The Philadelphia Phillies have activated left-hander Ranger Suarez from the 15-day injured listing to start out Saturday’s recreation in opposition to the Kansas Metropolis Royals.
Suarez, 28, had been out since July 23 with decrease again soreness. A primary-time All-Star this yr, Suarez has misplaced 4 of his previous 5 choices, final incomes a victory June 8.
Suarez (10-5, 2.87 ERA) has but to face the Royals in his profession.
In a corresponding transfer, left-handed reliever Tyler Gilbert was optioned to Triple-A Lehigh. Gilbert made his season debut Friday, permitting a run in two aid innings throughout a 7-4 loss to Kansas Metropolis.
The Phillies have misplaced 4 of their previous 5 video games however nonetheless maintain a five-game lead over the Atlanta Braves within the Nationwide League East.
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