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Bryce Harper Arrives at Spring Training, Gives Update on Injury and Upcoming Season

Philadelphia Phillies superstar Bryce Harper arrived at camp on Thursday and updated the media on his surgery recovery, the timeline for his return, and more.
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Bryce Harper Arrives at Spring Training, Gives Update on Injury and Upcoming Season
Bryce Harper Arrives at Spring Training, Gives Update on Injury and Upcoming Season

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Bryce Harper arrived at the Philadelphia Phillies spring training complex on Thursday as he continues to rehab following Tommy John surgery on his elbow. 

The big question continues to linger: "when will he be ready to play again and in what capacity?"

Speaking with the media, Harper gave an update on his recovery and potential return to the lineup, however remained cautious on any timetables.

“We’re not going to rush,” Harper said. “I could be after [the All-Star break]. I could be before … (But) we’re going to be smart about it.”

It does appear that Harper will be limited to just DH duties upon his return, a position he used to not agree with but now appreciates. 

“I was so against it, right? I’m all about it,” he said. “I love doing it, too.”

As far as right field goes, don't hold your breath.

“I don’t think we’re going to rush back to the throwing part.”

The theme of the day was "don't rush it." That is exactly what Harper and the Phillies will do. Once he returns to the lineup they want him to stay there. His presence is felt throughout the clubhouse and roster. Getting him back 100-percent healthy is the ultimate goal.

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Kade Kistner
KADE KISTNER

Kade Kistner is the publisher and beat writer for Sports Illustrated's Inside the Phillies. An alumnus of Tulane University, Kade graduated in 2017 with a degree in Latin American Studies and a minor in Spanish. Upon graduation, Kade commissioned into the United States Navy and attended Naval Flight School in Pensacola, Fl. He served as a Naval Aviator and was stationed in Jacksonville, Fl.  During his time in school and the Navy, Kade began covering the MLB and NFL with USA Today, SB Nation, and Sports Illustrated.  Kade covered the New Orleans Saints, Texas Rangers, and numerous other teams within the Sports Illustrated network before launching Inside the Phillies, Inside the Astros, and Inside the Cubs. You can follow him on Twitter at @KadeKistner, or if you have any questions or comments he can be reached via email at kwkistner@gmail.com.

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