Philadelphia Phillies star catcher J.T. Realmuto returned to active duty Saturday as the team activated him from the 10-day injured list.
The 35-year-old backstop had been sidelined since April 22 when he was placed on the IL due to back spasms that forced him out of action.
This season marks Realmuto’s eighth campaign with Philadelphia, where he’s posted a .259 batting average through 17 games, collecting one home run and driving in four runs. The veteran catcher brings impressive credentials to the lineup as a three-time All-Star selection and two-time Gold Glove award recipient.
To create space on their 26-man active roster for Realmuto’s return, Philadelphia released utility player Dylan Moore through designation for assignment. The 33-year-old Moore struggled in his debut season with the Phillies, failing to record a hit across 15 plate appearances.
