Phillies sit Kyle Schwarber before Orioles series, reinsert him in lineup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 11:05 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies have struggled recently, losing seven of their last eight games, including a recent sweep by the Miami Marlins. Following a two-game absence, Kyle Schwarber returns to the starting lineup as the designated hitter against the Baltimore Orioles. Manager Don Mattingly hopes Schwarber's power will help the team improve its performance as they sit with a 57-52 record, holding a Wild Card spot in the National League. The Phillies lineup will feature Schwarber batting second behind Trea Turner as they face Orioles right-hander Brandon Young.
- •Phillies lost seven of eight games recently.
- •Kyle Schwarber returns as designated hitter against Orioles.
- •Schwarber has 33 home runs this season.
- •Phillies hold a Wild Card spot with a 57-52 record.
- •Manager Don Mattingly is making lineup adjustments.
- 11:05 PMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia Phillies Announce Kyle Schwarber Decision Before Orioles Series
"The Philadelphia Phillies are in the middle of one of their biggest skids of the season, recently getting swept by the Miami Marlins and losing seven of their last eight games.Interestingly enough, Phillies manager Don Mattingly decided to sit slugger Kyle Schwarber for each of the team’s final two games against the Marlins.Ahead of Friday’s […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Announce Kyle Schwarber Decision Before Orioles Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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