Taijuan Walker

Taijuan Walker is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Walker is expected to face live hitters soon after his bullpen session on Wednesday. If all goes well, he'll likely head on a rehab assignment soon after.

Taijuan Walker will be sidelined through the All-Star break.

Fantasy Impact

Walker remains without a clear timetable to return. With Spencer Turnbull also on the injured list, Michael Mercado is expected to join the Phillies starting rotation.

The Phillies have placed Taijuan Walker on the 15-day IL with right index finger inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

Walker was already considered a question mark to make his next start due to the finger issue, so the Phillies are playing it safe by placing him on the IL. Michael Mercado was recalled from Triple-A in the corresponding move.

Taijuan Walker and the Phillies are unsure if he will make his next start due to a little bit of a “hot spot” on his finger, per manager Rob Thomson.

Fantasy Impact

Walker will test it out, likely in a bullpen session. The Phillies are expected to likely make a decision Sunday, per Paul Casella.

Taijuan Walker struggled in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Diamondbacks, surrendering four earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out three over four innings.

Fantasy Impact

This performance continues a troubling trend for Walker, whose season ERA has now ballooned to 5.60, with a WHIP standing at 1.49. The right-hander's inability to go deep into games or control the strike zone effectively (7.3 K/9 and 2.05 K/BB ratio) is becoming a significant concern for fantasy managers. Given these ongoing struggles, coupled with a high 5.88 FIP indicating potential underlying issues, Walker's role as a reliable fantasy starter is increasingly questionable. Managers should consider other options or use him sparingly until he shows signs of improvement.