Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper has small tear in UCL, can't throw for four weeks

The manager of the Philadelphia Phillies said that outfielder BryceHarper will not throw a baseball for four weeks because of a small tear in his right ulnar nerve.

The doctor who confirmed the tear was Neal ElAttrache of Kerlan-Jobe in Los Angeles.

After the four weeks are up, the pitcher will start a throwing program, according to the manager. He can swing a bat, and he will be used as a designated hitter.

The reigning NLMVP is hitting six home runs and 19 runs this season.

Harper, who has played only right field in eight of the 31 games in which he has appeared this season, told reporters that he misses playing. It has been difficult. I would like to get back out there. I want to help the team on both sides of the ball. I don't like playing right field.