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.

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper has returned to the starting lineup against the Toronto Blue Jays after he missed the last five games with a bruised right elbow.

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.