Harrison Bader Out of Phillies’ Game 2 Starting Lineup vs Dodgers because of Groin Injury
Bader's groin injury from Game 1 sidelines him for Game 2, prompting lineup changes as Phillies adjust to maintain competitive edge, manager says he may pinch-hit.
- In Philadelphia, the Phillies' Game 2 starters did not include Harrison Bader for the matchup with Blake Snell on Oct 6, 2025.
- During Game 1, Harrison Bader injured his groin running the bases against the Los Angeles Dodgers, forcing him out and clouding his availability for the NLDS series.
- Team medical checks revealed no major tear, Rob Thomson, Philadelphia Phillies manager, said imaging showed no major strain and Harrison Bader remains unable to run at 100%, limiting his defense.
- The Phillies reshuffled their outfield with Brandon Marsh taking center, Otto Kemp in left and Nick Castellanos in right, while Edmundo Sosa started at second over Bryson Stott.
- After being acquired at the trade deadline, Harrison Bader's.277 batting average, 17 home runs and 54 RBIs keep him a pinch-hit option as he tests running, Rob Thomson said.
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Phillies CF Harrison Bader (groin) out of lineup for Game 2
Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Harrison Bader was not in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday because of a groin injury.

Harrison Bader out of Phillies' Game 2 starting lineup vs Dodgers because of groin injury
Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Harrison Bader is out of the starting lineup for Game 2 of the National League Division Series because of a groin injury.
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