Aaron Nola, the Phillies' right-handed pitcher, has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right ankle sprain sustained during pre-game agility exercises. This marks Nola's first trip to the IL since 2017. Manager Rob Thomson indicated that despite efforts to continue pitching, Nola needed to be shut down to prevent further injury complications. With an underwhelming season record of 1-7 and a 6.16 ERA, the team is calling up minor league pitcher Mick Abel, who boasts a 2.53 ERA, to fill in during Nola's absence.
Nola's injury occurred during agility work before a series against the Guardians, marking his first stint on the IL since 2017 due to a strained lower back.
Manager Rob Thomson emphasized the need to prioritize Nola's health, stating that the lingering nature of the injury should not prolong his issues further down the line.
Despite his struggles this season, with a 1-7 record and career-worst 6.16 ERA, Nola's previous season showed promise with a 14-8 record and 3.57 ERA.
Phillies hope to compensate for Nola's absence with Mick Abel's call-up; the 23-year-old has performed well in Triple-A with a 2.53 ERA.
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