why is bryce harper not playing

Bryce Harper is not playing currently because he is under the weather with an illness. He missed consecutive games due to this illness, and Phillies manager Rob Thomson confirmed that Harper is out of the lineup as he recovers. Harper is considered day-to-day and there is no indication of any injury related to his wrist or other body parts; it's simply an illness causing him to sit out temporarily. The Phillies are hoping for his quick return as he is a key player for their postseason push.