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May 30 2025Phillips (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery Wednesday, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has been on the injured list since early May due to inflammation in his elbow. He attempted to play catch following a two-week shutdown but didn't respond well, and the 30-year-old righty will now go under the knife to address the issue. The procedure will put an early end to his 2025 campaign after 5.2 shutout innings, and he's likely to miss the vast majority of 2026 as well.
May 29 2025The Dodgers transferred Phillips (elbow) to the 60-day injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was originally supposed to be shut down from throwing for two weeks after landing on the injured list May 7 with elbow inflammation, but it's now been three weeks, and the right-hander still has yet to start a throwing program. With no return timeline in place, the 30-year-old will give up his spot on the 40-man roster for the newly acquired Alexis Diaz. Phillips is now ineligible to return from the IL until July 6.
May 25 2025Phillips (elbow) hasn't started a throwing progression yet, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was placed on the 15-day injured list with right forearm discomfort May 7, which was attributed to inflammation in his elbow. The right-hander was initially supposed to be shut down from throwing for two weeks, but he's yet to begin a throwing program. Manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that "it's starting to get a little concerning" that Phillips hasn't begun throwing yet. The relief pitcher appears to be multiple weeks away from returning to action, and he may end up having to be re-evaluated in the near future.
May 9 2025Manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Phillips will be shut down from throwing for two weeks after MRI results revealed inflammation in his right elbow, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips landed on the injured list Wednesday due to discomfort in his forearm, and it now seems like he's due for another extended stay on the IL after being sidelined for the first month of the year due to an injured shoulder. A timeline for the 30-year-old's return may emerge once he's cleared to begin throwing.
May 7 2025The Dodgers placed Phillips on the 15-day injured list Wednesday due to right forearm discomfort, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander made his season debut in mid-April after missing the first few weeks of the campaign due to a shoulder strain, but he's headed back to the IL after just seven appearances. It's unclear when the forearm issue surfaced for Phillips, but he was pitching well with four hits allowed and a 6:2 K:BB across 5.2 scoreless innings. He'll be eligible to be reinstated May 21 but could require a longer absence given the nature of the injury.
May 2 2025Phillips picked up the save in Friday's 2-1 win over Atlanta after working around one walk in a scoreless ninth inning. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In a somewhat interesting development, left-handed closer Tanner Scott was called upon to retire the bottom part of Atlanta's lineup, which included two right-handed batters, in the eighth inning for a hold. Phillips then replaced him in the ninth after a rain delay with the daunting task of putting out Austin Riley, Marcell Ozuna and Matt Olson, the last of whom drew a walk to get the possible tying run aboard before Phillips got Sean Murphy to ground out. It was the first save opportunity of the season for Phillips, who is now up to 4.2 scoreless innings with a 6:2 K:BB in six appearances this year.
Apr 19 2025The Dodgers activated Phillips (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was expected to return from the injured list next week, but he will rejoin the Dodgers on Saturday after Blake Treinen (forearm) was placed on the IL in a corresponding move. Phillips has not pitched since Game 6 of the NLCS against the Mets in October due to a right shoulder strain, but he's appeared in six rehab games with Triple-A Oklahoma City and has been cleared to return to the majors. Across those six rehab outings, Phillips registered a 6.35 ERA, 1.92 WHIP and 9:1 K:BB across 5.2 innings.
Apr 18 2025Phillips (shoulder) is expected to return to the Dodgers' lineup during their series against the Cubs starting April 22, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has been battling through a right shoulder strain since October, which prevented him from being on the Dodgers' World Series roster. He started the season on the 15-day injured list and embarked on his rehab assignment Triple-A Oklahoma City on April 3, where he has allowed six runs (four earned) on nine hits and one walk while striking out nine across 5.2 innings. Barring any setbacks, Phillips should return to the Dodgers' bullpen next week.
Apr 16 2025Phillips (shoulder) struck out a batter and allowed one hit in a scoreless inning of relief during his rehab appearance Wednesday with Triple-A Oklahoma City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips made the sixth appearance of his rehab assignment, and perhaps most notably, he pitched on consecutive days for the first time during his assignment. He was roughed up for two runs on three hits over one inning Tuesday, but Phillips was much sharper Wednesday in a high-leverage spot. He entered the game with two runners on and no outs, but after striking out a batter and then allowing a single to load the bases, he induced a game-ending double play to secure the save. Provided that the Dodgers are satisfied with the condition on his shoulder coming out of Wednesday's appearance, Phillips could be activated from the 15-day injured list this weekend to make his season debut for the big club.
Apr 15 2025Phillips (shoulder) allowed two runs on three hits while striking out two batters in one inning during a rehab outing with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Phillips struggled Tuesday, he also had some bad fortune, as one of the hits he allowed was a grounder off the end of the bat and another was a soft liner over the head of the first baseman. Still, it's been a rough rehab stint so far for Phillips, as he has a 7.71 ERA across five appearances covering 4.2 frames. The Dodgers will likely be more focused on Phillips' strong 8:1 K:BB so far, though, and it wouldn't be surprising if the veteran reliever is activated off the IL in the near future.
Apr 3 2025Phillips (shoulder) allowed one run on one hit and one walk over one inning while striking out one batter in a rehab appearance with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips kicked off a minor-league rehab stint after being slow-played during spring training as he rehabs from a torn muscle in his rotator cuff. The righty reliever reached 94 mph on the radar gun with his fastball Thursday and completed one inning of work. It's not yet clear how long Phillips will spend with Oklahoma City, but he could be ready to make his regular-season debut with the big club in mid-to-late April.
Mar 29 2025Phillips (shoulder) faced live hitters at Dodger Stadium on Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Friday marked the fourth time Phillips has pitched to hitters after he got a late start to spring training while battling a shoulder injury that kept him out of the World Series last year. The veteran reliever is currently on the injured list, but given his progress, he could be ready to join the big-league bullpen when first eligible April 11. Phillips led the Dodgers in saves during each of the past two regular seasons but is unlikely to receive more than an occasional save chance this year with Tanner Scott now in the fold and Kirby Yates, Michael Kopech (shoulder) and Blake Treinen all having experience pitching in the ninth inning as well.
Mar 26 2025Phillips (shoulder) has resumed throwing bullpen sessions, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips is recovering from a torn muscle in his rotator cuff that dates back to the postseason last year. The right-hander was slow-played during spring training and was placed on the 15-day injured list in mid-March. Phillips worked as the Dodgers' closer for much of the past two seasons, but he's likely to take on a middle-relief role upon his return in 2025.
Mar 17 2025Phillips (shoulder) was placed on the 15-day injured list Monday, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips isn't expected to be ready for a return from a right shoulder injury until the first or second week of April, and the team has decided a stint on the injured list is in the team's best interest to begin the 2025 regular season. A timetable for his return should come into focus as he gains clearance to face live hitters
Mar 5 2025Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Wednesday that Phillips (shoulder) could be active by the first or second week of April, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has been slow-played this spring as he comes back from a right shoulder injury, but Roberts was impressed with how the reliever looked during his most recent bullpen session. While a stint on the injured list is in the offing, Phillips' absence might be brief. The former closer could be looking at more of a middle-relief role this season as part of a loaded Dodgers bullpen.
