Phillies Notes: Update on Harper, Herrera returns to leadoff spot

Bryce Harper (right elbow strain) will throw once again before Wednesday’s game. Manager Joe Girardi said that Harper has passed all the necessary tests in the training room. What really matters, however, is how his arm responds when he is throwing. He’s not at 100%, but that won’t stop Harper from trying.

Bryce Harper last played the outfield on April 16. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire)“His question in his mind is is it from not throwing or do I still need a little bit more time,” Girardi said before Wednesday’s game. “We said, ‘Listen, if you feel it, you gotta stop.’ That’s the bottom line. And as I told him today, I said, ‘We don’t want it to affect your hitting and if you have…