Didi Gregorius SS FA Wed 4/7/21 1:48 AM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 8-4 loss to the Mets.
EDGE Analysis
The shortstop took Marcus Stroman deep in the fourth inning to get the Phillies on the board. It was Gregorius' first homer of the year and the blast extended his season-opening hit streak to five games. After launching 26 homers in 142 contests over two shortened campaigns in 2019 and 2020, he's looking to take a run this season at the career-high 27 he slugged in 2018.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Sat 3/20/21 9:49 AM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius (head) is starting Saturday's spring game against the Blue Jays.
EDGE Analysis
Gregorius has been sidelined since he was hit in the head by a pitch against Toronto on Tuesday. However, Gregorius wasn't diagnosed with a concussion and will return to the lineup Saturday, batting fifth and playing shortstop. Barring any setbacks, the 31-year-old should be on time as he still has roughly two weeks to prepare for Opening Day.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Fri 3/19/21 5:34 PM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius (head) could return Saturday if his evaluation goes well Saturday, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Gregorius was hit in the head by a pitch Tuesday against the Blue Jays. If the evaluation reveals a concussion, Gregorius could be at risk of missing Opening Day, but he could be cleared to return right away if that's not the case. If he does wind up missing time, Jean Segura would be the top candidate to play shortstop, with Scott Kingery filling in at second base.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Wed 3/17/21 4:23 PM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Manager Joe Girardi said Gregorius (head) is scheduled to be re-evaluated Friday, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Phillies haven't confirmed that Gregorius suffered a concussion when he was struck in the back of the helmet with a pitch in Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays, but the fact that he'll require further examination heading into the weekend isn't the most reassuring sign. Once the re-evaluation is completed, the Phillies should provide more definitive word on the severity of Gregrious' head injury, but for now, he can be viewed as day-to-day. Scott Kingery or Jean Segura would likely be the next men up at shortstop if Gregorius isn't ready for Opening Day.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Tue 3/16/21 2:55 PM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius left Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays after getting hit in the back of the helmet with a pitch, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Gregorius initially remained in the game, which could be a positive sign, but he later left the dugout with a team trainer. If he suffered an injury serious enough to cost him regular-season action, Jean Segura would likely slide back to shortstop, opening up second base for Scott Kingery.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Mon 3/1/21 4:25 PM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius should get into game action by the end of the week, Matt Breen of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Gregorius' arrival was slightly delayed by visa issues, but those have since been resolved. While his Grapefruit League debut has been slightly delayed, he still has more than enough time to get up to speed by Opening Day.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Thu 2/25/21 1:09 PM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius' visa issues have been resolved, and he's expected to go through intake testing Friday, Matt Breen of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Gregorius was part of a large group of players around the league who faced delays getting back into the country for camp. He's expected to be on the field within the next few days, giving him plenty of time to ramp up for Opening Day.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Mon 2/22/21 2:27 PM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius is in the process of resolving visa issues and wasn't in attendance Monday for the Phillies' workout, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Gregorius was one of eight Phillies position players who didn't report to camp for the start of workouts, with many being delayed due to travel-related reasons. Once he resolves his immigration status and arrives in Florida, Gregorius will have to complete a mandatory quarantine before reporting to the Phillies' spring training facility. Assuming he's able to join the team for workouts by at least mid-March, Gregorius should have enough time to gear up for the Phillies' April 1 season opener versus the Braves.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Sat 1/30/21 11:32 AM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius agreed to a two-year, $28 million contract with the Phillies on Saturday, Jayson Stark of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Gregorius drew interest from several clubs in free agency, but he'll ultimately return to the Phillies on a two-year pact. The 30-year-old should reclaim his job as the starting shortstop in Philadelphia after slashing .284/.339/.488 with 10 home runs and 40 RBI while appearing in all 60 games during the 2020 season.
Didi Gregorius SS FA Thu 10/22/20 9:19 PM
Didi Gregorius
SS FA
Gregorius is drawing early interest from the Angels ahead of free agency, George A. King of the New York Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
The 30-year-old shortstop seems to be a natural fit for the Angels with Andrelton Simmons also heading for free agency and the club perhaps looking to add another left-handed bat to a currently righty-heavy lineup. Gregorius slashed .284/.339/.488 with 10 homers across 237 plate appearances with the Phillies during the abbreviated 2020 season.