Feb 27 2025Phillips (shoulder) threw his third bullpen session of spring training Thursday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has already ruled himself out for the Dodgers' first two games of the season March 18 and 19 in Tokyo versus the Cubs, but the right-handed reliever may still have a chance of being ready to go for the March 27 domestic opener versus the Tigers if he experiences no setbacks during the ramp-up process. Though he led the Dodgers with 18 saves in 2024, Phillips will likely find himself at least a couple rungs lower in the bullpen pecking order during the upcoming season after Los Angeles added two other pitchers with more closing experience (Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates) in free agency.
Feb 22 2025Manager Dave Roberts said Saturday that Phillips (shoulder) being ready for Opening Day is in doubt, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips' shoulder problems date back to last year's postseason, as a torn rotator cuff prevented him from playing in the World Series. He's gotten back to throwing off a mound since the start of spring training, but he has already been ruled out for Los Angeles' two-game series against the Cubs in Tokyo.
Feb 21 2025Phillips (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Friday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It will be his first this spring, as Phillips is still working his way back from a right shoulder injury that kept him out of last year's World Series. While he has already been ruled out for the Dodgers' two-game series in Tokyo versus the Cubs from March 18 to 19, it's not clear whether he might have a chance to be ready for their domestic opener on March 27.
Feb 11 2025Phillips is unlikely to be ready for Opening Day due to the shoulder injury that kept him out of the 2024 World Series, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was originally held out of the World Series due to "arm fatigue," but it was revealed Tuesday that he suffered a tear in his rotator cuff during the NLCS. The 30-year-old reliever received a platelet-rich plasma injection in his shoulder in November and wasn't able to start a throwing program until January. It's unclear how far behind schedule Phillips is, but there's a growing chance he will begin the regular season on the injured list.
Jan 9 2025The Dodgers and Phillips avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $6.1 million contract Thursday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips' ERA rose to 3.62 this season for the Dodgers, but he still boasted a 63:17 K:BB across 54.2 innings. The right-handed reliever was left off the team's World Series roster due to arm fatigue but is expected to be fine for spring training.
Dec 3 2024President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said Tuesday that Phillips (arm/shoulder) is feeling "fine" and should be ready to go for spring training, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips dealt with arm fatigue during Game 6 of the NLCS and was left off the Dodgers' World Series roster as a result. He hasn't started up a throwing program since then, but it appears the team isn't concerned about his availability for the start of spring training and Opening Day. The 30-year-old righty turned in a 3.62 ERA and 1.19 WHIP across 54.2 innings in 2024 -- his worst regular-season line since joining the Dodgers in 2021 -- but he figures to continue seeing regular high-leverage opportunities in 2025.
Oct 25 2024Phillips (arm) is not on the Dodgers' World Series roster, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips revealed Thursday that he dealt with arm fatigue during his NLCS Game 6 appearance. While he said at the time he expected to be on the World Series roster, the Dodgers ultimately opted to leave him off. Phillips had made five scoreless appearances this postseason.
Aug 31 2024Phillips pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in Saturday's 8-6 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was sharp in August, allowing two runs (one earned) over 12.1 innings while posting a 20:1 K:BB across 14 appearances. He picked up three saves, four holds, one blown save and one win, as the Dodgers have stuck with a committee approach to closing duties after Phillips' rough July. Overall, he has a 3.22 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 55:12 K:BB with 18 saves in 21 chances and six holds over 44.2 innings this season.
Aug 30 2024Phillips picked up the save over Baltimore on Thursday, striking out two over a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips hit Cedric Mullins with a pitch to start off the ninth after entering the contest to protect a three-run lead. However, the right-hander was able to retire the next three batters, two by way of strikeout, to secure his 17th save of the campaign. Phillips had blown three of his last five save opportunities, but he carries a sharp 0.79 ERA in August to go along with a highly impressive 20:1 K:BB. He's also recorded multiple strikeouts in three straight appearances.
Aug 25 2024Phillips blew a save opportunity against Tampa Bay on Saturday, allowing one run one hit while striking out three batters over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered in the ninth inning with the Dodgers up by one run and served up a game-tying solo shot to the first batter he faced (Junior Caminero). Though Phillips bounced back to strike out the next three hitters, it was nonetheless a missed opportunity for the All-Star reliever as he seeks to reestablish himself as the Dodgers' primary closer. The right-hander lost his ninth-inning role after a rough stretch from late June to late July during which he posted an 11.42 ERA and blew two saves over 11 appearances spanning 8.2 innings. Phillips has rebounded in August, as he entered Saturday with 8.1 scoreless frames and a 13:1 K:BB through 10 outings, and he notched his first save in nearly a month Aug. 19 versus Seattle. It's unclear how much Saturday's blown save will impact his opportunities for saves moving forward, but it's likely that Los Angeles will continue to distribute such chances to a variety of relievers, including Michael Kopech and Daniel Hudson in addition to Phillips.
Aug 19 2024Phillips struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the save in Monday's 3-0 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was far from a nervy outing, as Phillips threw nine of 13 pitches for strikes to earn his first save since July 23. All three of Phillips, Daniel Hudson and Michael Kopech had pitched Sunday, so it's noteworthy Phillips got the save chance here against the top of the Mariners' order. For the season, he has 16 saves in 18 opportunities along with a 3.40 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 47:12 K:BB through 39.2 innings. The Dodgers' have a bevy of high-leverage options, so don't expect Phillips to be a full-time closer even if he gets more looks going forward than he did over the last month.
Jul 24 2024Phillips earned a one-out save in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Giants after walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered the game in relief of Alex Vesia to face Jorge Soler with the Dodgers up 5-2. Phillips would go on to walk Soler on four pitches before eventually getting LaMonte Wade to ground out to end the game. While Phillips picked up his first save since July 5, he still looked shaky on the mound and now has three walks while only picking up two outs over his last two appearances. He's now up to 15 saves on the year to accompany a 3.73 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 34:11 K:BB in 31.1 innings.
Jul 22 2024Manager Dave Roberts stated Monday that the club could deploy Phillips from the seventh inning on, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Roberts didn't explicitly say that Phillips is no longer the closer, but his struggles over the last three weeks or so can't be ignored, especially with Daniel Hudson proving that he's capable of getting the job done. The Dodgers will likely choose Phillips' spots carefully going forward in an effort to build his confidence back up. The right-hander has now allowed at least one run in four of his last five appearances.
Jul 20 2024Phillips wasn't used in the ninth inning with the Dodgers holding a 4-1 lead over Boston on Friday, and Daniel Hudson instead closed out the contest to earn a save. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered Friday having squandered his last two save opportunities and holding a 7.50 ERA over his past six appearances dating back to June 30. He's been seeing more work outside the ninth inning over the past month, though those instances have largely been in high-leverage situations in which Phillips faced the opponent's top hitters. It's important to note, however, that the right-hander has struggled against lefties this season -- they've posted a .961 OPS against him, and all four of the homers Phillips has given up have come against left-handed hitters. That likely explains Phillips' absence in the ninth Friday, as all three of Boston's batters in the frame were lefties. Phillips should still be considered the top closing option for Los Angeles, but it's becoming increasingly clear that other relievers will also get save chances for the team depending on the situation.
