UPDATE: Philadelphia Phillies closer Jhoan Duran has declared himself “100 percent” healthy just one day after a concerning incident in which he took a line drive off his right ankle during a game against the Washington Nationals. Duran exited the game on July 28, 2023, following the injury but has assured fans that he feels “normal, like nothing happened.”
In a remarkable turnaround, Duran, who has recorded four saves in five scoreless appearances since joining the Phillies from Minnesota, reported no lingering effects from the injury. He was struck by a leadoff shot from Paul DeJong in the ninth inning of the Phillies’ 6-2 victory on Friday. After limping off the field, Duran was taken to the locker room via the Nationals’ bullpen cart, raising immediate concerns about his availability for upcoming games.
Manager Rob Thomson provided an encouraging update, confirming that X-rays taken on Friday were negative. “He’s good to go,” Thomson stated on July 29, as Duran showed no signs of distress while walking out to the bus after the game. “He actually walked out to the bus pretty good, and then he came in normal.”
Moreover, the Phillies are set to activate third baseman Alec Bohm on Sunday, July 30, after he spent time on the injured list due to a fractured left rib. Bohm is batting .278 with eight home runs and 42 RBIs, and his return will be a significant boost for the team as they head into a critical stretch of the season.
Fans and teammates alike are relieved as Duran’s swift recovery ensures that the Phillies keep their momentum going in the playoff race. As the team prepares for their next matchup, all eyes will be on Duran and Bohm as they look to contribute to the Phillies’ success in the coming days.
Stay tuned for more updates on player health and team performance as we approach the final stretch of the season.
