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Phillies To Sign Bryse Wilson

The Phillies have a deal in place with right-hander Bryse Wilson, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. It’s unclear if it’s a major league or minor league pact for the Pro Edge Sports Management client.

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Phillies Reportedly Looking For High-Leverage Relief Help

It's no secret that the end of the Philadelphia Phillies' 2025 season was in large part due to offensive slumping, but relief pitching continued to be an issue.

J.T. Realmuto News / Athlon Sports / December 12

J.T. Realmuto Receives Good News in MLB Free Agency After Phillies Report

The Philadelphia Phillies made their first big move of the offseason on Tuesday, re-signing left-handed slugger Kyle Schwarber to a five-year contract worth $150 million.

Tim Mayza News / The Good Phight / December 12

2025 Player Review: Tim Mayza

The team was in need of an arm once Jose Alvarado went down to injury. So they picked up Tim Mayza. That was something, wasn’t it? 2025 stats (w/ Phillies) 8 G, 7 1/3 IP, 20.6 K%, 11.8 BB%, 1.23 HR/9, 4.91 ERA (5.04 FIP), 0.0 fWAR What went right Mayza was perfectly cromulent while here.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 12

How are we feeling after the Winter Meetings?

Baseball’s offseason, just like its regular season, is a marathon not a sprint. But there are some checkpoints along the way that spur action, and one such checkpoint is the Winter Meetings.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

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MLB Insider Reports Phillies ‘Begging Someone’ to Take High-Priced Slugger

The Philadelphia Phillies had no intention of letting Kyle Schwarber get away in free agency. But there appears to be a player they’d love to ship off.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 12

Phillies News: Kyle Tucker, Kyle Schwarber, Winter Meetings Wrapup

Another Friday. Another day closer to the holidays. Links aren’t as good as holidays, but they’re almost as good. So here they are. Phillies news Which teams are the best fits for Kyle Tucker?

Rob Thomson News / Sport Relay / December 12

Phillies Lock In Manager Rob Thomson Through 2027

The Philadelphia Phillies are doubling down on stability by locking In Manager Rob Thomson through 2027. On the heels of re-signing their premier slugger, Kyle Schwarber, the front office announced a Rob Thomson contract extension that keeps the skipper in the dugout through the 2027 season.

Kyle Schwarber News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / December 11

Kyle Schwarber Talks Connection with Phillies Fans After Signing New Contract

Kyle Schwarber’s return to the Philadelphia Phillies for five more seasons was fueled by several factors. Sure, the contract is great. He’ll get paid $150 million over the next five seasons.

Nicholas Castellanos News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Phillies rumors: Philadelphia ‘begging’ for Nick Castellanos trade

The Philadelphia Phillies remain at the center of growing trade rumors as the club works to move veteran outfielder Nick Castellanos. Early in the process, the Phillies raised concerns related to Castellanos’s contract, challenges in the MLB outfield market, and the push toward a broader roster overhaul.

J.T. Realmuto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Phillies rumors: Writer suggests Philadelphia has made JT Realmuto ‘2-year offer’

The Philadelphia Phillies are once again at the center of MLB offseason attention, with new reports suggesting that the club has extended a contract offer to veteran catcher JT Realmuto.

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Phillies rumors: Will Philadelphia re-sign J.T. Realmuto, Ranger Suarez after Kyle Schwarber reunion?

Following a headline-making reunion with designated hitter Kyle Schwarber, the Philadelphia Phillies now face a serious financial dilemma. His five-year, $150 million deal tightens their budget, leaving the team to choose between two core pieces — J.T.

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Kyle Schwarber News / The Good Phight / December 11

Kyle Schwarber is back! Yay! However…

The news that broke on Tuesday that Kyle Schwarber has agreed to return to Philadelphia for the next five years was met with the appropriate levels of exuberance, cautious optimism and casual pessimism.

Tanner Banks News / The Good Phight / December 11

2025 Player Review: Tanner Banks

You would be forgiven if you often overlook Tanner Banks’ spot on the Phillies roster. Being a reliever who doesn’t throw hard and who occupies the third left-hander role in a bullpen isn’t exactly a formula for becoming a household name.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 11

Should Kyle Schwarber bat in front of or behind Bryce Harper?

The Phillies have checked the biggest item off of their offseason to-do list, as they have ensured that Kyle Schwarber will be back in Philadelphia for 2026 and beyond.

Yoniel Curet News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / December 11

Why Phillies Trade for Yoniel Curet Could be Steal for Pitching Staff

The Philadelphia Phillies selected three players in the Rule 5 Draft. But their biggest move became official afterward. The Phillies dealt right-handed pitcher Tommy McCollum to the Tampa Bay Rays for right-handed pitcher Yoniel Curet.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 11

Phillies News: J.T. Realmuto, Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso

It’s been nice to have a flurry of activity across baseball the last few days. The offseason is more fun when there are actual moves to be discussed, not just arguing over various rumors that may or may not be completely irrelevant.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 10

The $150K charitable component of Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber’s 5-year contract

The Philadelphia Phillies made sure their latest long-term commitment goes beyond the diamond. Slugger Kyle Schwarber’s new five-year, $150 million deal not only locks in one of baseball’s premier power hitters through 2030, but also ensures that his impact on the Philadelphia community is written directly into the contract itself.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / December 10

Phillies Announce Trade on Wednesday

The Philadelphia Phillies’ offseason has officially gotten underway, and the organization wasted no time making a splash. On Wednesday, the club secured its top free agent target, left-handed designated hitter Kyle Schwarber, to a five-year deal worth $150 million.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / December 10

Attention shifts to J.T. Realmuto after Kyle Schwarber signing: ‘I’m hoping at the end of the day, he’s back in Philadelphia’

Kyle Schwarber was in and out of Philadelphia on Tuesday. He underwent a physical examination to dot the i’s and cross the t’s on a new five-year contract with the Phillies.

J.T. Realmuto News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10

Phillies have offer out to J.T. Realmuto

The Phillies secured a reunion with one of their key veteran free agents Tuesday morning when they signed Kyle Schwarber to a five-year deal, and now it appears their attention will return to their other veteran hitter who reached free agency last month.

Rob Thomson News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

Phillies Extend Manager Through 2027 Season

The Philadelphia Phillies have extended the contract of manager Rob Thomson through the 2027 season, the team announced on Tuesday. Thomson has received a one-year extension in each of the past two offseasons.