Jul 13 2024Phillips blew a save in Saturday's 11-9 extra-inning loss to the Tigers, allowing two runs on three hits while striking out one in the ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was called upon to protect a 9-6 lead with a runner on second and no outs in the ninth inning, but he allowed the Tigers to tie the game on an RBI single and a two-run home run. The righty has struggled in July, yielding four earned runs and blowing two saves in five appearances while not always working the ninth inning. On the year, he is 14-for-16 in save chances with a 2.73 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 32:8 K:BB across 29.2 innings.
Jul 7 2024Phillips (2-0) was charged with a blown save and earned the win against Milwaukee on Saturday. He allowed one run on one hit while striking out one batter over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Dodgers up 3-2 in the top of the eighth frame, manager Dave Roberts elected to call upon Phillips to face the heart of the Brewers order. The right-hander couldn't protect the lead, giving up a one-out solo homer to Christian Yelich. Phillips did get credited for the win, however, as a result of Los Angeles tallying two runs in the bottom of the frame and Alex Vesia closing things out in the ninth. This was the second time in the past two weeks that Roberts has called upon Phillips before the ninth inning in a high-leverage situation, so it's clear that the team is comfortable using him in that way. Phillips should still get the vast majority of save chances for the Dodgers, though Vesia has five saves on the campaign and is probably the leading candidate for ninth-inning duties when Phillips is either unavailable or deployed earlier in a contest.
Jul 5 2024Phillips struck out the side to earn the save in Friday's 8-5 win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips needed just 12 pitches (nine strikes) to set the Brewers down in order to protect a three-run lead. It's an encouraging sign, as he had allowed a run in each of his last two outings. Phillips is up to 14 saves and one hold through 26.2 innings this season, and he's maintained a strong 2.03 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 30:8 K:BB.
Jul 2 2024Phillips (1-0) allowed a run on one hit and struck out one over one inning but earned the win Tuesday over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips gave up a tie-breaking solo home run to Joc Pederson in the top of the ninth inning, but the Dodgers replied with two runs of their own in the bottom of the frame. The homer was just the second Phillips has allowed all year, though this was the second outing in a row he's been scored on. The right-hander is at a 2.10 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 27:8 K:BB with 13 saves and a hold over 25.2 innings this season.
Jun 25 2024Phillips earned the save in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the White Sox, pitching a perfect inning with one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered the ninth with a one-run lead and promptly retired the side on 14 pitches, including 10 strikes. The 29-year-old right-hander has been steady in June so far, firing a 3.00 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 8:2 K:BB over nine innings with five saves. Phillips has converted 14 consecutive saves, with his last blown save coming against Seattle on Sept. 16, 2023.
Jun 24 2024Phillips earned a hold against the White Sox on Monday, allowing one hit in a scoreless inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was somewhat surprising to see Phillips -- who is the Dodgers' primary closer -- used in the eighth frame, but there was plenty of sense behind the move given that the White Sox were bringing up the heart of their order. Phillips got through the inning unscathed despite allowing a one-out double to Luis Robert, and Alex Vesia earned his fourth save with a clean frame in the ninth. Phillips' usage Monday suggests that manager Dave Roberts isn't opposed to using him before the ninth inning in the highest-leverage situations, but the right-hander should still receive the vast majority of save chances for Los Angeles. He's been one of the most reliable closers in baseball this year with a perfect 12-for-12 mark in save opportunities along with a 1.66 ERA and 1.02 WHIP.
Jun 20 2024Phillips earned a save against the Rockies on Thursday, striking out two batters in a perfect ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips cruised to the save on 11 pitches, punching out two of the three batters he faced. It was the fifth straight scoreless and hitless outing for the closer, who has allowed an earned run in only two of his 21 appearances this season. Phillips is 12-for-12 in save chances this season -- he's the only MLB closer with that many saves who remains perfect in save opportunities.
Jun 18 2024Phillips struck out the only batter he faced to earn the save in Tuesday's 11-9 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alex Vesia issued a two-out walk, and Phillips was able to strike out Hunter Goodman on five pitches to secure the save after the Dodgers' ninth-inning comeback. Aside from a three-run misstep in Pittsburgh on June 6, Phillips has pitched well since his return from a hamstring injury. He's at 11 saves with a 1.89 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 22:6 K:BB over 19 innings this season.
Jun 16 2024Phillips picked up the save Sunday against Kansas City, allowing one walk with no strikeouts across a scoreless ninth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips corralled his second save since being reinstated from the 15-day IL on May 31, increasing his season total to 10 saves. The 29-year-old hasn't allowed a hit in three of his four appearances in June but was tagged for three runs in a June 6 outing against the Pirates. On the year, Phillips owns a 1.93 ERA with 21 strikeouts across 18.2 innings.
Jun 1 2024Phillips pitched a perfect inning and struck out one to earn the save in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Phillips' first appearance in nearly a month due to a hamstring strain. He looked rust-free, throwing 11 pitches (seven strikes) to set down the bottom of the Rockies' order for his ninth save of the season. Phillips has a 0.61 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 18:4 K:BB over 14.2 innings, and he's yet to take a blown save this year. It doesn't appear he'll be eased into the closer role again, not that he needs to be handled with kid gloves considering his track record in high-leverage spots over the last two years.
May 31 2024The Dodgers reinstated Phillips (hamstring) from the 15-day injured list Friday, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was forced onto the injured list May 5 after suffering a right hamstring strain. He's since thrown 1.2 innings of shutout ball while striking out three batters and walking none during a rehab assignment with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga. The 29-year-old right-hander should immediately retain his spot as the Dodgers' closer -- a role he thrived in prior to getting injured, giving up just one earned run in 13.2 frames while collecting eight saves. Elieser Hernandez was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
May 28 2024Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Tuesday that Phillips (hamstring) is on track for activation from the 15-day injured list Friday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips struck out two batters in a perfect inning in his first rehab appearance with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga on Sunday. He's slated for one rehab outing before rejoining the Dodgers for their weekend series at home against the Rockies, assuming all goes well. Upon activation, Phillips should immediately step back in as the Dodgers' closer.
May 26 2024Phillips (hamstring) retired all three batters he faced -- including two by strikeout -- in a rehab outing with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips needed just 11 pitches to get through the frame. The appearance was the first for the closer since he went on the IL with a right hamstring strain May 5. Phillips figures to get in one or two more rehab outings before he's deemed ready to return to closing duties with the Dodgers.
May 20 2024Phillips (hamstring) is expected to make 2-to-3 rehab appearances before being activated from the 15-day injured list, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Stephen estimates that Phillips is about a week away from a return, though how the right-hander fares during his rehab outings will ultimately dictate his exact return date. He's been shut down since May 3 after suffering a right hamstring strain.
May 18 2024Phillips (hamstring) threw another bullpen session Saturday, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Saturday marks Phillips' second round of mound work since landing on the IL on May 5 with a strained right hamstring. He still has yet to face live hitters, but manager Dave Roberts said after Phillips' session that the right-hander is roughly a week away from rejoining Los Angeles' bullpen.
