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Don Mattingly News / The Good Phight / May 2
What do you think of Don Mattingly’s pitching staff usage so far? 
There have only been a handful of games in which to judge anything done by Don Mattingly so far. There really isn’t any discernable difference between him and Rob Thomson on much of anything that either does, but one thing does sort of stick out – he’s not a fan of letting starters go too long.
Bryce Harper News / Total Pro Sports / May 2
MLB Rumors: Bryce Harper Gets Early Predictions Amid Phillies Slump, AL Central Team Tops The List
The Philadelphia Phillies had a disastrous first month of the 2026 season, leading to the dismissal of manager Rob Thomson earlier this week. Bryce Harper also made a slow start to the campaign, although he is on a hot run of late.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / May 2
Phillies news: Alec Bohm, Alex Cora, Ryan Pepiot
Boy is it nice to have Zack Wheeler back in the rotation. Maybe the velocity isn’t all the way back just yet, but his ability to actually pitch makes everything he does have right now play up a bit more.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / The Good Phight / May 1
Chase the devil: Phillies 6, Marlins 5
What started as a pitchers’ duel and later opened up to look like a comfortable win became a nailbiter as the Philadelphia Phillies (13-19) defeated the Miami Marlins (15-17) by a score of 6-5 to secure their fourth straight victory.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Lou Trivino News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1
Lou Trivino Opts Out Of Phillies Deal
Veteran reliever Lou Trivino exercised the May 1 opt-out right in his minor league contract with the Phillies, reports Matt Winkelman. According to the MLB.com transaction tracker, the team then granted Trivino his release.
Chase Shugart Accomplished Rare Phillies Feat in Giants Doubleheader
It was all hands on deck for the Philadelphia Phillies when they took on the San Francisco Giants in a split doubleheader on April 30. Their game set for April 29 was postponed by Mother Nature, delaying the Phillies’ attempt to win consecutive games for the first time in nearly a month.
Trea Turner News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Trea Turner Update: Phillies Remove Shortstop From Lineup Before Marlins Game
The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to continue building momentum on Friday against the Miami Marlins. What began as a disastrous start to the 2026 season, one that ultimately led to longtime manager Rob Thomson being fired earlier this week, has suddenly shifted.
Kyle Schwarber Carried Phillies With Historic Play Against Giants
This has been a wild week for the Philadelphia Phillies, which started off with the major news of Rob Thomson being fired as manager. He was replaced on an interim basis by Don Mattingly, who has now overseen some incredible feats leading the Phillies.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Phillies’ Bryson Stott Reacts to Trea Turner Career News
The Philadelphia Phillies are struggling this season, holding a 12-19 record that leaves them fourth in the National League East entering Friday. Yet over their last three games, they have found some life, winning twice on walk-offs.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 1
Phillies Accomplish Feat Not Done in Over Two Decades Against Giants
For the first time in a month, the Philadelphia Phillies have won consecutive games as they look to put a brutal start to the season behind them. After playing 13 consecutive games against the Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves, the Phillies’ schedule started to ease up.
Bryce Harper News / Fastball on SI / May 1
This Blockbuster Bryce Harper Mock Trade Would Break the Internet
It's no secret that the Philadelphia Phillies didn't have the best first month of the 2026 season. While it's still early, that slow start could cause the Philadelphia front office to evaluate trade opportunities if things don't turn around soon.
MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 1
Tigers Wisely Seen as Potential Trade Partner if Phillies Look to Move Star
Despite a modest three-game winning streak for the Philadelphia Phillies, this is a team that is still (12-19) on the season. If the struggles continue, changes will have to be made, and they could elect for a reset. After the firing of Rob Thomson, the team has had a little bit of a jolt of energy.
Phillies’ Don Mattingly sings Brandon Marsh’s praises after Giants series
As the Philadelphia Phillies completed the sweep of the San Francisco Giants, the ball club, led by interim manager Don Mattingly, is seemingly going in a better direction since the firing of Rob Thomson.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1
Kyle Schwarber has Lou Gehrig-type day in doubleheader sweep of Giants
After a sluggish start and the firing of manager Rob Thomson, the Philadelphia Phillies seem to be getting back on track. On Thursday, they completed a sweep of the San Francisco Giants in a doubleheader, winning 3-2 in the first game and 6-5 in the second.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 1
Phillies vs. Marlins Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 1
Phillies vs. Marlins: The Philadelphia Phillies will start a four-game series on the road against the Miami Marlins this weekend. Game 1 takes place at LoanDepot Park on Friday evening.
Phillies' Justin Crawford Joins Elite Company With Walk-Off Hit
As the Philadelphia Phillies try to build some momentum following a major change, the team was able to win the first game of their doubleheader in thrilling fashion.
Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker / May 1
Kyle Schwarber has himself a day as Phillies sweep the Giants
Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber had quite a day on Thursday during a doubleheader against the Giants. The three-time All-Star went five-for-six with two doubles, two home runs, three RBI, three walks and didn't strike out. Schwarber in Game 2 was a perfect four-for-four at the plate after going hitless in Game 1.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 1
Phillies ride momentum of series sweep into opener vs. Marlins
The Philadelphia Phillies are showing signs of life under interim manager Don Mattingly. The Phillies will go for their fourth straight victory Friday night when they visit the Miami Marlins in the opener of a four-game series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 1
Phillies accomplish rare feat in doubleheader sweep of Giants
The Philadelphia Phillies have been one of the biggest disappointments in the early going of the 2026 MLB season, but Thursday's doubleheader sweep of the San Francisco Giants offered some encouragement.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30
Wild stat shows Kyle Schwarber is keeping up with Babe Ruth
Anytime your name is next to that of MLB legend Babe Ruth, you are doing something right.
Trevor Richards News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30
Phillies Select Trevor Richards
The Phillies made a move in between games of today’s double-header. Left-hander Kyle Backhus has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 27th, with left elbow inflammation.
Don Mattingly News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
Don Mattingly clears the air after sudden change of heart on managing
Months after he said he had no desire to be a manager in the big leagues again, Don Mattingly is back in that very role. The Philadelphia Phillies made
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / April 29
Trea Turner News / Just Baseball / April 27
The Phillies Need Way More From Trea Turner
The Philadelphia Phillies have a lot of problems right now. They just broke a 10-game losing streak, their longest of the 21st century. They’re tied with the Mets for the worst record in baseball.
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