go their way, the Phillies will have an opportunity to compete for the National League East.
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner had high praise for teammate Taijuan Walker following a rollercoaster outing against the Washington Nationals.
Following electric starts by two of his teammates, Philadelphia's Taijuan Walker hopes to continue the momentum Saturday when the Phillies host the Miami Marlins.
Taijuan Walker was terrific on Thursday. In his 2025 debut, he threw six scoreless innings on 74 pitches, striking out four and walking only one. He collected the win, his first since last May, as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a sweep of the Colorado Rockies.
Taijuan Walker logged six scoreless innings as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game sweep of the visiting Colorado Rockies with a 3-1 victory Thursday afternoon.
He has had a difficult 2024 season as he’s dealt with both injuries and ineffectiveness. A shoulder impingement delayed his season debut until the tail end of April, and he’s struggled considerably in 10 starts since then.