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Phillies make underwhelming bullpen swap as veteran righty returns from IL

The Phillies are getting bullpen reinforcements, even if fans don't want this one.

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Joe Ross | Brandon Sloter/GettyImages

The Philadelphia Phillies made one minor roster change ahead of their game with the visiting Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday. Much to many fans' chagrin, they announced the reinstatement of right-handed reliever Joe Ross from the 15-day injured list. The corresponding move sees right-hander Seth Johnson optioned back to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Ross originally went on the IL on July 22 (retroactive to July 21) with back spasms.