NEW YORK — The Phillies could have summoned another outfielder to replace Howie Kendrick on the active roster, but instead opted for a reliever. That means a combination of Daniel Nava, Aaron Altherr and Brock Stassi will fill left field for the next week, until Kendrick is eligible to return.
"There's no plan to get another player here right now," Phillies manager Pete Mackanin said after Tuesday's 6-2 win over the Mets.
That means the Phillies will carry eight relievers and play with a short bench. Mackanin sees it as a good fit, for now.