"Bader himself later spoke to reporters (including Tim Kelly of On Pattison) and revealed that he would be undergoing imaging to determine the extent of his injury. While the situation might seem concerning, Bader is considered day-to-day for the time being and expressed confidence that he'll return to the Phillies' lineup during this series. He noted that he'll rest during tomorrow's day off and "go from there," adding that playing in the postseason is the time where you "empty the tank," suggesting a willingness to try and play through an injury that might otherwise sit him down at another point in the season."
"Acquired from the Twins at the trade deadline back in July, Bader had already been enjoying a solid season with the Twins but kicked things up to another gear when he arrived in Philadephia. In 50 games with the Phillies, Bader has hit .305/.361/.463 with five home runs, eleven doubles, and a triple in 194 trips to the plate while serving as the team's regular center fielder. He's done his part defensively as well, with +1 Fielding Run Value in center this year despite playing the outfield corners exclusively in Minnesota. Bader has long been a well-regarded center fielder in the majors, but was pushed into a corner with the Twins due to the presence of a healthy Byron Buxton in the club's lineup."
Harrison Bader exited Game 1 after the team first described hamstring tightness before clarifying the issue as groin tightness. He will undergo imaging to determine the injury's extent and is currently considered day-to-day. Bader plans to rest on the team's day off and intends to 'go from there,' expressing confidence about returning during the NLDS and a willingness to 'empty the tank' and play through postseason injury. Acquired at the trade deadline from the Twins, Bader hit .305/.361/.463 in 50 games with Philadelphia and provided defensive value (+1 Fielding Run Value in center).
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