David Phelps Stats

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher David Phelps (lat) was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday with a right lat strain, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Phelps exited the game prior to the eighth inning after feeling a "pang" while warming up for the inning. In a corresponding move, the Blue Jays activated Hyun-Jin Ryu from the injured list to start Thursday's game. He has been one of the better options in SV/HLD formats this season, with five holds in 11 appearances, while posting a 0.87 ERA with 15 strikeouts in 10 1/3 innings of work.

5 months ago

The Toronto Blue Jays placed right-hander David Phelps (lat) on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with a right lat strain. Phelps had to leave after feeling pain while warming up after entering to pitch the eighth inning in the win on Wednesday over the Oakland Athletics. In a corresponding move, the team activated starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu (gluteus) from the 10-day injured list, and the left-hander will make the start on Thursday against the A's. There is no timetable for Phelps' return, and given the nature of his ailment, don't be surprised if he's not back when his 10 days are up. The 34-year-old has been solid in relief for Toronto this year, allowing just an earned run while striking out 15 and walking four in 10 1/3 innings over 11 appearances.

5 months ago

Toronto Blue Jays reliever David Phelps will serve as the opener on Friday night against the Los Angeles Angels. Young starter T.J. Zeuch, who was originally expected to begin the game, will likely follow Phelps. The veteran reliever has already appeared in four games this season and has yet to allow an earned run in four innings. Given the limited stamina shown to date, Phelps isn't likely to go more than two innings. Last season, he appeared in 22 games all in relief and posted a 6.53 ERA with a K-BB of 31-5 in 20.2 innings. It's possible that manager Charlie Montoyo is looking to limit Zeuch's exposure to the Angels' big hitters at the top of the lineup.

over 6 months ago