Outfielder and future first baseman Bryce Harper has reportedly been cleared to return to the Philadelphia Phillies a mere 159 days after he underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow.
Only 159 days after Tommy John surgery, two-time MVP Bryce Harper has been cleared to play by the Philadelphia Phillies, sources tell ESPN. A remarkable recovery, shattering expectations he’d return in July. He's expected to be in the lineup starting at designated hitter Tuesday.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) May 1, 2023
The Phillies told the media Sunday that Harper would be examined by Dr.