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MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 8

Phillies Beat Rangers to Snap Long Road Losing Streak Against Franchise

The Philadelphia Phillies can’t say they have a losing streak in Arlington, Texas, anymore. The Phillies defeated the Texas Rangers, 9-1, on Friday evening at Globe Life Field, with home runs from Kyle Schwarber, Brandon Marsh and Trea Turner helping them start their three-game series on the right foot.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8

Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber clips Globe Life Field pole for HR 41

Kyle Schwarber has treated Philadelphia Phillies fans to his fair share of first inning home runs. The Phillies slugger is known for hitting leadoff home runs.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 8

Phillies Recent Blowout of Orioles Featured Historic Home Run Occurrence

When the Philadelphia Phillies' offense is clicking on all cylinders, they have proven to be a very difficult team to beat. Alas, there have been some inconsistencies throughout the campaign.

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Mick Abel News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 8

Former Phillies Prospect Mick Abel Has Great Opportunity After Blockbuster Trade

The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing to start a long trip with their new-look roster after the trade deadline. As expected, the Phillies were extremely active at the trade deadline, making some roster improvements.

Brandon Marsh News / Just Baseball / August 8

The Phillies, Brandon Marsh, and the Pitfalls of Small Samples

Brandon Marsh took a lot of heat from the Philadelphia Phillies faithful at the beginning of the 2025 season. The 27-year-old outfielder got off to a rough start, going 4-for-42 over the first three weeks of the year.

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Phillies Prospect Aidan Miller’s Latest Milestone Makes Him Trea Turner Clone

The Philadelphia Phillies have several high draft picks that are getting close to their chance to play in the Majors. Pitcher Andrew Painter, Philadelphia’s first-round pick in 2021, could be called up sometime this year.

Jose Alvarado News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 8

Phillies Reliever Returns from Suspension with a Strong Rehab Outing

The first-place Philadelphia Phillies will soon get some big help for the back end of their bullpen. Jose Alvarado is set to return to the Major League roster on Aug.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 8

Phillies Could Receive Massive Boost When Two Former All-Stars Return

With a long road trip coming up for the Philadelphia Phillies, the team will be hungry to continue to hold on to first place in the National League East.

Jhoan Duran News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 8

Finding the Bridge to Jhoan Duran Should Be Top Priority Going Forward

The Philadelphia Phillies have been off to a nice start to August, winning four out of their first six games. At the trade deadline, the Phillies were aggressive, as many expected them to be, and made a couple of nice additions to fix the glaring issues that this team has had since the 2024 playoffs.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / August 7

Phillies Need to Stabilize Their Outfield Alignment Moving Forward

The Philadelphia Phillies should stabilize their outfield lineup after the conclusion of their six-day platoon. Johan Rojas was optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley to make room on the 26-man roster for trade acquisition Harrison Bader.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 7

The Phillies' Bullpen Will Have Two Aces Down the Stretch

The Philadelphia Phillies are entering the final stages of the season, clinging to their lead in the National League East. With the New York Mets trailing by less than three games, the Phils are poised for a playoff push as the dog days of summer wind down.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 7

Phillies embark on 9-game road trip, starting at improving Rangers

The Philadelphia Phillies will try to strengthen their spot at the top of the National League East when they battle the improving Texas Rangers on Friday in the opener of a three-game interleague series in Arlington, Texas.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber slugging his way into NL MVP race

The National League MVP race is going to be highly contested over the remainder of the regular season, and there is a new contender starting to emerge in the discussion.

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Dave Dombrowski News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 6

Dave Dombrowski Struck Again at MLB Trade Deadline To Put Phillies in Great Position

The Philadelphia Phillies knew that they had to address their bullpen and add some outfield depth ahead of the MLB trade deadline if they wanted to remain among the top contenders in the game.

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Jose Alvarado News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 6

Phillies Reliever Apologizes as he Prepares to Return From Suspension

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado returned to action on Tuesday, following an 80-game suspension after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 5

Taijuan Walker, Phillies blank Orioles for third straight win

Taijuan Walker pitched six solid innings and Max Kepler hit a two-run homer as the host Philadelphia Phillies topped the Baltimore Orioles 5-0 on Tuesday.

Jose Alvarado News / Field Level Media / August 5

Phillies' Jose Alvarado sorry as he nears return from 80-game ban

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado apologized to his team and its fans Tuesday as he nears his return from an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.