The Philadelphia Phillies have suffered a major blow to their infield and offensive core as third baseman has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a fractured left rib. The injury, stemming from a hit-by-pitch during a narrow 5–4 loss to the San Diego Padres, forced top star to exit early after taking a pitch to his rib cage in his first at-bat. Though he returned to the lineup against the Angels, lingering discomfort led to a reevaluation — and ultimately, a concerning diagnosis.
Following the All-Star break, initial optimism around his health quickly faded after he aggravated the injury in his final at-bat during that last game. A subsequent scan revealed the fracture, forcing the Phillies to make a swift roster adjustment by recalling Weston Wilson from Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Manager Rob Thomson confirmed the move before Saturday’s game, marking a pivotal moment in what had been a resurgent stretch for him.
After a sluggish start to the 2025 campaign, he had rediscovered his rhythm at the plate. Since May 3, he’s slashed .309/.362/.455 with eight homers and a notably low 16.2% strikeout rate across 257 plate appearances. Though his power numbers have tapered off slightly compared to past seasons, his contact consistency and improved defense at third base had become vital assets for the Phillies. Bohm has turned what was once a defensive weakness into a reliable presence at the hot corner, earning praise for his steady glove and smart footwork.
With Bohm sidelined indefinitely, Philadelphia faces serious questions ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Already exploring options to bolster their outfield and possibly second base due to Bryson Stott’s struggles, the front office may now need to pivot toward acquiring a versatile infielder. In the meantime, the team will lean on a rotating cast — including Edmundo Sosa, Otto Kemp, and Weston Wilson — to fill the void at third base. Bohm, who still has one year of arbitration left, had been mentioned in past trade rumors, but any potential movement this season now seems off the table. The Phillies must now adapt quickly as they navigate the second half without one of their most consistent bats.