Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber is a popular favorite ahead of Monday night's Home Run Derby in his home ballpark. Schwarber opened as the +350 favorite at BetMGM, with his odds shortening further to +310 while being backed by 24.8% of the total bets and 29.1% of all money wagered on the Derby winner.
PHILADELPHIA -- In a time when it's becoming increasingly common for players to opt out of the All-Star Game, the starting pitchers in Tuesday night's Summer Classic still see the occasion as career-defining.
When the starting lineups for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game were announced, the Philadelphia Phillies originally had only one starter who was voted in by the fans: outfielder Brandon Marsh.
Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper said Monday he would not have made a personalized Cameo video had he known that FanDuel would use it as part of a VIP promotion for a customer, Terry Thompson, who has since sued the sportsbook for allegedly taking advantage of his gambling addiction.
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?
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
It’s back. After 30 years of waiting, MLB’s Midsummer Classic has returned to Philadelphia. Replete with six Phillies participating, including their two biggest stars in Monday night’s Home Run Derby, the center of the baseball world resides in the City of Brotherly Love through Tuesday night’s All Star Game.
The Phillies' Kyle Schwarber will lead off for the NL in the All-Star Game as the replacement for Shohei Ohtani, while Riley Greene, Ben Rice and Cody Bellinger will start for the AL.
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Justin Crawford has been dealing with left knee soreness. The Phillies are monitoring Crawford’s injury status. According to MLB.com, Crawford, who was scratched from the lineup on Friday, has displayed improvement over the past couple days.
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
The Home Run Derby is tonight, featuring Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. My guess is that neither makes it to the second round on the evening. Had I a thought on who would win, give me Junior Caminero, who I believe is the most underrated hitter in the game today.
How many of the starting pitchers from the MLB All-Star Game since 2000 can you name in six minutes?
While the Philadelphia Phillies have played well over the last couple of months ever since Don Mattingly replaced Rob Thomson as their manager, they continue to have some definite holes that need to be plugged if they are to make serious noise in the Major League Baseball Playoffs this fall.
The All-Star break is here and all eyes are on Philadelphia as they host the festivities. So far, there has been a lot of excitement around the city with the Futures Game happening, the Draft taking place and all the happenings at All Star Village.
While not quite to the level of LeBron James in basketball, Bryce Harper has had sky-high expectations on him before he could legally drive -- including gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated at 16 years old.
A little over a week since the United States celebrated its 250th anniversary, more bombs will be bursting in the air when two Philadelphia Phillies participate
Zack Wheeler doesn't need your pity. The Philadelphia Phillies ace said he's declined an invite to the MLB All-Star Game after feeling "disrespected" over multiple snubs.
Zach Wheeler struck out 10 in six dominant innings and the visiting Philadelphia Phillies blanked the Detroit Tigers, 5-0, on Sunday afternoon. Wheeler, who refused to be an All-Star replacement after getting initially snubbed, improved his record to 10-1.
The Philadelphia Phillies have been making up ground in the NL East and are now sitting in second place. As the trade deadline approached on August 3, the Phillies are expected to be looking for an outfielder on the trade market.
Philadelphia Phillies' fans received the news that they have been hoping for for weeks, on Sunday. Ace left-handed pitcher Cristopher Sánchez will be the starting pitcher for the 2026 All-Star Game in his home stadium of Citizens Bank Park.
The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to be very active in the trade market. The Phillies got off to a brutal 9-19 start to the season, which resulted in Rob Thomson being relieved of his managerial duties.
There will be a familiar face on the mound at Citizen's Bank Park when the National League takes the field for the 2026 All-Star Game.
With another trade deadline approaching, the Philadelphia Phillies yet again require a series of big swings that put them on track to compete with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Though the Philadelphia Phillies will have six players represent them at the 96th All-Star Game, one will not be in attendance: Zack Wheeler.
The Phillies have moved on from veteran outfielder Dylan Carlson. He was released after spending a couple of months at Triple-A with the organization. Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer was first to report the move.
The Philadelphia Phillies have rallied from a brutal start this season and are in a great position to earn a spot as National League Wild Card team — at the very least.
Philadelphia Phillies left-handed starting pitcher Jesús Luzardo has continued to showcase his elite dominance on the road, boasting a 6-0 record and a stellar 1.38 ERA across his last 11 starts. The 28-year-old was selected to his first All-Star Game on Tuesday, July 7, as a replacement for Miami Marlins starter Max Meyer.
Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper became the latest All-Star to throw his hat in the ring on Thursday, announcing that he would take part in Monday's Home Run Derby.
With every big game improving Sal Stewart's chances at being named the National League Rookie of the Year, the Cincinnati Reds' first-year sensation hit two massive home runs on Wednesday night. Stewart went yard twice as the Reds beat the Philadelphia Phillies 11-5.
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