Overview
- Realmuto left late Saturday against Atlanta with lower back tightness, and Rafael Marchán took over behind the plate in the seventh inning.
- Manager Rob Thomson said the issue began Friday on a play at the plate when Realmuto jammed his knee and back, and he added the knee checked out fine.
- Thomson said he doubts Realmuto will play Sunday and he does not expect an injured list stint, with more evaluation planned in the morning.
- Philadelphia lost 3-1 to the Braves and dropped to 8-12, adding pressure as the club navigates short-term lineup and catching duties.
- With only Realmuto and Marchán on the 40-man roster, a longer setback could prompt a waiver claim or minor trade, and the team plans rest first given Realmuto’s strong durability record.