Phillies Moving Taijuan Walker Back To Rotation

Walker To Start On Tuesday

The Philadelphia Phillies are moving Taijuan Walker back to the rotation, according to manager Rob Thomson. Walker will start on Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs.

Walker has been out of the rotation since June 20th due to a shoulder injury. He has made two rehab starts in the minors, allowing one run on five hits in 4 1/3 innings.

The Phillies have struggled with their starting pitching this season. They have a 4.55 ERA, which is 15th in the National League. Walker has a 3.09 ERA in 13 starts this season.

Phillies Hope Walker Can Bolster Rotation

The Phillies are hoping that Walker can bolster their rotation. He has been one of their most consistent starters this season. He has allowed three or fewer runs in 10 of his 13 starts.

The Phillies are currently 48-46, which is third place in the National League East. They are 4 1/2 games behind the New York Mets.

The Phillies have a tough schedule coming up. They play the Cubs, Dodgers, and Braves in their next 10 games.