This week's Phillies mailbag looks ahead to the trade deadline, the fifth spot in the starting rotation, and who will back up J.T. Realmuto once he's healthy.
This week's mailbag looks at the Phillies rotation with the pending return of Taijuan Walker, Ranger Suarez's contract, and when Aidan Miller might be MLB-ready.
Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker made his first rehab assignment start and Orinon Kerkering took a step closer to a return to the big leagues on Thursday night.