Phillies' Realmuto Injured, Stubbs Called Up

0:00On April 23rd, the Philadelphia Phillies are off to a rough start in the 2026 MLB season, with their offense hitting historic lows. Catcher, JT. Rahmouto just got placed on the 15-day injure list due to lower back tightness, dealing another blow to a lineup that's struggling to score. Rahmouto have been managing the back issue all season, missing a few games before returning briefly. In his last start against the Chicago Cubs on April 21st, he went zero for four, and the team decided more rest was needed. So far, he's batting 259 with a 344 on base and 352 slugging in 61 plate appearances, including two doubles, and one homer. Even with those modest numbers, Rahmouto has been one of the brighter spots in the Phillies' week offense this year. Fans are frustrated, knowing his power has dipped for four straight seasons, but he's out-produced most teammates at the plate. To fill the gap, Garrett Stubbs got called up from Triple A Lehigh Valley, and he'll share catching duties with Rafael Marchan

1:01until Rahmouto heals. This marks the seven Phillies' player on the injured list already, including Starter Zach Wheeler, who's yet to pitch, and relievers like Jose, Alvarado, Zach Pop, Jonathan Bolin, and Closer Joanne Durran. Injuries are piling up fast for Phillie, turning what should be a strong squad into a squad fighting just to stay afloat early on. MLB News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on the diamond.