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Phillies Seen as Best Fit for Talented Slugger Who is Unlikely To Be Traded
As the Philadelphia Phillies look to continue to build on their success after getting 10 games over the .500 mark, the team must continue to think about ways to improve. It has been a really strong stretch of late for the Phillies, who have been able to make up some serious ground in the National League East.
Kyle Schwarber News / Athlon Sports / July 6
Kyle Schwarber Facing Career Decision Away From Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies have turned it around after a terrible start to the 2026 MLB season. After a 9-19 slump to begin the year, they are now 50-40, only three games back of the first-place Atlanta Braves in the National League East.
Zack Wheeler News / Athlon Sports / July 6
MLB Facing Backlash for Zack Wheeler Decision
Zack Wheeler’s absence from the initial National League All-Star Game roster has become one of the more heated topics heading into the Midsummer Classic, and his longtime agent believes the MLB got it wrong.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 6
MLB has an All-Star Game selection problem
MLB gives the entirety of its vote regarding the starting lineup to the fans, with no input from the media or players around the league on that part of the roster, making the process subject to manipulation.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Phillies Have New Top Need That Must Be Upgrade Before Trade Deadline
As the Philadelphia Phillies get set to finish up their series against the Kansas City Royals, the team will be really starting to think about ways to improve this summer. Despite the Phillies playing some great baseball, this is a team that does have a couple of areas of concern heading toward the All-Star break.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / July 6
Three up, three down: week of June 29 – July 5 
It was a hot one this week in Philadelphia, a heatwave engulfing the city during the series against the Pirates. It showed on Thursday when it looked like the team was barely able to stand, squeaking out a series split with Pittsburgh, but hey.
Alex Cora News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 6
Phillies Expected To Beat Out Rivals To Hire Alex Cora as Manager
The Philadelphia Phillies were one of several teams to make a managerial change during the 2026 MLB regular season. However, unlike some of their peers, such as the Boston Red Sox and New York Mets, the Phillies have thrived.
Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / July 6
Phillies All-Star LHP Cristopher Sanchez looks to improve road numbers at Royals
Cristopher Sanchez was named an All-Star for the second time, but the left-hander has struggled lately on the road for the Philadelphia Phillies. Meanwhile, Kansas City left-hander Noah Cameron continues to have his own mound issues during a second major league season.
Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6
Bryce Harper says he will compete in the Home Run Derby on one condition
Bryce Harper is conditionally placing his name in the 2026 Home Run Derby field. The Philadelphia Phillies star first baseman Harper spoke Sunday to Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 5
Phillies' Bryce Harper needs to do one more 'big thing' before 2026 MLB Home Run Derby
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper is seeking to find one thing before participating in the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Jean Cabrera News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5
Phillies Designate Jean Cabrera, Sign Bryan De La Cruz To MLB Contract
The Phillies announced that outfielder Bryan De La Cruz has been signed to a Major League contract, a day after De La Cruz was released from his previous
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 5
Phillies' Jhoan Duran has 'dream come true' after first All-Star selection
Hosting the 96th annual All-Star Game, the Philadelphia Phillies will have five players represent them when the game kicks off on July 14.
Bryce Harper News / Yardbarker / July 5
Phillies' Bryce Harper won't be snub for the Midsummer Classic
One of the greatest showmen in Major League Baseball will have his talents on full display during the 96th All-Star Game.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 5
Phillies using 'whole roster' to success against slumping Royals
While the Philadelphia Phillies will have at least five All-Stars this season, Saturday's contest proved that their talent runs much deeper. The surging Phillies look for their ninth win in 12 games when they visit the Kansas City Royals in a Sunday matinee.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 4
Phillies use homers to coast to series-opening win over Royals
J.T. Realmuto, Gabriel Rincones Jr. and Alec Bohm homered in support of Jesus Luzardo as the visiting Philadelphia Phillies topped the Kansas City Royals 6-1 in Saturday's opener of a three-game set.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4
Phillies Acquire $250K Of International Bonus Money From Guardians
The Phillies have added $250K of international bonus pool space in a trade with the Guardians, as Cleveland will receive minor league right-hander Ryan Degges in return. Both teams have announced the trade.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Rays' Junior Caminero continues HR tear in win over Astros
Red hot like the weather across the country, Junior Caminero hit another home run on Friday as part of a Tampa Bay Rays' win to open up the holiday weekend.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 3
Is Trea Turner's recent performance for Phillies a reassuring sign of his comeback?
Trea Turner's recent turnaround could be a positive sign of him making a comeback this season. The Phillies certainly hope so.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Breakout performance from surprising rookie helping to drive Pirates offense
The Pittsburgh Pirates are still hovering around the .500 mark and on the fringes of playoff contention thanks to this surprising rookie.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 2
Zack Wheeler displeased despite Phillies win over the Pirates
The Philadelphia Phillies offense came to life again against the Pittsburgh Pirates, plating 10 runs to the Pirates' six, to combine for 18 runs scored in the past two games.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes
The Pittsburgh Pirates might have a Paul Skenes problem.
Justin Crawford News / Yardbarker / July 1
Justin Crawford's in-season adjustments paying dividends
The grind of a 162-game season has not been kind to Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Justin Crawford. However, some in-season adjustments have helped the 22-year-old find his stroke at the plate of late.
Aaron Nola News / Yardbarker / June 29
Aaron Nola's struggles should push Phillies to make move ahead of trade deadline
Aaron Nola's latest dud should be all the Philadelphia Phillies need to see to make adding to the starting rotation the team's top priority ahead of the 2026 trade deadline.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 29
Brandon Marsh continues to show why he's an All-Star
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh is on a quest to be named to his first All-Star team and is likely to be named a starter for this season's
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 28
Kyle Schwarber mashes MLB-leading 30th home run, sets Phillies record
Schwarber has been the best home-run hitter in Major League Baseball this season, and he continued that on Sunday by clubbing his 30th of the season for the Philadelphia Phillies in their 5-4 win over the New York Mets.
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