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.

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper gave Rob Thomson some good news as he recovers from a wrist injury.

With Bryce Harper’s return to the active roster becoming more urgent, the Philadelphia Phillies are preparing to make a key decision that could impact the team’s immediate future.