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Phillies Recall 100 MPH Arm to Bolster Bullpen
12 Aug
Summary
- Alex McFarlane was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
- The bullpen was gassed after back-to-back extra-inning games.
- Injuries and fatigue have depleted the Phillies' relief options.
The Philadelphia Phillies have recalled right-handed pitcher Alex McFarlane from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to address their depleted bullpen. This roster move was made during their series against the St. Louis Cardinals.
The Phillies' relief unit was notably fatigued following two consecutive extra-inning contests. Alan Rangel, who had been recalled on August 9 to provide multi-inning coverage, was optioned to make room for McFarlane.
McFarlane, who made his MLB debut on July 22 and possesses a fastball reaching 100 MPH, is making his second stint with the major league club. His recall comes as the Phillies are facing adversity in the bullpen, with key pitchers like Brad Keller and Caleb Kilian sidelined due to injuries. Other relievers have also experienced fatigue, necessitating reinforcements.
The team hopes McFarlane can provide stability as they navigate a challenging stretch. The effectiveness of their bullpen moving forward may depend on Rangel's ability to pitch deeper into games and the offense's performance to avoid further strain on relief arms.
