Phillies plan to move Bryce Harper back to first base
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Philadelphia Phillies manager Don Mattingly announced on November 8, 2026, that Bryce Harper will transition back to first base next season. Mattingly cited concerns about Harper's age and plans to increase his designated hitter role to manage his workload. This decision comes after a season marked by offensive struggles for the team, necessitating a focus on keeping Harper productive and healthy as they seek another postseason run. The team faces uncertainty regarding the status of free agents Alec Bohm and Luis Arraez, complicating their offensive lineup decisions moving forward.
- •Mattingly acknowledges Harper's advancing age in role change.
- •Harper previously moved to the outfield for alignment adjustments.
- •Phillies had offensive struggles, relying heavily on Harper and Schwarber.
- •Future of Bohm and Arraez remains uncertain as free agents.
- •Plan aims to keep Harper fresh for potential World Series run.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies’ Don Mattingly Makes Bryce Harper Decision After Disappointing Season
"The Philadelphia Phillies manager noted concerns about his franchise slugger’s “age” while announcing a role change.
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