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Ryan Howard 1B PHI

30 Days Philadelphia Phillies Comment

Ryan Howard (groin) is out of Saturday's lineup again against the Cardinals.

It's the second straight game Howard has missed, but the injury isn't believed to be a major concern. John Mayberry will replace him at first base Saturday, while Domonic Brown has returned to the lineup in left field.

Ryan Howard 1B PHI

1 Month Philadelphia Phillies Comment

Ryan Howard is out of Friday's lineup against the Cardinals due to groin soreness.

Howard is available to pinch-hit, so it doesn't sound like a major concern. Consider him day-to-day for now. Kevin Frandsen will start in his place at first base Friday.

Ryan Howard 1B PHI

1 Month Philadelphia Phillies Comment

Ryan Howard is not in the Phillies' lineup Friday.

Howard looked a little gimpy during Thursday's game and was removed late for a pinch-runner, though the Phillies haven't said anything about him being injured. With lefty Jaime Garcia pitching for the Cardinals, it's a good time to get him some rest regardless. Kevin Frandsen is starting at first base.

Ryan Howard 1B PHI

1 Month Philadelphia Phillies Comment

Ryan Howard went 3-for-4 with a run scored in Sunday's win over the Marlins.

The Phillies' other run came on a Laynce Nix solo home run, but that's all the Phillies needed to beat the Marlins and their woeful lineup. After a slow start at the dish, Howard now has his average up to .277, though he's gone deep just once after hitting seven longballs during spring training.

Ryan Howard 1B PHI

1 Month Philadelphia Phillies Comment

Ryan Howard went 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles and a run scored, helping to lead the Phillies to a 3-1 victory over the Marlins on Friday.

After a very slow start to the season, Howard now has two consecutive multi-hit games to his credit. He only has one homer and five RBI through his first 10 games, but those numbers will assuredly improve as the season goes on.

Ryan Howard 1B PHI

1 Month Philadelphia Phillies Comment

Ryan Howard saw his average drop to .148 (4-for-27) after going 0-for-3 with a sac fly in Monday's game.

Howard had a terrific spring, hitting .322/.351/.621 with seven homers in 87 at-bats, so the bad week to open the season isn't all that much of a concern. He's not what he was, but he's still a pretty good bet for 30 homers and 100 RBI.

Ryan Howard 1B PHI

3 Months Philadelphia Phillies Comment

Ryan Howard doubled twice and knocked in a run versus the Tigers on Sunday.

Everyone seems to think that Howard is moving around much better on his Achilles' tendon this spring. That might not mean a lot in the batter's box, but it's definitely better for the Phillies if he's less of a liability at first base and on the basepaths.