The Phillies optioned Mick Abel back to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Monday and recalled right-handed reliever Max Lazar.

Though Mick Abel made history in his major league debut on Sunday, the plan from the beginning was for the right-hander to make just one start with the Phillies. With José Alvarado serving an 80-game suspension after testing positive for exogenous testosterone,

Philadelphia Phillies starter Mick Abel thanked his supporters and the Phillies' organization for their support over the years in a heartfelt Instagram post.