Bryce Harper is the most important player on the Phillies roster. They within two victories of defeating the powerful Houston Astros, because of Harper’s production and leadership.

Harper’s clutch home runs and overall offensive production led the Phillies on their magical deep postseason run.

Harper has arrived in Clearwater, Fla., to join his teammates. He has been recovering from Tommy John surgery in the offseason.

The Phillies superstar has been taking dry swings and light swings off a tee. But Harper is a few months from returning.

The Phillies original plan had Harper coming back by mid-July. Knowing Harper, he’ll want to return sooner.

Harper wants to play. He wants to compete and help his team. It’s the way that he’s wired.

Without Harper’s production and leadership, the Phillies won’t win a World Series in 2023. The Phillies must get this right. There’s no reason to rush Harper back and get faced with a setback.

Harper must be healthy and in the lineup, even if it’s solely as a designated hitter. He’s one the top hitters in baseball.

Over the last two seasons, Harper has .300 batting average with 53 home runs and 149 RBI in 240 games. He hit .349 during the postseason with six home runs.

The Phillies need to get Harper’s situation right. Their season depends on it.

Philadelphia Phillies superstar Bryce Harper. Photo courtsey of Eric Hartline/USA Today Sports, via Reuters

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