Johan Camargo Begins Rehab Assignment, Bailey Falter Recalled

Originally posted on FanNation Inside The Phillies
By Lauren Amour | Last updated 6/17/22

The Philadelphia Phillies announced a multitude of moves on Friday morning.

First, Bailey Falter was called-up as part of the double-header against the Washington Nationals. He will start game 2, slated to begin at 7:05 p.m. It will be Falter's third start on the year, in which he's pitched to a 4.20 ERA.

Next, infielder Johan Camargo, who's been on the 10-day injured list since June 7, will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Getting Camargo back will be huge for the Phillies, as he's been solid off of the bench this year for Philadelphia. He's been a great defensive replacement at shortstop, second base, and third base, and has trickled three home runs and 15 RBI across 143 plate appearances as well.

Especially with Jean Segura out for the foreseeable future, Camargo will be a great substitute at second base.

Left-handers Ryan Sherriff and Kent Emanuel, acquired in the offseason and have yet to appear in a major league game for the Phillies, also had their rehab assignments transferred. Sherriff will join the IronPigs, while Emanuel will continue his rehab with Double-A Reading.

Getting these two left-handed options back will prove to be beneficial for the bullpen, who lack lefty arms and has struggled throughout the season. The Philadelphia bullpen can use all the depth it can get.

Lastly, JoJo Romero, who officially began his comeback to the majors on June 14, had his rehab transferred from the FCL Phillies to the Low-A Clearwater Threshers.