Harper hit one of two Philadelphia home runs in a six-run first inning off right-hander Bowden Francis in Tuesday’s series opener in Toronto.

Bryce Harper is returning to the Philadelphia lineup Tuesday night when the club plays north of the border against the Toronto Blue Jays. Harper, who has missed the last five games after being hit by a 95 mph fastball from Spencer Strider, is batting third and playing first base.

The Philadelphia Phillies appear to have avoided the worst with slugger Bryce Harper. Paul Casella of MLB.com reported that Harper doesn't believe he is heading to the injured list but that he is "super day-to-day" as he recovers from an elbow injury he suffered when he was hit by a pitch.