Manager Rob Thomson shares encouraging news on Bryce Harper’s injury progress as the Philadelphia Phillies prepare to face the Miami Marlins. Updates also include Aaron Nola’s recovery status.

The Philadelphia Phillies are getting a big piece of news just over a month away from the trade deadline as Bryce Harper is nearing his return.

PHILADELPHIA − Bryce Harper passed the first test in his recovery from a wrist injury that has sidelined the Phillies star since June 6. But Harper's reaction when he was asked June 20 if he feels like he's close to returning made it seem like that's all it was − a first step in a long process.