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Phillies manager provides update on Jesus Luzardo's recovery progress

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 12:49 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Phillies manager provides update on Jesus Luzardo's recovery progress

Summary

Jesus Luzardo of the Philadelphia Phillies is recovering from a shoulder injury and has been throwing at Citizens Bank Park. Interim manager Don Mattingly reported that Luzardo is improving and feels good as he progresses from the injured list. Luzardo has not played since September 7 and is hoping to return in time for the postseason, with activation possible as soon as September 27. The Phillies are preparing for an important series against the Milwaukee Brewers, which may offer a preview of a potential postseason matchup.

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Status Watch

•Luzardo has been throwing from 120 feet during his recovery.
•He has been sidelined since September 7 with a shoulder issue.
•The Phillies are 86-70, trailing Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres.
•They will face the Brewers, who lead the NL standings.
•New activation date for Luzardo is September 27.

Latest Updates

12:49 AMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia Phillies Manager Gives Encouraging Jesus Luzardo Injury Update Before Brewers Series

What they're saying

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The Philadelphia Phillies anxiously await Jesus Luzardo’s return. The left-hander continued to play catch at Citizens Bank Park, getting out to 120 feet, according to interim manager Don Mattingly.“Just continuing to throw and continues to feel good, still trending in the right direction for us,” Mattingly told 94 WIP’s Dave Uram. Phillies interim manager Don […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Manager Gives Encouraging Jesus Luzardo Injury Update Before Brewers Series appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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