Phillies Move Taijuan Walker to Bullpen

The Philadelphia Phillies are making significant roster changes as they approach the playoff eligibility deadline. Outfielder Tommy Pham has been placed on waivers by the St. Louis Cardinals, presenting an opportunity for the Phillies to acquire him as they seek to bolster their outfield depth. Meanwhile, the Phillies are demoting struggling pitcher Taijuan Walker to the bullpen after a disappointing season, where he recorded a 6.50 ERA and a 3-6 record. Walker will serve as a long man for the remainder of the season, with hopes of returning to the rotation in 2025. The team has also recalled Yunior Marte from Triple-A and optioned Michael Mercado, indicating ongoing adjustments in their pitching staff. Despite Walker's subpar performance, the Phillies remain optimistic about his potential future contributions.