May 14 2024Phillips (hamstring) will throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has been on the injured list with a strained right hamstring since May 5, and he resumed playing catch Friday. He will presumably throw multiple bullpen sessions before progressing to facing live hitters, though he shouldn't take long to build back up as a reliever.
May 10 2024Phillips (hamstring) was out on the field playing catch Friday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was placed on the 15-day IL on Sunday due to a Grade 1 right hamstring strain he sustained May 3 against Atlanta. He is eligible to return May 19, and the right-hander might only miss the minimum. Phillips has eight saves with a 0.66 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 17:4 K:BB over 13.2 innings this season.
May 5 2024The Dodgers placed Phillips on the 15-day injured list Sunday with a right hamstring strain, Kirsten Watson of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander presumably suffered the injury during Friday's appearance against Atlanta, when he struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning amid a 2-2 tie. Manager Dave Roberts said Phillips' injury is a Grade 1 strain, per David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports, so the absence may not be a lengthy one. Daniel Hudson is the likely favorite to fill in at closer for the Dodgers.
Apr 27 2024Phillips gave up an unearned run on one hit and struck out two Saturday to record his eighth save of the season in a 4-2 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The closer's own throwing error with two outs put Davis Schneider aboard and led to Toronto's final run, but Phillips otherwise had little trouble sealing the victory. The right-hander is a perfect 8-for-8 in converting save chances to begin the season, and he's delivered a dazzling 0.77 ERA and 15:4 K:BB through 11.2 innings.
Apr 25 2024Phillips earned a save against the Nationals on Thursday, striking out two batters in a perfect inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips didn't have any trouble protecting Los Angeles' one-run ninth-inning lead, striking out the first two batters he faced before inducing a game-ending groundout. The right-hander has yielded just one earned run over 10.2 innings on the season, giving him a minuscule 0.84 ERA. Phillips has converted all seven of his save chances as he continues to build his case as one of the league's most reliable closers.
Apr 24 2024Phillips gave up a hit and three walks in a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday to record his sixth save of the season in a 4-1 win over the Nationals. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander threw only 16 of 32 pitches for strikes in a shaky appearance, but Phillips got a bit lucky when Luis Garcia was caught in a rundown between third base and home plate rather than scoring on a CJ Abrams single. Phillips then erased a bases-loaded jam by fanning Jesse Winker to end the game. The Dodgers' closer had issued only one free pass in his first 8.2 innings this season, so the sudden control issues aren't a concern just yet. Phillips has yet to blow a save chance in 2024 while posting a 0.93 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 11:4 K:BB through 10 appearances.
Apr 13 2024Phillips earned a save against the Padres on Saturday, allowing two hits in a scoreless inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered in the ninth inning with Los Angeles holding a three-run lead. He gave up a pair of one-out singles but didn't allow any runs to cross the plate. Phillips has allowed just one run through eight outings so far this season. He has a 1.17 ERA, 0.91 WHIP and 7:1 K:BB over 7.2 innings while collecting five saves, tied for second-most in MLB.
Apr 9 2024Phillips earned the save Monday, firing a scoreless, hitless inning during which he recorded one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips notched a clean inning for his fourth save of 2024, placing him in a four-way tie for the most saves in MLB. Outside of a hiccup in his appearance Saturday, Phillips has been near perfect this season, having allowed just one hit and no runs in his other five outings combined.
Apr 3 2024Phillips picked up the save Tuesday against San Francisco, yielding one hit and no walks over 1.1 scoreless frames. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fantasy managers got an extended look at the Dodgers' closer Tuesday, with Phillips entering the game with two outs and two runners on in the eighth to get Los Angeles out of a jam. While he kept the Giants off the scoreboard in the one-run win, Phillips did surrender his first hit of the 2024 season via a Jung Hoo Lee single in the ninth. Overall, Phillips is propped up to be one of the most valuable closers in all of fantasy with a safe hold on the closing job for one of baseball's most talented teams.
Mar 30 2024Phillips picked up a save Friday versus the Cardinals, striking out one in a clean inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips set down St. Louis in order in the ninth inning, closing out a three-run Los Angeles victory for his second save this year. The 29-year-old right-hander figures to be a steady source of saves this year, holding down the closing job on an elite Dodgers team. Phillips converted 24 of 27 save chances last season, pitching to a 2.05 ERA with a 0.83 WHIP and 66:13 K:BB across 61.1 innings.
Mar 20 2024Phillips earned a save against the Padres in South Korea on Wednesday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered in the ninth frame with the Dodgers holding a comfortable three-run lead, and he kept things stress-free for his club by retiring the side in order on 12 pitches. After easing his way into the closer role last year, the right-hander appears set for steady work in that capacity in 2024, with manager Dave Roberts commenting early in camp that Phillips would get "the brunt" of the team's save opportunities. That makes him an appealing fantasy target given the Dodgers' potential to rack up wins and Phillips' outstanding results each of the past two seasons.
Feb 15 2024Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Thursday that Phillips is in line to receive "the brunt" of the save chances for the team, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers flirted with signing Josh Hader and have been mentioned as a possible landing spot for Kenley Jansen if he's traded. For the time being, however, Phillips is the clear best option to close, having posted a dominant 1.74 ERA, 0.83 WHIP and 152:33 K:BB across 134.2 innings during his time in Los Angeles. The 29-year-old notched 24 saves in 27 chances last season.
Jan 11 2024Phillips agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal with the Dodgers on Thursday, avoiding arbitration, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The offseason isn't over, and Josh Hader remains unsigned while other top relievers could be getting shopped, but as things stand, Phillips would be the Dodgers' top ninth inning option again in 2024. He had a 2.05 ERA, 0.83 WHIP, 66 strikeouts and 24 saves in 62 games last season.
Oct 2 2023Phillips picked up the save in Sunday's 5-2 victory over the Giants, striking out one over a perfect inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips will wrap up the regular season having allowed just one earned run in his last 18.1 innings, going 9-for-10 in save opportunities in that span. While the Dodgers employed a committee at times this season, the 29-year-old Phillips emerged as their top closing option in the second half. He'll wrap up the campaign with a 2.05 ERA, 0.83 WHIP, 66:13 K:BB across 61.1 innings while converting 24 of 27 save chances.
Sep 17 2023Phillips (2-4) blew a save but earned the win over Seattle on Saturday, allowing an unearned run on two hits and one walk over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The game was scoreless after nine innings before Los Angeles put up a run in the top of the 10th. Phillips entered in the bottom of the frame looking for a challenging save and retired the first two batters he faced before giving up a two-out single to Mike Ford that scored the tying run. Phillips then surrendered a double and issued an intentional walk to load the bases, but he escaped the jam by getting Teoscar Hernandez to ground out, and Phillips earned the win as a result of the Dodgers plating five runs in the top of the 11th. The blown save was hardly a meltdown considering the circumstances, but it was still Phillips' first since July 4. He's been excellent since then, posting a 2.08 ERA, 0.83 WHIP and 20:3 K:BB over 21.2 frames while picking up 11 saves.
