<p dir="auto"> <span>Phillies Bullpen Shuffled After Pop’s Calf Strain</span> </p> <p dir="auto">PHILADELPHIA — This week, the Philadelphia Phillies placed right-handed reliever <span> <a href="https://www.phiphilliesgear.com/jerseys/philadelphia-phillies-zach-pop-jersey" node="[object Object]" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Zach Pop</a> </span> on the 15-day injured list with a right calf strain, retroactive to April 13.</p> <p dir="auto">The mild strain occurred during agility work following a recent appearance. The team recalled left-hander Kyle Backhus from Triple-A to fill the roster spot.</p> <p dir="auto">Pop had posted a 3.68 ERA in seven early outings, providing bullpen stability. His placement follows Jonathan Bowlan’s groin injury just days earlier.</p> <p dir="auto">The double blow has tested Philadelphia’s relief depth amid an up-and-down start.</p> <p dir="auto">This latest injury highlights the physical toll of the season and the need for roster flexibility as the Phillies manage pitching resources in the NL East race.</p> <p dir="auto"> <span>Source:</span> MLB.com, Yahoo Sports, Southern Sports Today (April 15-16, 2026) <span> <a href="https://www.phiphilliesgear.com/" node="[object Object]" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Phillies Store</a> </span> </p>