The Phillies’ Mickey Moniak is trying to stay engaged in the game while recovering from a fractured right hand.
Phillies Mickey Moniak celebrates scoring on a J.T. Realmuto bases loaded double against the Pirates during the 2nd inning at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, FL, Tuesday, April 5, 2022.MIAMI — When Mickey Moniak was told he’d miss the first 4-6 weeks of the regular season with a bone fracture in his right hand after being hit by a pitch in his final spring training game, he wasn’t sure if he’d have to stay in Philadelphia, or head down to the Phillies’ facility in Clearwater, Fla.
But there’s no rushing a bone fracture, so Moniak is trying to be patient and take advantage of the opportunities he does have. He’s been shagging balls in the outfield, doing modified workouts, and base-running drills, all while wearing a small cast on his hand. He can’t swing a bat right now, but will start standing in on bullpens in a few weeks to keep his eyes sharp.