The Latest Breaking News from Bryce Harper

PHILADELPHIA — Phillies designated hitter Bryce Harper underwent “successful” Tommy John surgery with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles on Wednesday, according to a team press release. In the release, the Phillies said that Harper is expected to return as designated hitter by the 2023 All-Star break, and could return…

The Phillies’ star dealt with an injured right elbow last season that limited him to DH duties.

HOUSTON — Once it was over, Kyle Schwarber did what he almost always does after a game, win or lose. He sat down at his locker, cracked a beer, and decompressed with half a dozen teammates.

HOUSTON — Zack Wheeler had more to give.

This World Series has been an absolute success so far, a wonderful display of baseball and all the different ways it can thrill us. First, of course, was the Phillies’ six-run, extra-inning comeback win in Game 1, demonstrating the truth behind the “ain’t over till it’s over” Yogism. It also…

Trey Mancini and Chas McCormick came through when Houston needed them.

Verlander overcame an early jolt to grit out the victory that long eluded him, and rookie Jeremy Peña hit a go-ahead home run for a 3-2 victory.

PHILADELPHIA — As the Phillies took their positions and made a few warmup throws before the sixth inning Thursday night, Nick Castellanos squatted in right field, alone with his thoughts.

Justin Verlander gutted out his first Fall Classic win to put Houston one win away from the title.