Phillies place pitcher Matt Strahm on 15-day IL due to right elbow discomfort, no structural damage found.

The Philadelphia Phillies announced on Friday that starting pitcher Matt Strahm has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow discomfort, with the team citing a need for further evaluation. Strahm, who has been a key part of the Phillies’ bullpen, pitched in 31 games this season with a 3.86 ERA and 17 saves. The team has not specified a timeline for his return, and no structural damage was found in initial tests. The move comes as the Phillies remain in contention for a National League playoff spot.