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Baltimore, MD (SportsNetwork.com) - The New York Yankees activated pitcher David Phelps from the 15-day disabled list before Friday's doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles.

Phelps had been out since Aug. 4 with right elbow inflammation.

In his last appearance the day before, the right-hander gave up five runs in a two-inning start in Boston.

Phelps is 5-5 this season with a 4.24 ERA in 26 appearances, including 17 starts since he was forced into the rotation because of injuries.