The Phillies withstand the Nationals' rally and come up with one of their own to seal an 11-9 win.

Phillies’ Rob Thomson Announces Alec Bohm Update After 23 Missed Games originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Philadelphia Phillies lead the New York Mets atop the NL East by five games, and that's with a major piece missing. Third baseman Alec Bohm (ribs) hasn't played since July 18, and he's played just 92 out of 121 contests this season.

The Philadelphia Phillies should strongly consider promoting one of their top outfield prospects once rosters expand.

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola’s first start after returning from the injured list didn’t last long. Third baseman Alec Bohm, meanwhile, made a big contribution in his first game back. Nola allowed six runs in 2 1/3 innings in Sunday's 11-9 victory over the Washington Nationals,

The Philadelphia Phillies will be without star pitcher Zack Wheeler indefinitely, but the righty's health comes first.

Nola and Bohm’s returns were expected. Nola’s start Sunday against the Nationals is his first since May 14. Bohm’s in the Phils’ lineup and hitting cleanup in his first MLB game since July 18. Both Nola and Bohm were sidelined by rib injuries and recently wrapped up rehab assignments with Lehigh Valley.

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The Phillies traded for reliever Jhoan Duran this season. More information is coming out about how close they were to losing him.