Phillies designate pitcher Brian Keller for assignment ahead of Cardinals series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:22 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies have designated right-hander Brian Keller for assignment before their three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals. The decision was made to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for newly signed left-hander Nestor Cortes. Keller, 32, made his major league debut in July. The series against the Cardinals begins on Friday following an off day on Thursday.
- •Brian Keller designated for assignment by the Phillies
- •Nestor Cortes signed to fill roster spot
- •Phillies start a series against the Cardinals on Friday
- •Keller made his MLB debut in July 2026
- 3:22 AMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia Phillies Cut 32-Year Old Pitcher Before Cardinals Series
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