Phillies sign veteran pitcher Casey Lawrence after injury to Allard
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies signed right-hander Casey Lawrence to a minor league contract on August 16, 2026. Lawrence, a Pennsylvania native, joins the organization after the team placed veteran left-hander Kolby Allard on the injured list with a season-ending injury. Allard's absence prompted the Phillies to add depth to their pitching staff as they approach the final weeks of the season. Lawrence has major league experience with the Toronto Blue Jays, Seattle Mariners, and St. Louis Cardinals, making 65 appearances since his debut in 2017. He is expected to fill a similar role to Allard in the minors while providing an experienced option for potential call-ups.
- •Phillies signed Casey Lawrence to a minor league contract on August 16, 2026.
- •Lawrence comes after Kolby Allard was placed on the injured list.
- •Allard is sidelined for the season due to a strained left adductor.
- •Lawrence has made 65 major league appearances since 2017.
- •He will play at Triple-A Lehigh Valley as the Phillies evaluate options.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies Sign Local Veteran After Losing Pitcher For The Season
"The Philadelphia Phillies have turned to a Pennsylvania native who leads all of the minors in total innings after losing a familiar face.
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