Phillies' Jesús Luzardo Placed on Injured List With Shoulder Issue

WHO:

[5:30pm] - MLB Trade Rumors - The Phillies issued a correction stating that lefty Kyle Backhus has been recalled as the corresponding move for Luzardo, rather than Grant Holman.

MLB Trade Rumors - Jesús Luzardo, Philadelphia Phillies, manager Don Mattingly, Grant Holman, Kyle Backhus

The New York Times - Jesús Luzardo, Philadelphia Phillies, Aaron Nola, Andrew Painter

NBC Sports Philadelphia - Jesús Luzardo, Philadelphia Phillies, Aaron Nola, Zack Wheeler, Cristopher Sánchez, Don Mattingly

WHAT:

[5:30pm] - MLB Trade Rumors - Luzardo has a 30.4% strikeout rate, 7.2% walk rate, and 48.3% ground ball rate this season.

[5:30pm] - MLB Trade Rumors - Luzardo has been credited with 5.5 wins above replacement this year, ranking fourth in the National League.

[4:35pm] - MLB Trade Rumors - Luzardo has a 2.87 earned run average across 29 starts this season.

MLB Trade Rumors - Jesús Luzardo has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left shoulder inflammation, retroactive to September 12.

The New York Times - Luzardo stated, “I told them I don’t feel comfortable throwing,” regarding his shoulder injury.

NBC Sports Philadelphia - Luzardo ranks third in the National League in innings pitched (178 2/3) and seventh in ERA (2.87).

NBC Sports Philadelphia - Luzardo has a 1.70 ERA in 16 starts since June 10, leading the majors during that span.

WHERE:

The New York Times - Nationals Park, Washington

NBC Sports Philadelphia - Atlanta, New York

WHEN:

[4:35pm] - MLB Trade Rumors - The playoffs start two days after the regular season ends.

MLB Trade Rumors - Luzardo is eligible to return on September 27, the last day of the regular season.

The New York Times - The Wild Card Series begins two days after the regular season ends.

NBC Sports Philadelphia - Luzardo's last start was on Labor Day, where he pitched a complete-game shutout.

WHY:

[4:35pm] - MLB Trade Rumors - Luzardo's timeline for recovery is broadly uncertain, but the Phillies hope he can make a playoff appearance.

MLB Trade Rumors - Luzardo was scratched from his most recent start due to stiffness in his throwing shoulder.

The New York Times - Luzardo expressed concern about not being at his best for the team during a critical part of the season.

HOW:

[4:35pm] - MLB Trade Rumors - The Phillies may do a bullpen game soon, possibly on Friday.

MLB Trade Rumors - Luzardo underwent an MRI that showed no structural damage in his shoulder.

The New York Times - Luzardo will continue daily treatment and will not receive an injection for the inflammation.

NBC Sports Philadelphia - The Phillies recalled reliever Kyle Backhus to replace Luzardo on the roster.

The Phillies have announced that lefty Kyle Backhus has been recalled to replace Luzardo, who has been a standout this season with a 30.4% strikeout rate and a 2.87 earned run average over 29 starts. Luzardo has also contributed significantly to the team with 5.5 wins above replacement, ranking fourth in the National League, although his timeline for recovery remains uncertain as the playoffs approach. With the regular season ending soon, the Phillies are considering a bullpen game as early as Friday, hoping Luzardo might still make an appearance in the postseason.