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Philadelphia Phillies' Vince Velasquez pitches during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Wednesday, June 8, 2016, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
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Vincent Velasquez Injury: Updates on Phillies SP's Biceps and Return

Tyler ConwayJun 8, 2016

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Vincent Velasquez left a June 8 game against the Chicago Cubs after just two pitches with a biceps injury to his throwing arm and was placed on the disabled list on June 10. However, he is ready to return. 

Continue for updates.


Velasquez Returns from Disabled List

Monday, June 27

The Phillies announced Velasquez's return to the major league roster but did not announce a corresponding roster move.


Velasquez Lands on 15-Day DL with Biceps Strain

Friday, June 10 

The Phillies announced righty Luis Garcia has been recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take Velasquez's roster spot.


Velasquez Comments on Injury

Wednesday, June 8 

Velasquez told reporters he "isn't worried" about his injured biceps.


Velasquez Has Emerged as Bright Spot for Surprising Phillies

A revelation early in the season, Velasquez has come back to earth a bit in recent starts. He began the season by posting wins in four of his first five starts but was 1-1 with a 6.00 ERA and 1.67 WHIP over his last six heading into Wednesday. This was his fourth consecutive start not lasting through the fifth inning.

Overall, Velasquez is 5-2 with a 3.65 ERA and 1.26 WHIP. He's fourth in strikeouts on the Phillies' roster with 73 strikeouts.