Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies have already secured a spot in the postseason and might use pitcher Jesús Luzardo in their starting rotation. Luzardo wants to be a starter, despite having a mix of strong and less effective performances recently. The team's decision on the postseason pitching lineup is still uncertain.
Key Facts
- The Phillies have clinched the National League East division.
- They are aiming to secure a bye for the first playoff round.
- The playoff rotation might include Cristopher Sánchez, Ranger Suárez, and Jesús Luzardo.
- Luzardo has expressed his desire to start in the postseason.
- Luzardo's performance has varied, with a recent ERA of 4.29 this month.
- The Phillies are competing with the Milwaukee Brewers for the top seed in the National League.
- Luzardo's opportunity arises partly due to an injury to another pitcher, Zack Wheeler.
- Phillies' manager Rob Thomson has not finalized the starting pitchers for the postseason.
