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The Philadelphia Phillies are making things especially interesting in the National League East right now. The Atlanta Braves held a large lead early in the season, but the Phillies are now only 2.5 games back in the division. While the Phillies will surely look to make trades before the deadline , they will likely be getting a bullpen boost soon with a pitcher returning from injury. Reliever Brad Keller has been recovering from a forearm injury , and it seems as if a return before the All-Star break is realistic.
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According to MLB.com, Keller is expected to return "next week." The right-handed pitcher could begin a rehab assignment on Friday.
Keller, 30, has turned in an underwhelming 4.15 ERA so far this season across 31 outings. However, he pitched to a stellar 2.07 ERA a season ago with the Chicago Cubs . He established himself as a reliable relief pitcher. Keller features the potential to make a significant impact for the Phillies' bullpen.
The Phillies will only benefit from Brad Keller 's return once it does happen. Updates on the pitcher's injury recovery will continue to be monitored and provided as they are made available.
For now, the Phillies are focused on their current series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The four-game series began on Monday, as Pittsburgh earned an 11-7 win. Philadelphia has bounced back with 8-0 and 10-6 wins on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Phillies are hoping to clinch a series victory on Thursday afternoon.
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First pitch for the final contest of the series is scheduled for 12:35 PM EST in Philadelphia.
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