The Philadelphia Phillies are in the middle of a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
The Phillies won the first game of the series 10-7 on Monday night. Game 2 is scheduled to begin at 6:40 p.m. EDT on Tuesday. There is rain in the forecast in Philadelphia, however, so fans should prepare for a delay or postponement.
Ahead of Game 2 of the big-market series, a 5-year MLB player reportedly joined the Phillies.
5-Year MLB Player Bryan De La Cruz Joins Philadelphia Phillies During Los Angeles Dodgers Series
GettyCLEARWATER, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 19: Bryan De La Cruz #41 of the Philadelphia Phillies poses for a portrait during photo day at BayCare Ballpark on February 19, 2026 in Clearwater, Florida. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
The Phillies have yet to announce a roster move regarding Cruz, but he is currently with the big-league squad.
Via OnPattison’s Tim Kelly on X: “Bryan De La Cruz just walked into the clubhouse FWIW. His name plaque has a No. 41 by it. Still waiting on any announcement.”
Via Kelly: “Don Mattingly says the Phillies think they will have a roster move to open up a 26-man roster spot for Bryan De La Cruz before the game, but not ready to announce anything still.”
Cruz, 29, has been playing for the Phillies’ Triple-A squad this year. In 84 games with the IronPigs, Cruz has slashed .269/.358/.448 with 12 home runs, 19 doubles and 56 RBI.
More to come.
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