The Phillies, already with a surplus of pitching, could be in line to have a whole contingent of fresh and talented arms ready for the September stretch drive.

One of those arms will begin to get in gear this weekend.

The team announced today that Brett Myers, who had hip surgery in May, will start for Class A Clearwater Saturday night against the Tampa Yankees. If you're in the area, that game begins at 6:30 p.m.

Myers is scheduled to throw one inning.

The free-agent-to-be could be a big boost for the bullpen when he returns, and may even become a legitimate backup closer candidate if Brad Lidge's knee were to act up again.