The Philadelphia Phillies will be getting some help for their series finale as their superstar is returning following is short absence.
in the final six games of their homestand that saw them outscore their opponents 38-14. The home run was a prevalent part of the offensive attack also, as the Phillies put 10 balls over the fence.
Prior to heading out for a 10-game road stretch, it was announced that they would be without Bryce Harper as he was moved to the paternity list with he and his wife Kayla expecting their third child., but have gotten smoked the last two need to win on Thursday to earn a split. However, the Phillies will get their superstar back after an announcement made by president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski.
It's been an interesting year so far for the two-time MVP. He normally starts off hot, but this season, that has not been the case with his numbers down across the board. Philadelphia is hoping that Harper has started to figure some things out at the plate as he returns Thursday with a six-game hitting streak that's seen him slash .381/.462/.571 with seven RBI during this time.The 27-year-old had a great performance in his lone game following his call up, going 2-4 with a three-run homer in the ninth inning. He'll now continue his year down in the minors for the time being where he's been slashing .270/.333/.
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