Bryce Harper

Bryce Harper reportedly underwent Tommy John surgery on Wednesday, and he could be back hitting by mid-May.

Fantasy Impact

Reports are saying that the surgery went "very well," a great sign for Harper. It looks like the outfielder will be forced to miss the first month or so of the season as he recovers. However, he should get back to his MVP-caliber production upon his return, as the impact of Tommy John is much less harsh on hitters than it is on pitchers.

Bryce Harper will have surgery to repair his UCL next Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Harper is having surgery, but it is unsure if it will be Tommy John or not. Even if it is, don't let that affect your 2023 evaluation of him too much. Tommy John looks different for hitters as Shohei Ohtani returned to a DH role within seven months of having Tommy John surgery. Still, it likely means that Harper will be UT only for most fantasy leagues for most of the 2023 season.

Bryce Harper is not in the starting lineup Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Harper played Tuesday while most of the other Phillies starters got a day off, so it makes sense he gets a day off here ahead of the playoffs. Harper had a great 2022 season despite injuries and should remain an elite bat in 2023 and beyond.

Bryce Harper went 3-for-4 with three singles in a loss to the Cubs Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Harper accounted for half of the Phillies’ hits, but no one behind him in the lineup could drive him in. The 29-year-old is slashing .294/.370/.536 with 18 home runs, 64 runs batted in, and nine stolen bases this season. Harper should remain in your lineup until the end of the season.

Bryce Harper went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run on Saturday against the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

Harper has been dreadful since returning from the IL, and was batting just .149 in September coming into Saturday. The Phillies continue to fight for their playoff lives and Harper is obviously an elite talent, so leave him in your lineup for the remainder of the season. Saturday's home run is a good reminder of why.