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Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Phillies’ Bryce Harper Gets Bad Injury News Before Pirates Series

Right when Philly thought it got its captain back, Bryce Harper turned out to not be 100% after all. Although Harper successfully returned Tuesday after missing five games with a right elbow injury, he's out of the Phillies' lineup again Friday night for when they take on the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Alan Rangel News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 6

Phillies Recall Alan Rangel For MLB Debut

The Phillies announced that right-hander Alan Rangel has been recalled to the big league roster. He’ll be making his major league debut as soon as he gets into a game.

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Jesus Luzardo sets unflattering MLB record amid Cy Young meltdown

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Jesus Luzardo News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 6

Philadelphia Phillies Star Pitcher Experiencing Shocking Regression to Career Average

One of the biggest surprises of the 2025 season has been the emergence of the Philadelphia Phillies' new star pitcher Jesus Luzardo. The veteran lefty started the year on absolute fire over the first couple months of the season, jumping out to a 5-0 record and 1.95 ERA.

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Who has the best lineup in all of MLB? All 30 ranked

The 2025 MLB season has started with a burst of offense, and the rules changes of recent seasons have made lineups even more athletic. Through the first two months of the season, here's a look at the lineups in the game from best to worst.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 6

Phillies All-Star Pitcher Hasn't Reached His Peak Performance After Dominate Start

The Philadelphia Phillies biggest advantage coming into the 2025 MLB regular season over their competition was their starting rotation. Despite an injury and ineffective performance from veteran Aaron Nola, this unit still remains arguably the best one in baseball.

Orion Kerkering News / Athlon Sports / June 6

Phillies Bullpen Sends Strong Message to Orion Kerkering Amid Early Struggles

The Philadelphia Phillies have had a bullpen issue all season long. It's mainly been apparent with the departure of Jeff Hoffman and Carlos Esteves, leaving Orion Kerkering and Jordan Romano as the only high-leverage right-handed relievers.

Andrew Painter News / Last Word On Sports / June 6

Predicting When Phillies Andrew Painter Will Debut

Philadelphia Phillies top pitching prospect Andrew Painter is expected to debut in July. Painter has been expected to arrive in July for some time. However, the Phillies have recently provided more details on when this might specifically happen.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Fastball on SI / June 6

Philadelphia Phillies Pitcher Jesús Luzardo Makes History With Latest Meltdown

Through his first 11 starts in a Philadelphia Phillies uniform, Jesús Luzardo was pitching like a Cy Young candidate. The southpaw has looked like a Cy Yuck ever since.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 6

Phillies Starting Pitcher Deserves to Represent Team in MLB All-Star Game

The Philadelphia Phillies have been one of the best teams in baseball throughout the 2025 MLB regular season. That should result in several of their players representing the team in the All-Star game this year.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 5

Phillies Non-Tender High-Upside Player Previously Suspended for Betting Violation

It has not been a pretty stretch for the Philadelphia Phillies. Losers of two straight series and six out of their last seven games, all the positive momentum that seemed to have been built up during the second half of May has now seemingly evaporated, with the starting rotation having major questions and the offense looking abysmal.

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Who has the best rotation in all of MLB? All 30 ranked

Pitching wins championships, and reliable starting pitching is becoming tougher to find in MLB. After two months of the 2025 regular season, here's a look at how the MLB rotations stack up from first to worst.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Phillies Predicted to Cut Ties With J.T. Realmuto for Major Kyle Schwarber Reason

The Philadelphia Phillies have a few free agency decisions to make during the offseason, most notably with J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Schwarber. Allowing Schwarber to walk would be a massive mistake for the Phillies, as he's clearly one of the top power hitters in Major League Baseball.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 5

Phillies non-tender player coming off yearlong ban for betting on games

Infielder Jose Rodriguez has been reinstated from the restricted list and non-tendered by the Phillies, reports Matt Gelb of The Athletic.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 5

Jesus Luzardo sets unflattering MLB record amid Cy Young meltdown

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jesus Luzardo looked like a legitimate Cy Young Award candidate a week ago, but it would be an understatement to say the left-hander has completely lost his stuff.

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Alec Bohm News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Phillies Trade Idea Lands Blue Jays Star, Replaces Alec Bohm

Reports have started to suggest that the Toronto Blue Jays could move on from infielder Bo Bichette. When at the top of his game, he's one of the better shortstops in Major League Baseball, and has proven that throughout his career by earning two All-Star nods, a .289 average, and a 118 OPS+.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 5

3 Lefty Relievers With Electric 'Stuff' Phillies Should Target At Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies need bullpen help. Everyone knows that. The suspension of Jose Alvarado didn't help matters, taking one high-leverage bullpen arm out of the equation for a good chunk of the regular season and all of the playoffs.

J.T. Realmuto News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Phillies' J.T. Realmuto Sends Two-Word Message After Injury Scare

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto had a scary situation unfold during the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays. On a pitch from Jordan Romano, the batter fouled it off, right into Realmuto's groin.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Phillies' Rob Thomson Praises Mick Abel Amid Latest Start

The Philadelphia Phillies placed Zack Wheeler on the paternity list and brought up rookie Mick Abel for his second start. After his first outing, there was a lot of promise for the former top 100 prospect.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 5

ESPN MLB Insider Wants Philadelphia Phillies to Move Veteran and Make Room For Top Prospect

ESPN MLB insider/researcher Paul Hembekides would like to see the Philadelphia Phillies move shortstop Trea Turner to center field as early as Opening Day in 2026.

J.T. Realmuto News / Field Level Media / June 5

Phils await word on J.T. Realmuto (groin) ahead of finale vs. Jays

The Philadelphia Phillies will know more about the status of catcher J.T. Realmuto before the rubber match of their three-game series on Thursday afternoon against the host Toronto Blue Jays.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4

J.T. Realmuto exits game after getting hit by baseball in groin

J.T. Realmuto took an ugly shot during Wednesday’s game.

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Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / June 4

Phils RHP Aaron Nola (ankle) has throwing session scrapped

Out with a sprained right ankle, Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola was scheduled to throw a live batting session on Thursday, but manager Rob Thomson said on Wednesday that mild soreness in Nola's right side put the session on hold.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 5