Sep 15 2023Phillips allowed two hits and struck out one in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Friday's 6-3 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips again flirted with danger after taking a loss in his outing Monday versus the Padres. He had runners on the corners with two outs but got Teoscar Hernandez to strike out to end the threat. Phillips is 23-for-25 in save chances while adding six saves this season, and he's maintained a 2.43 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 61:11 K:BB through 55.2 innings. He's converted his last 11 save chances in a row.
Sep 9 2023Phillips struck out two in a perfect ninth inning Friday to record his 22nd save of the season in an 8-5 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander needed just 11 pitches (eight strikes) to convert his 10th straight save chance, fanning Jake Alu and Carter Kieboom to wrap things up. Phillips' last blown save came in early July, and he sports a stellar 1.47 ERA, 0.55 WHIP and 17:2 K:BB through 18.1 innings since the All-Star break.
Aug 27 2023Phillips picked up the save Sunday against the Red Sox. He allowed one hit with no walks while striking out one over a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips worked around a one-out single to slam the door on the Red Sox and earn the save. It was the 21st save in 23 opportunities for Phillips who now holds a 2.34 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 55 strikeouts over 50 innings on the season.
Aug 25 2023Phillips allowed a hit in a scoreless inning against Boston on Friday. He struck out two and earned a save. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips worked around a leadoff single and closed out the 7-4 game Friday. Since the All-Star break, he's converted all eight of his save opportunities while yielding three runs over 13.2 frames. For the season, Phillips has 20 saves in 22 chances while registering a 2.39 ERA and a 54:11 K:BB through 49 innings.
Aug 19 2023Phillips pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in a 3-1 win over the Marlins in Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has picked up a save in each of his last seven outings, and he's kept runs off the board in his last four appearances. He's up to 19-for-21 in save conversions this season while pitching to a 2.49 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 52:11 K:BB over 47 innings overall. Phillips and Brusdar Graterol each earned a save as the Dodgers swept the doubleheader Saturday, but the former has the edge for ninth-inning duties.
Aug 17 2023Phillips earned a save over the Brewers on Thursday, walking one batter and striking out two in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The two teams went head-to-head in a scoreless duel until Austin Barnes knocked a solo homer in the bottom of the eighth frame. Phillips was then brought in to protect that tenuous lead and retired the first two batters he faced before walking Sal Frelick. Frelick made it to second on a stolen base, but Phillips ended the threat by striking out Willy Adames. Phillips shared ninth-inning duties with Brusdar Graterol earlier in the campaign, but he's since emerged as Los Angeles' no-doubt closer, notching a save in each of his past six appearances and converting 18 of 20 chances on the campaign.
Aug 12 2023Phillips pitched a perfect inning with three strikeouts to earn the save in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips needed just 13 pitches (nine strikes) to retire the top of the Rockies' lineup in the ninth inning. This was his second clean outing in a row after he opened August with three runs allowed over 2.1 innings. The closer is at a 2.60 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and 50:10 K:BB with 17 saves and six holds through 45 innings this season.
Aug 9 2023Phillips pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips gave up two runs in an inning to earn the save Tuesday, but he was much sharper in Wednesday's outing. He needed 12 pitches (seven strikes) to finish off the shutout win with his first scoreless appearance out of three in August. Phillips is at a 2.66 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 47:10 K:BB while adding 16 saves and six holds over 44 innings this season.
Aug 8 2023Phillips allowed two runs on two hits and a walk over one inning, earning the save in Tuesday's 5-4 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was tasked with protecting a three-run lead but nearly made a mess of it before getting Corbin Carroll to ground into a game-ending double-play. This was just the fourth time Phillips has allowed multiple runs this season, though he's also been scored on in each of his last two outings. He's now at a 2.72 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 47:10 K:BB with 15 saves and six holds through 43 innings overall.
Aug 4 2023Phillips allowed a run on one hit over 1.1 innings to earn the save in Friday's 10-5 win over the Padres. He did not strike out or walk a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered with two outs and two on in the eighth inning, and he escaped the jam. The Dodgers tacked on three runs, though Phillips gave one of them back in the ninth when he allowed a solo home run to Juan Soto. Phillips is up to 14 saves in 16 chances this season while serving as the Dodgers' top high-leverage option. He's added a 2.36 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 47:9 K:BB with six holds over 42 innings.
Jul 29 2023Phillips allowed a hit and struck out one over 1.1 scoreless innings to earn the save in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips had not received a save chance since he blew one July 4. His strong showing Saturday extended his scoreless streak to 5.2 innings over his last six appearances. Ryan Brasier and Alex Vesia each picked up a save this month, making the back end of the Dodgers bullpen a tricky one to forecast over the remaining two months. Phillips is still in the closer committee, as is Brusdar Graterol, though the recently re-acquired Joe Kelly could also enter that mix. Phillips has a 2.21 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 47:9 K:BB through 40.2 innings this season while adding 13 saves and six holds.
Jul 4 2023Phillips (1-3) allowed three runs on two hits and two walks while striking out two over one inning, taking the loss and a blown save in Tuesday's 9-7 loss to the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips' 10.1-inning scoreless streak came to a sudden halt when he failed to protect a one-run lead. He gave up all of three runs over 11 appearances in June, and this was just the third time in 36 outings he's surrendered multiple runs. The poor performance puts him at 12-for-14 in save chances while pitching to a 2.57 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 41:9 K:BB through 35 innings. This was his third consecutive day on the mound, which may have played a part in his struggles, and he'll likely be unavailable if a save chance arises Wednesday.
Jul 3 2023Phillips hit a batter but did not yield a hit or a walk in a scoreless inning to earn the save in Monday's 5-2 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips threw 14 pitches (nine strikes) in the outing, erasing the hit batsman with a double play before getting Bryan Reynolds to fly out. Phillips has put a runner on base in four of his last five appearances, but he's riding a 10.1-inning scoreless streak dating back to June 13. He's up to 12 saves, six holds, a 1.85 ERA, 0.76 WHIP and 39:7 K:BB through 34 innings this season. Phillips remains in a committee situation, but he's pitched well enough to continue seeing save chances.
Jun 27 2023Phillips picked up the save in Tuesday's 5-0 win over Colorado. He threw one-third of a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered with the bases loaded and two outs after Phil Bickford handed out three walks in the inning, but Phillips managed to retire his first batter and grab his 11th save of the campaign. After going over a month without logging a save, Phillips has logged four in the last week and looks to be the Dodgers preferred ninth-inning arm at the moment, ahead of Brusdar Graterol.
Jun 24 2023Phillips earned a save against the Astros on Saturday, allowing one hit in a scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Los Angeles rallied for three runs to take the lead in the bottom of the eighth inning, Phillips was tasked with closing out the win in the ninth. He immediately allowed the tying run to reach base on a Kyle Tucker single, but Tucker was wiped out on a double play, and Phillips finished things off by getting Yainer Diaz to fly out. Brusdar Graterol notched a save in the opener of the series Friday and continues to be a ninth-inning option, but Phillips is the more desirable Dodgers reliever for fantasy purposes, as he's notched three of the team's past four saves and hasn't been scored upon in any of his past five appearances.
Jun 21 2023Phillips struck out one in a perfect inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 2-0 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips finished off the bullpen game with his fifth straight scoreless outing. He's allowed just one walk while striking out nine over that six-inning span. Phillips didn't record a save from May 13 to June 18, but he's notched two of them in his last two outings. He's up to nine saves, six holds, a 2.12 ERA, 0.74 WHIP and 36:7 K:BB through 29.2 innings as one the Dodgers' best relievers.
