Thompson (1-4) was a tough-luck loser on Monday, allowing two runs in seven innings against the Nationals. He surrendered seven hits, walked one, and struck out three.
The 22-year-old had been having a miserable go of things since joining the Phillies, holding a 9.78 ERA before Monday's start. The pitching prospect owned a 2.50 ERA for Triple-A Lehigh Valley, and should be given every opportunity to find Major League success in September with nothing left for the Phillies to be playing for. Thompson's next start should come Sunday against the Braves.