Phillies call up a 24-year-old to aid an injured bullpen

TL;DR

The Philadelphia Phillies have called up 24-year-old right-hander Alex McFarlane from Double-A to bolster their injured bullpen, which currently has four relievers on the injured list. McFarlane will make his MLB debut wearing No. 71.

Key points

Phillies bullpen has four relievers on the injured list
Alex McFarlane recalled from Double-A Reading
McFarlane has never pitched in the major leagues
He will wear No. 71 for the Phillies

Jhoan DuranJonathan BowlanZach PopMax Lazar

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The Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen has been battered and bruised as of late, with four relievers on the injured list. All four right-handers Jhoan Duran (left oblique strain), Jonathan Bowlan (right groin strain, Zach Pop (strained right calf) and Max Lazar (left oblique strain) have no timetable for return.

The Phillies bullpen even with their injuries has been taxed, throwing the 10th-most innings this young season (98.2). To help add some reinforcements, the Phillies are bringing up a hard-throwing right-hander from Double-A.

The Philadelphia Phillies recall Alex McFarlane from Double-A to add to the bullpen

According to the Phillies on X, ahead of their three-game series with the Atlanta Braves on Friday, the Phillies have recalled right-hander Alex McFarlane from Double-A Reading. McFarlane, 24, has never pitched in the major leagues and will make his debut once he pitches, and will wear No. 71.

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Q&A

Who is Alex McFarlane and why was he called up by the Phillies?

Alex McFarlane is a 24-year-old right-handed pitcher recalled from Double-A Reading to help the Phillies' bullpen, which is struggling with injuries.

What injuries are affecting the Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen?

The Phillies' bullpen is currently impacted by injuries to four relievers: Jhoan Duran, Jonathan Bowlan, Zach Pop, and Max Lazar, each with various strains.

When will Alex McFarlane make his MLB debut for the Phillies?

Alex McFarlane will make his MLB debut once he pitches, as he has not yet appeared in a major league game.