After missing most of September, Phillies shortstop Trea Turner will return to the lineup for Sunday's regular-season finale, manager Rob Thomson said.

Following Saturday night's loss to the Minnesota Twins , Thomson confirmed Turner will play in Sunday's game and confirmed he will start at shortstop.

"Now, don't be shocked if he comes out early," Thomson said.

When asked what led to Turner rejoining the lineup Sunday, Thomson said he's been wanting to play and that the trainers deemed him healthy.

Turner has been sidelined since Sept. 7 after sustaining a Grade 1 right hamstring strain during a loss to the Miami Marlins. He was placed on the 10-day injured list the following day.

Since then, the Phillies have clinched the National League East title and secured a first-round

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