Brandon Marsh who has become a fan favorite for his scintillating speed, long hair, and beard, is eligible to return from the IL on Sunday. While his recovery remains the top priority, his rehab assignment in Lehigh Valley will also give him a chance to get his timing back at the plate. Offensively, the 27-year-old has struggled this season, hitting just .095 with a .387 OPS, one home run, no stolen bases, and a 16-to-7 strikeout-to-walk ratio.
Despite his offensive woes, Marsh is expected to get opportunities against right-handed pitchers upon his return. However, Johan Rojas is making a strong case for more playing time. The third-year center fielder, known for his defense, has impressed with a .317 average, a .729 OPS, and a 106 OPS+ in 41 at-bats.
The Philadelphia Phillies shared encouraging news about outfielder Brandon Marsh, who is currently on the 10-day injured list with a hamstring strain. According to an update on the team’s official X account:
Though Rojas lacks power and his numbers come from a small sample size, he’s giving manager Rob Thomson something to think about. A platoon between Marsh and Rojas remains likely, but if Marsh doesn’t improve at the plate, Rojas could take over as the everyday center fielder. For now, all eyes are on Marsh’s recovery, with hopes for a quick and successful return.