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Aaron Nola aims to continue Phillies' strong pitching in clash vs. Padres

Over the last four games, Philadelphia Phillies starting pitchers have allowed just two runs in 26 2/3 innings. Right-hander Aaron Nola hopes to contribute to that run on Tuesday night when Philadelphia shoots for a series win over the host San Diego Padres.

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Should the Phillies move Trea Turner out of the leadoff spot?

Trea Turner had his best year as a Phillie in 2025, winning the first batting title in franchise history since 1958 and posting his best season by WAR (5.4) in Philadelphia and second best in his career while finishing fifth in MVP voting.

Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 26

1 Major Adjustment Has Andrew Painter on Track for Phillies

There was a lot of excitement surrounding Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Andrew Painter coming into the 2026 MLB regular season. He was the highest-ranked pitching prospect in the organization, and No.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / May 26

Phillies news: Nick Castellanos, Cristopher Sanchez, Dylan Cease

Back at .500, once again. Is this our new barometer for now? Is this the thing the Phillies need to keep accomplishing to make this season feel better?

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / May 25

How Jesús Luzardo stayed in control during ‘extremely rewarding’ outing for Phillies

SAN DIEGO — Jesús Luzardo laughed as he walked off toward the third-base dugout at Petco Park at the end of the sixth inning. His old teammate, Nick Castellanos, had driven a ball into fairly deep center field.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 25

Strong pitching effort helps Phillies shutout Padres

Kyle Schwarber and Brandon Marsh each homered, while Jesus Luzardo tossed six shutout innings as the visiting Philadelphia Phillies blanked the San Diego Padres 3-0 on Monday.

MLB News / Phillies Nation / May 25

Luzardo works out of trouble, pair of homers lift Phillies in win over Padres

On a Memorial Day game in San Diego, starter Jesús Luzardo pitched in and out of trouble and the offense provided just enough support via the long ball, as the Phillies defeated the Padres by a final score of 3-0.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 25

Phillies superstar Kyle Schwarber continues absurd home run tear against Padres

The Philadelphia Phillies received another massive swing from Kyle Schwarber on Monday night during the club’s matchup vs. the San Diego Padres at Petco Park.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 25

Three Weaknesses Phillies Offense Must Improve Upon Over Next 54 Games

The Philadelphia Phillies have officially hit Memorial Day, which is a time most organizations evaluate the state of their team. For the Phillies, Memorial Day is even more important.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / May 25

Bryce Harper gets absolutely roasted for how he brushes his teeth

Bryce Harper may have shown a bit too much of himself on social media, because the world will never let him live down how he goes about brushing his teeth.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 25

Phillies Veteran Sitting First Game of Series Against Padres

After finding a historic amount of success at the start of Don Mattingly’s tenure as interim manager, the Philadelphia Phillies have come crashing back down to Earth.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 25

Phillies Surprisingly Avoid List of Biggest Disappointments

The 2026 MLB regular season has been a roller coaster ride for the Philadelphia Phillies, featuring some wild peaks and valleys. There wasn’t a team more disappointing than them through the first month or so of the season.

Bryce Harper News / Total Pro Sports / May 25

Bryce Harper Reveals One Condition To Participate In The Home Run Derby

Bryce Harper had a disappointing 2025 campaign, as the Philadelphia Phillies faltered in the playoffs yet again after a dominant regular season. The two-time MVP garnered criticism from various quarters for his subpar showing.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 25

Phillies Shockingly Move Up in MLB Power Rankings

As the Philadelphia Phillies continue to rebound following a terrible start to the season, they had a bit of a hiccup last week. It wasn’t the best performance

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 25

Phillies, Guardians Starting Pitchers Made History in Duel

The weekend series between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Cleveland Guardians had the makings of some incredible pitching performances. Both teams have had their struggles offensively, and their best arms were going to be featured as starting pitchers at Citizens Bank Park.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 25

Phillies Owned by Yet Another Lefty in Loss to Guardians

The Philadelphia Phillies played a hard-fought, competitive series against the Cleveland Guardians, but ultimately fell short. After winning their first six series under interim manager Don Mattingly, they have now dropped two in a row, being defeated by the Cincinnati Reds and Guardians consecutively, losing four out of their last five games.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 25

Offense missing in action for Phillies, Padres entering series

If recent results are any indication, the visiting Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres might have a low-scoring series this week. The teams begin a three-game set late Monday afternoon, each looking for an offensive boost that hasn't happened as often as both would like.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 25

Phillies' Andrew Painter continues to show growth in loss to Guardians

Despite being on the losing end of his most recent start, Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Andrew Painter showed growth in his development as a starting pitcher.

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Taijuan Walker News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 23

Angels Sign Taijuan Walker To Minor League Deal

The Angels have signed right-hander Taijuan Walker to a minor league deal, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. Walker was released by the Phillies earlier this season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / HITC / May 23

Cristopher Sanchez is now four innings away from setting remarkable new Phillies pitching record

Cristopher Sanchez is now within touching distance of one of the most remarkable pitching records in Philadelphia Phillies history. The Phillies left-hander extended his active scoreless innings streak to 37 2/3 innings against the Cleveland Guardians, even though Philadelphia still lost 1-0 on Kyle Manzardo’s ninth-inning pinch-hit home run.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 22

Gavin Williams logs season high in work; Guardians need pinch-hit HR for win

Despite needing to wait until the top of the ninth to find their only run of the game, the Cleveland Guardians beat the Philadelphia Phillies 1-0 in an inter-league battle of contenders.

Guardians win 7th straight, nip Phils 1-0 on late pinch-hit HR

Cristopher Sanchez chasing down Phillies legend

Phillies Trade Andrew Baker To Rockies

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