Jun 20 2023Phillips struck out two and didn't allow a baserunner in a scoreless ninth inning to pick up the save Tuesday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 28-year-old retired the side in order on just 11 pitches to secure his first save since May 12 and eighth of the year. Phillips is the Dodgers' best reliever and remains the team's primary option at closer, but his fantasy value is limited since he receives inconsistent opportunities and is regularly brought in before the ninth inning.
May 16 2023Phillips was charged with a blown save against Minnesota on Monday, allowing one run on one hit and one walk while striking out two batters over one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips got the call with Los Angeles up by a run in the top of the ninth frame, but he walked Carlos Correa with one out before allowing a game-tying double to Byron Buxton. He managed to strike out the next two batters to get out of the inning, but the damage resulted in his first blown save of the campaign. Phillips has converted his other seven opportunities and has a 2.25 ERA, 0.88 WHIP and 21:4 K:BB over 16 innings overall.
May 13 2023Phillips picked up the save in Friday's 4-2 victory over San Diego. He allowed one hit while striking out two over 1.2 scoreless innings. He did not walk a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has been reliable all season, posting a 1.93 ERA and 0.86 WHIP across 14 innings. The right-hander has also yet to blow a save this year. The 28-year-old isn't elite, but he's a safe bet to get the job done whenever he enters the game.
May 9 2023Phillips picked up the save in Tuesday's 6-2 win over the Brewers in 0.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered with two outs and two on the ninth and needed six pitches to induce a groundout from Tyrone Taylor. Brusdar Graterol failed to finish off the ninth with a four-run lead, leading to Phillips' appearance. Phillips leads the team with six saves; Graterol has two.
May 7 2023Phillips struck out one batter in a perfect inning and earned a save against the Padres on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips needed just nine pitches to quickly finish the 5-2 win in the 10th inning. He's picked up a save in three straight appearances and has converted all five of his opportunities this season. Phillips lowered his ERA to 2.25 with a 16:3 K:BB through 12 frames.
May 6 2023Phillips walked one and struck out three to earn the save in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips went six days between appearances, but he didn't have much rust. The right-hander extended his scoreless streak to seven innings, and he has two saves and two holds in that span. He's part of the Dodgers' high-leverage mix, and it's important to note that Brusdar Graterol was deployed in the eighth inning, allowing a run while facing the top of the Padres' order. Phillips owns a 2.45 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 15:3 K:BB over 11 innings this season while picking up four saves and two holds.
Apr 30 2023Phillips allowed one hit in a scoreless inning Sunday. He struck out one and earned a save over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers continue to deploy the "closer-by-committee" approach. Sunday was Phillips' first save opportunity since April 6 and he's now converted all three of his chances this season. Brusdar Graterol, who earned a save Saturday, recorded an out in the seventh inning Sunday. Phillips lowered his ERA to 2.70 with a 12:2 K:BB through 12 innings.
Apr 5 2023Phillips retired two of the three batters he faced en route to notching his first save of the season in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With one out and runners on first and second in the top of the ninth, Phillips was summoned from the bullpen to put out the fire. Though he hit the first batter he faced to load the bases, Phillips coaxed a run-scoring sacrifice fly off the bat of Mike Moustakas and then induced a groundout by Charlie Blackmon to extinguish the threat. Phillips' save was the Dodgers' second of the season, and the first in a more traditional fashion after long reliever Andre Jackson picked up the team's first save by pitching three innings at the tail end of a 10-1 win over the Diamondbacks last weekend. Phillips looks like he'll be a part of a committee approach to closing situations, with Brusdar Graterol and Alex Vesia also being candidates to scoop up the occasional save chance.
Jan 13 2023Phillips signed a one-year, $1.3 million contract with the Dodgers on Friday to avoid arbitration, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was simply dominant in 2022, recording a minuscule 1.14 ERA and 0.76 WHIP through 63 innings out of the bullpen. Though recreating those numbers will be almost impossible for the 28-year-old righty, Phillips will certainly see plenty of action in high-leverage situations next season.
Oct 2 2022Phillips (7-3) earned the win over Colorado on Saturday, allowing one hit and striking out two batters in one scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips got the eighth inning with the score tied 4-4 and worked around a two-out single and stolen base to keep the Rockies off the board. Los Angeles put up a pair of runs in the bottom of the frame, rewarding Phillips with his seventh win. The right-hander continues to thrive as one of the league's most effective bullpen arms -- since June 1, he's posted a minuscule 0.42 ERA and 0.63 WHIP along with a 51:10 K:BB over 45 outings covering 43 innings.
Sep 8 2022Phillips (6-3) earned the win over San Francisco on Wednesday, allowing one hit and two walks while striking out two batters over 1.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered a tie game with two outs in the seventh inning and began his outing with a walk before notching a strikeout to end the frame. The right-hander allowed two more hitters to reach base in the eighth but used a timely double play to escape without allowing a run. He picked up the win as a result of Los Angeles scoring four times in the bottom of the frame. Phillips has been arguably the Dodgers' most effective reliever this season, posting a 1.35 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 61:14 K:BB over 53.1 innings while registering six wins, two saves and 17 holds.
Aug 19 2022Phillips pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in Friday's 2-1 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has been effective all year, and he's strung together five perfect innings in his last five appearances. It's his third streak this year of at least five outings without allowing a baserunner. The right-hander owns a 1.31 ERA, 0.75 WHIP and 56:12 K:BB through 48 innings this year, and he now has two saves to go with 15 holds, a 5-3 record and two blown saves in 48 appearances. Craig Kimbrel pitched Tuesday and Wednesday but didn't feature Thursday, so it's of at least mild intrigue that Phillips got this save opportunity, but it's likely just a move to give Kimbrel an extra day of rest. Prior to Friday, Phillips hadn't appeared since Tuesday.
Aug 16 2022Phillips will be available out of the bullpen for Tuesday's game against the Brewers, despite taking a 105 mile-per-hour line drive off his left knee during a relief appearance in Monday's 4-0 win, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: On his third pitch of the night, Phillips was struck by a comebacker off the bat of Christian Yelich, but he calmly picked up the ball and threw to first to record the out. He proceeded to retire the final two batters he faced to conclude the eighth inning, and Phillips didn't require any X-rays after the contest, suggesting that he's dealing with nothing more than cosmetic damage to his knee. Since June 1, Phillips has been one of the most dominant setup men in baseball, as he's posted an 0.33 ERA, 0.63 WHIP and 31:7 K:BB in 27 innings over a stretch of 28 appearances.
Jul 30 2022Phillips earned a hold against the Rockies on Friday, striking out two batters in a perfect inning of work. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julio Urias gave the Dodgers seven strong innings, and Phillips was summoned in the eighth as the bridge to closer Craig Kimbrel. Phillips struck out Ryan McMahon and Connor Joe to begin the frame before getting Brian Serven to pop out. The righty reliever has been impressive again in July, allowing just one run and three hits over 10 innings while posting a 12:3 K:BB. He's earned three wins, a save and five holds across his 11 appearances this month.
