He returned to the Phillies on September 4 and pitched out of the bullpen the following day. It was speculated in the media that Myers would be used in the closer's role again because of Brad Lidge's struggles. However, the possibility was shot down by Phillies manager Charlie Manuel who said Myers "has soreness, which is kind of normal because he missed so much time." After the 2009 World Series, Myers filed for free agency after the Phillies informed him that they would not be pursuing a new contract with him.