Philadelphia, PA – After a six-week absence due to a hamstring injury, Trea Turner has returned to the Phillies’ roster ready to resume his role as the team’s shortstop.
During Turner’s time out, Edmundo Sosa stepped up offensively and defensively, showcasing his skills with a .282 batting average, four homers, and solid run production. The team performed well with a record of 22-11 in Turner’s absence.
With Turner back in the lineup, Sosa will transition back to his super-utility role, providing the team with flexibility on defense. Additionally, Sosa will be training in the outfield to expand his versatility for the Phillies.
In order to make room for Turner on the active roster, Johan Rojas was optioned to Triple-A. This decision was made to avoid potentially losing other players to assignment. Rojas will now have the opportunity to improve his offensive performance with regular playing time.
The Phillies are looking to find the right balance in their outfield positions, potentially platooning Brandon Marsh and Cristian Pache in center field, along with Whit Merrifield and David Dahl in left field.
Overall, the addition of Turner back to the Phillies’ lineup brings depth and experience, enhancing the team’s chances for success as they continue their season.