Thanks to a postgame Zoom slip-up from Jean Segura, the outside world knows that J.T. Realmuto is dealing with a shoulder issue. He and manager Joe Girardi downplayed the severity of the injury to the media before Saturday’s game. The plan is to have Realmuto play first base on Sunday.
The Phillies’ catching options are short at the moment with Andrew Knapp out for a minimum of 10 days after testing positive for COVID-19. It could become worse if Realmuto’s shoulder soreness intensifies and he has to go on the injured list.