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Harper sidelined after taking fastball to knee

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Bryce Harper is out of the Washington Nationals' lineup Tuesday after taking a fastball off his right knee Monday against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Following the game, manager Dusty Baker said his slugger is considered day to day with a right knee contusion.

In 51 games this season, Harper has only been hit by two pitches. Aside from his one-game suspension earlier this month, this will mark the first time this season Harper misses a game due to injury.

This year, the 23-year-old is batting .242/.415/.535 with 13 home runs, 34 RBIs, and 48 walks.

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