Phillies rookie Andrew Painter exits game against Nationals with hamstring tightness
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:57 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Andrew Painter left Wednesday's game against the Washington Nationals after four innings due to left hamstring tightness. The Phillies were looking for a win following a previous 5-0 victory over the Nationals. Painter struggled initially, allowing one run in the first inning but settled down afterward. He finished with four strikeouts and a drop in ERA from 6.72 to 6.48. The team will evaluate his condition further.
- •Painter pitched four innings, allowing three hits and one earned run.
- •He was replaced by Tim Mayza after experiencing hamstring tightness.
- •The Phillies won their previous game 5-0 against the Nationals.
- •Painter's ERA improved slightly after his outing.
- •Further evaluation of Painter's injury is expected.
- 3:57 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies receive good news for rookie pitcher following early exit
- 12:39 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies rookie exits match vs Nationals with hamstring injury
"The Phillies lucked out when it came to Andrew Painter's hamstring injury.
"The Phillies had to pull Andrew Painter early on Wednesday night.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 3:57 AMPhillies receive good news for rookie pitcher following early exit
The Phillies lucked out when it came to Andrew Painter's hamstring injury.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 12:39 AMPhillies rookie exits match vs Nationals with hamstring injury
The Phillies had to pull Andrew Painter early on Wednesday night.
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