Jul 25 2022Phillips (5-3) earned the win over San Francisco on Sunday, allowing one hit and striking out two batters over one scoreless inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The game was tied through six frames, and Phillips was brought in to handle the seventh. He allowed an inning-opening single but retired the next three batters to emerge unscathed. Phillips then found himself in line for the win as a result of the Dodgers scoring three times in the bottom of the frame. The right-hander continues to be a dominant presence in the team's bullpen -- since allowing two runs in his first appearance of the campaign, Phillips has posted a 1.18 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and 44:11 K:BB over 38 innings while notching five wins, 11 holds and one save.
Jul 22 2022Phillips (4-3) earned the win over the Giants on Thursday, allowing one run on one hit and three walks while striking out one batter in one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered in the eighth inning and struggled with his control, throwing only 12 of 23 pitches for strikes and issuing multiple walks for the first time this season. However, he managed to get out of the frame having allowed just one run, and he was awarded a victory when Los Angeles posted four runs in the bottom of the inning. Phillips has emerged as one of the team's most reliable relievers this season, complementing his four victories with one save and 11 holds while posting a 1.70 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 42:11 K:BB over 37 innings.
Jul 14 2022Phillips earned the save over the Cardinals on Wednesday with a perfect inning that included one strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers were down big through six frames, but they posted seven runs over the final three innings to take the lead. Manager Dave Roberts had used closer Craig Kimbrel to cover the eighth inning, so the skipper turned to Phillips in the ninth. The right-hander came through by retiring all three batters he faced on seven pitches for his second career save. The successful outing continued a dominant stretch for Phillips -- since the start of May, he's allowed only one run over 26 innings while racking up two wins and 11 holds in addition to Wednesday's save. He's posted a 28:7 K:BB during that span.
Jul 9 2022Phillips (3-3) earned the win over the Cubs on Friday by pitching a perfect 10th inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Los Angeles rallied to tie the game in the bottom of the ninth, Phillips was asked to keep the Cubs off the scoreboard in the 10th. He did so with relative ease, inducing three groundouts to retire the side on eight pitches. Phillips was then credited with the win as a result of Will Smith's walk-off single in the bottom of the frame. Phillips has gone 16 straight outings without allowing an earned run, surrendering just seven hits while posting a 17:4 K:BB in 15.2 innings over that span. He's been one of the team's most effective relievers this season, recording a 1.60 ERA, 0.83 WHIP and 10.4 K/9 while picking up three wins and 10 holds over 33 appearances overall.
Jul 1 2022Phillips (2-3) pitched 1.1 perfect innings against San Diego on Thursday, striking out one batter and earning the win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips came on in the seventh inning and needed only eight pitches to retire the side in order. He stayed in to face Manny Machado in the top of the eighth and struck out the superstar before departing. The Dodgers scored twice in the bottom of the seventh to untie the score and give Phillips his second win. The right-hander has been outstanding since the start of May, allowing only one run over 21 innings and posting a 23:7 K:BB over that span. He doesn't have any saves but has picked up seven holds during the campaign.
Jun 18 2022Phillips (1-3) took the loss against Cleveland on Friday, allowing an unearned run on one hit and one walk while striking out one batter in one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The game went into extra frames, and Phillips was brought in for the top of the 10th. The only hit he gave up was an infield single, but it moved the designated runner to third base, and the Guardians subsequently tallied the winning run on a sacrifice fly. Despite the loss, Phillips finished with his eighth straight appearance without allowing an earned run, and he's notched a 10:4 K:BB over 7.2 innings during that span.
May 21 2022Phillips allowed a hit and a walk while striking out one batter over a scoreless inning to earn a hold Friday against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was deployed in the eighth inning with the Dodgers hanging onto a three-run lead. He surrendered a leadoff bunt single and a two-out walk but got out of the frame without allowing any damage on the scoreboard. Phillips hasn't given up a run in any of his past six outings and has been unscored upon in 13 of his 15 overall appearances this season.
Apr 17 2022Phillips (1-0) was credited with the win over Cincinnati on Saturday, pitching a perfect inning during which he struck out one batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Julio Urias allowed just one hit over five scoreless innings but was relieved after throwing 65 pitches. Phillips came on in the sixth and made quick work of three batters, and he was tagged with the win as a result of Los Angeles tallying four runs in the bottom of the frame. After giving up two runs in his season debut against Colorado on April 10, Phillips has followed with 3.1 scoreless innings over his subsequent three appearances.
Apr 7 2022Phillips is one of 16 pitchers on the Dodgers' Opening Day roster. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips pitched only 13.1 big-league innings during the 2021 regular season, but he was impressive in two NLCS appearances against Atlanta, tossing three scoreless frames during which he struck out six batters. The right-hander struggled in Cactus League play this year, allowing four runs on eight hits and two walks over 3.1 innings, but the Dodgers elected to give him a spot in their Opening Day bullpen. He'll likely fill a low-leverage role there to begin the campaign.
Sep 4 2021Phillips (1-1) took the loss in Friday's 3-2 defeat at the hands of the Giants, allowing an unearned run on two walks with two strikeouts in one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was the final of 11 Los Angeles pitchers in Friday's extra-innings game, recording the last out of the 10th to send the game another inning. He walked two batters in the 11th and appeared to escape a bases-loaded, one-out jam, but second baseman Trea Turner botched a routine throw that resulted in Phillips' earning the loss. This was only Phillips' second appearance with the team due to an IL stint and he appears to be a backend bullpen guy judging by his use as the final pitcher in a long game Friday.
Aug 30 2021The Dodgers activated Phillips (quadriceps) from the 10-day injured list Monday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips is back with in the Dodgers' bullpen after a right quadriceps strain sidelined him for 11 days. Now healthy, the righty should serve as an innings-eater in low-leverage situations going forward.
Aug 28 2021Phillips (quadriceps) threw a bullpen session Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips has been out for just over a week with a strained right quadriceps. His exact return date remains unclear, but it looks as though he may not need a long stay on the injured list.
Aug 20 2021Phillips was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right quadriceps strain Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips made his Dodgers debut Thursday and allowed a run on three hits and no walks while striking out one in 2.1 innings to earn the win over the Mets. However, he apparently suffered a quad injury that will prompt a trip to the injured list. It's not yet clear when the right-hander will be able to return.
Aug 19 2021Phillips (1-0) won Thursday's 4-1 victory over the Mets, allowing one run on three hits with one strikeout in 2.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Following opener Corey Knebel, Phillips got through two clean innings but permitted a run with one out in fourth before being removed with 2-1 lead. Los Angeles maintained that lead for the rest of the game, giving the 26-year-old his second career victory in 40 games across four seasons. He remains a nonfactor unless he's able to take on a larger role.
Aug 17 2021Phillips was added to the Dodgers' 26-man roster prior to Tuesday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers claimed Phillips off waivers from Tampa Bay on Monday, and now the right-hander will be active for Tuesday's matchup with Pittsburgh. Phillips made just one appearance with the Rays this season, allowing one one across three innings. He owns a career major-league ERA of 7.26, so it seems very unlikely that he'll pitch in any high-leverage innings going forward.
