It was a night of mixed emotions for the Philadelphia Phillies, who battled past the San Diego Padres to clinch the series but were left holding their breath after outfielder Brandon Marsh went down with an injury scare.
The turning point came early, when Marsh was on first base and lunged awkwardly during a pickoff attempt, jamming his middle finger in the process.
Even though he wears protective sliding gear, the injury still occurred on his non-protected hand, leaving him visibly affected but not immediately sidelined.
Surprisingly, Marsh didn’t exit right away—he stayed in the game, added another hit to his night, and continued playing until he was eventually replaced in the outfield later on.
After the game, he remained upbeat, joking that he may start wearing sliding mitts on both hands moving forward to prevent similar mishaps.
Team officials later confirmed the injury as a sprained middle finger, with interim manager Don Mattingly describing it as a day-to-day situation, meaning his availability will depend on how quickly the swelling and discomfort improve.
Marsh himself noted that the issue affects him more when throwing than hitting, and he chose to be cautious while the game was already in hand.
Despite the scare, Marsh has been one of Philadelphia’s most dangerous hitters this season, delivering a breakout campaign that has boosted a struggling offense and made him an essential piece of their lineup.
With the team still fighting to stay in the playoff race, his health remains a key factor as they continue their stretch against tough opponents.
