Weston Wilson strained his oblique five weeks ago, the day before spring training games began, and was expected to miss six weeks. On Saturday, he took batting practice on the field in Clearwater for the first time since the injury.

Ranger Suarez, a 2024 All-Star, could be the most expendable option. The left-hander will open the season on the injured list and is set to reach free agency after the year. While Philadelphia has financial flexibility, it must address multiple roster spots next offseason.

Philadelphia Phillies left-handed pitcher Ranger Suarez (back) completed a successful 26-pitch bullpen session on Saturday. Corey Seidman of NBC Philly reported that the southpaw still has several steps before he's ready to embark on a rehab assignment.