Prior to Monday’s game against the Houston Astros, left-handed pitcher José Alvarado was placed on the restricted list. The Phillies are calling it a “personal matter.” Right-handed pitcher Michael Mercado was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take his spot on the 26-man roster.
Alvarado was in the Phillies clubhouse on Monday afternoon.
Earlier in the afternoon, the Phillies recalled infielder Buddy Kennedy and right-handed pitcher Max Lazar from Triple-A Lehigh Valley. To make room on the roster for both players, left-handed pitcher Kolby Allard was optioned and Weston Wilson was placed on the paternity list.
We’ll have more on this story as more information is available.