The Phillies placed Suarez on the 10-day injured list Wednesday due to an unspecified issue, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.
Suarez was one of four Phillies placed on the IL on Wednesday, with no explanation provided behind any of the transactions. More clarity on Suarez's situation could come the next time manager Joe Girardi meets with the media, but for now, the 31-year-old's status for Opening Day in late July is muddled. Before MLB's shutdown in spring training, Suarez had been competing for a starting job with the big club, but he probably still finds himself on the outside looking in for a rotation spot even if Girardi opts for a six-man setup during the shortened season. The fact that Suarez is beginning summer camp on the IL will only further hurt his chances of handling a meaningful role with the Phillies when the season begins.