Bowlan’s Rise in the Phillies’ Bullpen | Philadelphia Phillies News

Philadelphia Phillies Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 9, 2026 · 1m

Jonathan Bowlan has become the Phillies’ unsung hero in the bullpen, stepping into Brad Keller’s vacated eighth-inning role with electrifying results. After Keller’s Tommy John surgery sidelined him for the season, Bowlan—fresh off a trade from Kansas City—has thrived, posting a 2.81 ERA, 52 strikeouts, and just 10 walks in 41⅔ innings. His game has evolved: he’s embraced a sweeper slider as his new go-to against righties, while doubling down on his changeup against lefties—making his fastball feel even faster. With his velocity up nearly two mph and his pitch mix sharpened by pitching coach…