Aug 16 2021Phillips was claimed off waivers by the Dodgers on Monday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was designated for assignment by the Rays on Saturday after making his lone big-league appearance of the season the night before. In 57 career innings at the highest level, the 26-year-old has struggled to a 7.26 ERA and a 1.79 WHIP, thanks in part to his 14.3 percent walk rate. He's unlikely to see high-leverage opportunities with the Dodgers.
Aug 14 2021The Rays designated Phillips for assignment Saturday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Having pitched three innings Friday in his season debut, the 26-year-old heads to the minors to make room for a fresh arm in Adam Conley. Given his success during the three-inning save, Phillips could certainly find himself back with the Rays in a long-relief role before the season ends.
Aug 13 2021Phillips allowed a run on three hits over three innings in Friday's win over the Twins, striking out two and picking up a save. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips was able to finish the final three innings of the 10-4 win in his season debut after he was promoted from Triple-A Durham on Thursday. The lone run he allowed came via Brent Rooker's solo shot in the seventh. The 26-year-old righty entered Friday's game with a career 7.50 ERA through 48 MLB appearances and he likely won't see too many save chances down the stretch.
Aug 12 2021Phillips' contract was selected by the Rays on Thursday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips joined the Rays on a minor-league deal last week and allowed a run on four hits and no walks while striking out three in 3.1 innings across two appearances (one start) at Triple-A Durham. He'll join the big-league bullpen after Dietrich Enns was optioned to Durham in a corresponding move.
Sep 30 2020Phillips (elbow) cleared waivers Wednesday and was outrighted to Triple-A Norfolk, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Evans missed the end of the season with elbow inflammation. Even if he were fully healthy, however, it would have hardly been a surprise to see him pass through waivers unclaimed, as he owns a career 7.50 ERA in 54 big-league innings.
Sep 23 2020Phillips hit the 10-day injured list with right elbow inflammation Wednesday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips left Tuesday's game against Boston with the injury, which will wind up ending his season prematurely. Assuming the diagnosis doesn't evolve to anything worse than inflammation, he should have plenty of time to heal before spring training. He'll finish the year with a 5.02 ERA and a 1.67 WHIP in 14.1 innings of relief, with his 14.5 percent walk rate generally offsetting a 29.0 percent strikeout rate.
Sep 22 2020Phillips was removed from Tuesday's loss to the Red Sox with right elbow soreness, Jon Meoli of The Baltimore Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old didn't record an out in 17 pitches Tuesday, giving up three runs on two hits and two walks. Phillips battled elbow issues in the spring and early summer, but it's unclear if the current soreness is related. He'll be further evaluated Wednesday.
Sep 19 2020Phillips was recalled by the Orioles on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips served as the 29th man during Thursday's doubleheader, and he'll rejoin the active roster with just over a week remaining in the regular season. The right-hander has pitched well in his eight most recent appearances, tossing 7.2 scoreless innings while posting a 1.57 WHIP and 11:6 K:BB during that time.
Sep 17 2020Phillips was optioned to Baltimore's alternate training site following Thursday's doubleheader against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After serving as the 29th man for Thursday's twin bill, Phillips will make his way back to Double-A Bowie, as expected. He looked sharp in Game 2, striking out all four of the batters he faced.
Sep 5 2020Phillips was optioned to the Orioles' alternate training site Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips pitched effectively during his most recent stint with the major-league club as he tossed 3.1 scoreless innings with three strikeouts over three appearances. He'll continue to develop at the alternate training site but could return to the major-league bullpen if injuries occur.
Aug 29 2020Phillips was recalled from the Orioles' alternate training site Saturday when Shawn Armstrong (back) was placed on the 10-day injured list, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips already had a run with the Orioles before he was sent down to their alternate site Aug. 17. He went 1-1 in eight appearances while allowing five runs on nine hits and seven walks with nine strikeouts across 7.2 innings. He should fill in as a middle reliever for the Orioles until Armstrong is ready to return.
Aug 17 2020Phillips was optioned to the Orioles' secondary training site Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips owns an unremarkable 5.87 ERA and 2.09 WHIP in 7.2 innings of relief this season, with his 17.5 percent walk rate standing out as his primary problem. Dillon Tate (forearm) was activated from the injured list in a corresponding move and will take his place in the bullpen.
Aug 7 2020Phillips (1-1) was tagged with the loss Thursday against the Marlins after giving up two runs on two hits across one inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips entered the game ahead of the sixth inning and, while he was able to record the three outs, the wheels came off in the seventh -- he left the game with runners in the corners and no outs. Both runners would come around to score, tagging the 25-year-old right-hander with his first loss of the season. He has now allowed five earned runs in 4.2 innings across four appearances in 2020.
Aug 2 2020Phillips (1-0) tossed one scoreless inning Sunday as he earned the win against the Rays. He allowed no hits and no walks while striking out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips had allowed runs in each of his first two appearances this season, but he held the Rays scoreless Sunday and was rewarded with the first win of his career. However, the 25-year-old doesn't carry much fantasy upside as a middle reliever who usually struggles to limit run production.
Jul 3 2020Phillips (elbow) was added to Baltimore's 60-player roster pool Friday and will throw live batting practice in a few days, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old was shut down from throwing in early March and wasn't included on the team's initial 60-man pool, but it appears he progressed well in his recovery during the hiatus. Phillips made 25 appearances in the majors last season but mostly struggled with a 6.43 ERA, 1.86 WHIP and 40:20 K:BB over 28 innings.
Mar 6 2020Phillips (elbow) will be shut down from throwing for a few weeks, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Phillips visited Dr. Neal ElAttrache for a second opinion on his elbow Thursday and received relatively good news, but he's still about a month away from being cleared to pitch. The 25-year-old was attempting to secure a spot in the Opening Day bullpen, but he's now unlikely to see game action until mid-April.
Mar 5 2020Phillips has a sore right elbow and will get a second opinion, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Brandon Hyde told Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com that the MRI "showed OK" but that he will still need a second opinion. It's always ominous when a pitcher needs a second opinion on an elbow injury, so for now we will consider Phillips out indefinitely.
Sep 2 2019Phillips will be recalled by the Orioles on Tuesday, Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Aug 12 2019Phillips was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk following Monday's doubleheader against the Yankees. He allowed three runs on two hits and two walks while striking out
Jul 29 2019Phillips was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Monday.
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Jul 6 2018Phillips was recalled from the minors prior to Friday's game against the Brewers.Phillips has only appeared in one game with the Braves this season, which came against the Yankees on Tuesday. Across 38.2 innings with Triple-A Gwinnett, he's logged an impressive 2.09 ERA and 58 strikeouts. Look for him to serve as a middle-relief option.
Jul 2 2018Phillips was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday.Phillips was called up in late June but failed to make an appearance. The 23-year-old righty has a 2.09 ERA in 38.2 innings for Gwinnett this season. He'll likely fill a low-leverage role in the Braves' bullpen.
Jun 24 2018Phillips had his contract selected by the Braves on Sunday.Phillips is up to replace the injured Arodys Vizcaino (shoulder). In 35 innings for Triple-A Gwinnett this season, Phillips has a 2.31 ERA and a 35.2 percent strikeout rate.