Philadelphia Phillies lefty Jose Alvarado (elbow) is scheduled to throw live batting practice on Wednesday, according to MLB.com. Manager Rob Thompson told reporters that if everything goes well, the 28-year-old will almost be ready to begin a rehab assignment. Alvarado was enjoying the best numbers of his career before going down with elbow inflammation and hitting the injured list on May 10. Over 14.1 innings, the southpaw posted a 0.63 ERA, 0.63 WHIP, and 46.2% strikeout rate and had yet to ...

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado (elbow) didn't throw in the bullpen on Saturday as planned, citing "soreness." Instead, he played catch. The left-hander has been on the shelf since May 10 after posting a 0.63 ERA and five saves in seven tries this season. Hopefully, the latest update isn't anything too serious, and he will continue working toward a return as planned.

Philadelphia Phillies left-handed reliever Jose Alvarado (elbow) threw a flat-ground bullpen session on Monday, and if he feels OK, he will throw a regular bullpen session on Wednesday. He will throw a second bullpen at some point before facing hitters. The 28-year-old will also require a minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining the Phillies' bullpen. It's unclear if that will come before the end of the team's three-city, 10-game road trip that ends on June 4 in D.C. Alvarado was put on ...

Philadelphia Phillies left-handed reliever Jose Alvarado (elbow) could begin throwing before the end of the team's six-game road trip on May 17 in San Francisco. Alvarado landed on the injured list on May 10 after having posted a 0.63 ERA in 14 relief outings this year and recording five saves in seven chances. He signed a three-year, $22 million contract extension last offseason and had struck out 24 hitters without giving up a walk in 14 1/3 innings. When Alvarado is back, he should continue ...

We are at the midpoint in May. Is it time for you to start screaming "MAYDAY, MAYDAY" about your fantasy team? It seems like it is for some major league teams like the Mets and Cardinals. Injuries have taken their toll on both of those teams, but that is what could happen when you roster older players or injury-prone players.If you add that together with players who are underperforming, the results could be disastrous. If this sounds like your fantasy team, you may not be alone. However, it is ...

Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Jose Alvarado's (elbow) MRI exam looked good and only showed inflammation, according to manager Rob Thomson. He will be shut down for a few days and the Phillies will take it slow with him after he landed on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday. It's great news for the 27-year-old southpaw closer, but it doesn't mean he'll be back when he's eligible to return. Fantasy managers need to keep him stashed in all formats, as he had five saves and was one of the best...

Philadelphia Phillies closer Jose Alvarado (elbow), who went on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday with left-elbow inflammation, had an MRI exam and is seeing a doctor to review it. A lot is unknown right now about his condition, but the Phillies hope to gain some more clarity later on Wednesday. "I'm a little concerned, for sure," manager Rob Thomson said. The 27-year-old southpaw could be looking at an extended absence, which would obviously be terrible news for the Phillies and fantasy ...

The Philadelphia Phillies placed left-hander Jose Alvarado (elbow) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to May 8) with left-elbow inflammation on Wednesday and reinstated right-hander Andrew Bellatti (triceps) from the 15-day injured list in a corresponding move. The Phils announced that Alvarado wasn't available to pitch on Tuesday due to left-wrist tightness, but apparently he's now dealing with an elbow issue. The 27-year-old southpaw reliever will now miss at least the next two weeks, ...

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado (wrist) was unavailable for Tuesday's contest against the Toronto Blue Jays, as he's experiencing tightness in his left wrist, according to MLB.com. However, the 27-year-old isn't concerned and told reporters that he hopes to pitch Wednesday if the club needs him. Alvarado has enjoyed his best season so far in a Major League uniform, posting a 1.88 ERA, 46.2% strikeout rate, 0.70 WHIP, and has yet to walk anyone over 14.1 innings. The success has led...

Philadelphia Phillies closer Jose Alvarado logged his fifth save of the season, beating the Astros 3-1 Friday. He effortlessly retired the side with just 14 pitches and added two more strikeouts to his impressive season total. The left-handed pitcher has faced 43 batters so far this season and has managed to strike out 24. With a remarkable 0.73 ERA across 12 appearances, Alvarado is poised to be a valuable asset for fantasy leagues this season.