Hellickson scratched; Thompson fills in

Trade talks, potential rain put veteran on bench

July 28th, 2017

PHILADELPHIA -- has not been traded yet.
But a deal seems likely. The Phillies announced Friday night that Hellickson has been scratched from his scheduled start against the Braves at Citizens Bank Park. A source told MLB.com that no trade has been finalized, but the combination of trade talks and a potentially wet mound because of rain put Hellickson on the bench.
started in Hellickson's place.
It is no secret the Phillies have been trying to trade Hellickson, who will be a free agent following the season. He is 6-5 with a 4.73 ERA in 20 starts. He also makes $17.2 million, but the Phillies have told teams they are willing to pay some of the remaining salary to facilitate a deal.