The Philadelphia Phillies (55-48) received some positive news Wednesday regarding superstar outfielder Bryce Harper.
According to Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Harper has begun a throwing program, hoping to eventually return to right field.
“There’s no guarantee of that, but we’re hoping that that’s how it plays out,” said Phillies interim manager Rob Thomson. “We’ll work that throwing program, progress him out to where he can throw 100%, or close to it, and then we can get him out there.”
On the IL with a fractured left thumb suffered in June, Harper has been limited to designated hitter duties for most of the season due to a torn UCL in his elbow.