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Phillies recall Kyle Backhus from Triple-A

Kyle Backhus

PHI Relief Pitcher #19

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Phillies recalled LHP Kyle Backhus from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Backhus fortifies Philadelphia’s bullpen heading into the final two games of a series against the Yankees’ lefty-heavy lineup. The 28-year-old southpaw has posted a pedestrian 5.87 ERA across 15 1/3 innings in the big leagues this season.

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Phillies option RHP Kyle Backhus from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Backhus has a 4.95 ERA over 20 innings in three stints in the Phillies bullpen this season.
Kyle Backhus

PHI Relief Pitcher #19

Phillies option RHP Kyle Backhus from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Backhus will head down with Max Lazar getting the promotion from Triple-A. The 28-year-old provides some bullpen depth before the break.
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Phillies designated RHP Bryse Wilson for assignment.

Wilson was called up on Thursday and threw two scoreless innings in his lone appearance for the Phillies. With Max Lazar getting sent down, the Phillies will be making two additions on Monday. Kyle Backhus returning from the IL is one of them. The other is likely to be Alan Rangel, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Scott Lauber, and Rangel could either start or work bulk innings in what had been Andrew Painter’s spot.
Kyle Backhus

PHI Relief Pitcher #19

Kyle Backhus (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment Tuesday with Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Backhus has been out since the end of April with inflammation in his left elbow. The 28-year-old will likely need to make a handful of rehab appearances before being an option for the Philadelphia bullpen in the middle of June.
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PHI Relief Pitcher #19

Phillies placed LHP Kyle Backhus on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 27th, with left elbow inflammation.

The Phillies made the move in-between games of Thursday’s twin bill against the Giants. Trevor Richards was promoted from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take his spot in the club’s bullpen. No word yet on the severity of the elbow issue for Backhus or how long he’ll be shelved for.
Kyle Backhus

PHI Relief Pitcher #19

Phillies recalled LHP Kyle Backhus from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Backhus was sent to Triple-A just a week ago, but will be back with Zach Pop (calf) landing on the injured list. The 28-year-old left-hander has allowed three runs on four hits in three innings for the Phillies with a 4/1 K/BB ratio.
Kyle Backhus

PHI Relief Pitcher #19

Phillies optioned LHP Kyle Backhus to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

With Orion Kerkering (hamstring) set to come off the injured list today, the Phillies sent Backhus down to Triple-A to make room. The 28-year-old left-hander has allowed three runs on four hits in three innings with a 4/1 K/BB ratio.
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Phillies acquired LHP Kyle Backhus from the Diamondbacks for OF Avery Owusu-Asiedu.

After dealing away left-hander Matt Strahm on Friday morning, the Phillies moved quickly to add another left-handed reliever to their bullpen mix. Backhus, 27, registered a 4.62 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and a 22/8 K/BB ratio over 25 1/3 innings across 32 appearances with the Diamondbacks in 2025, his first taste of big league action. He’ll add bullpen depth from the left side for the Phillies.
Kyle Backhus

AZ Relief Pitcher #43

Diamondbacks optioned LHP Kyle Backhus to Triple-A Reno.

Backhus had a 4.62 ERA, two saves and 10 holds while spending the last three months in Arizona’s pen. He loses his spot now with the Diamondbacks wanting to find out if Philip Abner might be an upgrade.
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Kyle Backhus got one out against the Twins for his second save Sunday.

Ryan Thompson, pitching for a third straight day, opened the ninth with a two-run lead and retired the first two batters he faced. However, after an Austin Martin single, the D-backs went to a lefty against Kody Clemens. Backhus ended up walking Clemens and then plunking Luke Keaschall before getting Matt Wallner to fly out to end the game.

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Xavier Edwards

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Xavier Edwards was diagnosed with left thumb and elbow discomfort after being removed from Sunday’s battle against the Nationals.

Edwards sustained the injuries when colliding with the shoulder of Jorbit Vivas as he slid into second base and Edwards attempted to place a tag on him. He’s currently undergoing further evaluation. The Marlins should have a better idea on his status once he’s fully checked out.
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Trevor Martin

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Angels optioned RHP Trevor Martin to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Martin made just one appearance during his time with the Angels, allowing three runs (two earned) on four hits and a pair of walks in his three innings of work. He’ll continue to function as extra bullpen depth at the Triple-A level.
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Mitch Farris

LAA Starting Pitcher #70
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Angels recalled LHP Mitch Farris from Triple-A Salt Lake.

It’s unclear if Farris will work out of the Angels’ bullpen initially, or if he’ll potentially replace the injured George Klassen (back) in the club’s starting rotation. The 25-year-old left-hander has posted a 4.18 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and a 49/23 K/BB ratio across 47 1/3 innings in 26 appearances on the season.
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George Klassen

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Angels placed RHP George Klassen on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to August 27, with left low back inflammation.

It’s a tough break for the Angels and for fantasy managers as Klassen had been coming into his own a bit in the Halos’ rotation. No word yet on how the Angels will plan to replace him in their rotation.
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Blake Weiman

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Angels recalled LHP Blake Weiman from Triple-A Salt Lake.

The 30-year-old southpaw has made eight appearances out of the Angels’ bullpen this season, registering a 3.00 ERA, 1.67 WHIP and an 8/1 K/BB ratio across nine innings of work. He’ll give manage Kurt Suzuki another weapon to deploy in the middle innings.
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Xavier Edwards

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Xavier Edwards was removed from Sunday afternoon’s battle against the Nationals due to a hand/wrist injury.

Edwards got his hand tangled up while attempting to make a tag on Jorbit Vivas at second base. Presumably he’ll head for X-rays to see if there’s any structural damage. Expect the Marlins to provide an update on his status as soon as more information becomes available.
- David Shovein

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Samuel Basallo

BAL Catcher #29
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Samuel Basallo (hand) was held out of the Orioles’ starting lineup for Sunday afternoon’s matchup against the Athletics.

Basallo got hit in the hand while attempting to block a wild pitch late during Saturday’s game against the A’s and it’s still feeling a bit sore on Sunday. He’s considered day-to-day.
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Luis Arraez

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Luis Arrez is absent from the Phillies’ starting lineup for Sunday afternoon’s showdown against the Angels in Los Angeles.

The Phillies will get Arraez a breather with left-hander Yusei Kikuchi taking the mound for the Angels. Bryson Stott will slide over and cover second base while Edmundo Sosa draws a start at third base and will bat fifth for the Phillies.
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Jackson Holliday

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Jackson Holliday is not in the Orioles’ starting lineup for Sunday’s skirmish against the Athletics.

Holliday will take a seat with left-hander Jeffrey Springs toeing the slab for the A’s. He has also been struggling at the dish recently, hitting just .170/.182/.208 with zero homers, two RBI and a 10/1 K/BB ratio over 55 plate appearances in his last 12 games. Blaze Alexander will start in his place at second base and bat leadoff for the O’s on Sunday afternoon in West Sacramento.
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Mariners placed RHP Emerson Hancock on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to August 29, with a left adductor strain.

Hancock suffered the injury during Friday’s start against the Blue Jays. He’s going to miss at least a couple of weeks. It’s unclear if the Mariners will continue to operate with a six-man rotation in his absence, or if they’ll revert to a traditional five-man alignment.
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