The move is intended to give Abel a chance to reset, manager Rob Thomson said. Seth Johnson will take his spot on the roster.

Phillies Predicted to Cut Ties With Mick Abel and Two More MLB Players for Alex Bregman originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Abel struggled to keep the ball in the yard, allowing four home runs in just three innings of work. He became the first Phillies starting pitcher to allow 4+ home runs in 3-or-fewer innings since ...

Abel, who faces an uncertain future with the trade deadline approaching, struggled with his control, allowing five walks in ...