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Aidan Miller injury and recovery

Overview

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop prospect Aidan Miller has faced significant setbacks due to a lumbar spine injury involving discogenic pain and facet inflammation. The condition required medical procedures and an extended recovery period, delaying his progress toward a major league debut.

Following extensive therapy and medical consultations, Miller is scheduled to begin a rehabilitation assignment with the Low-A Clearwater Threshers. The plan involves playing five innings at shortstop, marking his first game action of the 2026 season since being sidelined in September 2025. Depending on his progress, the organization is considering further assignments with the Triple-A Lehigh Valley team and potentially the Arizona Fall League.

Entities

Philadelphia Phillies · Aidan Miller · Lehigh Valley IronPigs · Bryan Rincon · Clearwater Threshers

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Aidan Miller set to begin rehab assignment with Clearwater Threshers

    Philadelphia Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller is returning to game action with the Clearwater Threshers following a long-term back injury.

  2. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Philadelphia Phillies prospect Aidan Miller faces injury setback

    Philadelphia Phillies shortstop prospect Aidan Miller is sidelined by a lumbar spine injury involving discogenic pain and facet inflammation, delaying his potential major league debut.

Sources

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