The Philadelphia Phillies announced a positive update on outfielder Brandon Marsh, who is on the 10-day injured list with a hamstring strain.
The team’s official X account posted this:
OF Brandon Marsh will begin a rehab assignment tonight with Lehigh Valley (AAA).
OF Brandon Marsh will begin a rehab assignment tonight with Lehigh Valley (AAA).
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) April 24, 2025
Marsh, who has developed into a fan-favorite for his scintillating speed and long hair, and beard, is eligible to return from the IL on Sunday.
His health is the most important factor to monitor, but time in Lehigh Valley will also provide him with an opportunity to rediscover his swing.
The 27-year-old has never been known for his offense, but he has been anemic in 2025.
Marsh is batting just .095 with a .387 OPS and an 11 OPS+, with one extra base hit (a home run), zero stolen bases, and a 16-to-7 strikeout-to-walk ratio.
Marsh should have every opportunity to play against righties once he returns, but Johan Rojas is knocking on the door in center. Rojas, another terrific defender, has looked phenomenal at the plate. Through 41 at-bats, the third-year outfielder has a .317 batting average, a .729 OPS, and a 106 OPS+.
He does not have much pop, and that average is helped in part because of a small sample size, but he is still making it difficult for manager Rob Thomson to leave him on the bench.
The left-handed hitting Marsh and right-handed hitting Rojas should continue their platoon, but if Marsh does not up his numbers, Rojas could assume full-time responsibilities in center.
For now, best of luck to Marsh during his rehab stint, and hopefully, he can make a speedy recovery.
