Jim Thome (Util)

Philadelphia designated hitter Jim Thome, on the shelf with a strained lower back, has been making solid progress at extended spring training in Florida, reports MLB.com on Wednesday. Thome is taking live batting practice.

Philadelphia Phillies 1B Jim Thome (back) won't be ready to come off the disabled list ...

The Philadelphia Phillies have placed first baseman Jim Thome on the 15-day disabled list and recalled catcher Erik Kratz from Triple-A Lehigh Valley for Wednesday night's game against Atlanta.

The Phillies placed first baseman Jim Thome (back) on the 15-day DL on Wednesday. They recalled catcher Erik Kratz from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take his roster spot.

Phillies placed 1B Jim Thome on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to April 29, with a lower back strain.

Philadelphia Phillies 1B Jim Thome (back) was placed on the 15-day disabled list. The team ...

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05/02 - Placed on 15-Day DL (Lower back strain)

Phillies first baseman Jim Thome is improving with his back injury, but he was still held out of action Tuesday against the Braves. He took some swings Tuesday and remains hopeful he can avoid a DL stint.

Philadelphia Phillies 1B Jim Thome (back) is unavailable to play Tuesday, May 1, but he ...

Phillies first baseman Jim Thome was again out of the lineup for Monday's series finale against the Cubs after suffering a back injury Saturday. Manager Charlie Manuel told MLB.com he thinks it will be difficult for the 41-year-old to be productive without seeing regular at-bats. "It's going to be hard for him," Manuel said. "You never know when he might walk up there and catch one, though. You never...

Philadelphia Phillies 1B Jim Thome (back) will visit with a team doctor before the game ...