Phillies Place Closer Jhoan Duran on Injured List

Right-hander out with left oblique strain, team makes roster moves

Apr. 19, 2026 at 1:10am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting a baseball pitcher's throwing motion broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in navy blue, red, and white, conveying the complex challenges the Phillies' bullpen must navigate in Duran's absence.The Phillies' bullpen faces a critical test as they navigate Jhoan Duran's injury and search for a new closer to anchor their late-inning relief efforts.Philadelphia Today

The Philadelphia Phillies have placed closer Jhoan Duran on the 15-day injured list due to a left oblique strain. In corresponding roster moves, the team recalled right-hander Seth Johnson and utilityman Felix Reyes from Triple-A, optioned utilityman Otto Kemp, and released minor league outfielder Pedro Leon.

Why it matters

Duran has been a key part of the Phillies' bullpen this season, recording 5 saves with a 1.35 ERA. His absence will create a void in the closer role that the team will need to fill as they aim to remain competitive in the NL East division race.

The details

Duran's move to the IL was retroactive to April 19. The 28-year-old right-hander is 1-1 with a 1.35 ERA and 5 saves in 7 appearances this season. Johnson, 27, has a 9.72 ERA in 12 appearances over 3 seasons with the Phillies. Reyes, 25, is set to make his MLB debut after batting .272 with 48 home runs and 247 RBIs in the Phillies' minor league system.

  • Duran was placed on the 15-day injured list on April 19.
  • The roster moves were announced on April 19.

The players

Jhoan Duran

The 28-year-old right-handed closer for the Philadelphia Phillies who was placed on the injured list with a left oblique strain.

Seth Johnson

A 27-year-old right-handed pitcher who was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley by the Phillies.

Felix Reyes

A 25-year-old utilityman who was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley and is set to make his MLB debut.

Otto Kemp

A 26-year-old utilityman who was optioned by the Phillies.

Pedro Leon

A 27-year-old minor league outfielder who was released by the Phillies.

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What’s next

The Phillies will need to determine who will take over the closer role in Duran's absence. They recalled Seth Johnson and Felix Reyes, who could be options to fill in, but the team may also look to the trade market or promote from within their minor league system.

The takeaway

Duran's injury is a significant blow to the Phillies' bullpen, as he has been their most reliable closer this season. The team will need to find a suitable replacement to maintain their position in the NL East race, and the outcome of Duran's recovery will be crucial to their postseason aspirations.