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Bryce Harper has mild elbow strain, will remain as DH for next few games

The Philadelphia Phillies’ DH role figured to be somewhat of a revolving door throughout the 2022 season, but that position will remain relatively consistent for at least the next several games.

Bryce Harper will spend some more time as a DH. (John Jones/Icon Sportswire)

An MRI on Bryce Harper’s right elbow has revealed a mild strain, NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Jim Salisbury first reported on Friday. Harper won’t throw again until Tuesday, but because the injury doesn’t affect him at the plate, he’ll slot in as the DH for the time being.