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Phillies Announce Aaron Nola Status Update Before Padres Game

Prior to the start of the series between the San Diego Padres and Philadelphia Phillies, the Phillies announced they have reinstated veteran right-handed pitcher Aaron Nola from the paternity list.

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Phillies notes: Adolis García’s struggles, J.T. Realmuto’s wrist and Johan Rojas’ suspension

PHILADELPHIA — Adolis García came out to Citizens Bank Park on Monday to take some extra swings. It was an off day for the Phillies, who wrapped up a West Coast road trip on Sunday afternoon in Los Angeles, but the right fielder went to the stadium to work after going 0-for-17 in six games against the Padres and Dodgers.

J.T. Realmuto News / EasySportz / June 2

Realmuto Walks Away from Game After HBP — Wrist Contusion Confirmed

Realmuto didn’t just flinch — he walked off the field Sunday after getting hit by a pitch, and the Phillies aren’t treating it like a minor bump. According to ESPN, the veteran catcher left the game with a left wrist contusion after being struck by a 96-mph fastball from the Dodgers’ starter.

Tarik Skubal News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Phillies Not Fully Ruled Out in Potential Tarik Skubal Pursuit

The Philadelphia Phillies have crawled back into contention after beginning the season 9-19 and firing manager Rob Thomson. With Don Mattingly at the helm, they're now 30-29, 9.5 games behind the Atlanta Braves for the National League East lead and just 1.5 games back from a wild-card spot.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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Cristopher Sanchez News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 2

Phillies Make Ugly Franchise History Through 59 Games

May was a historic month for Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez, who pitched 39 innings and didn’t allow a single run. He has gone 44.2 consecutive innings without allowing a run, breaking the franchise record of 41 innings, set by Grover Alexander in 1911.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Phillies Facing Tough Call With Minor League Pitcher

The Philadelphia Phillies are facing tough decisions around their farm system as top prospects continue to shine. Most notably, the organization's No. 2 ranked prospect, right-handed pitcher Gage Wood, who is progressing quickly.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / June 2

Bullpen trust rankings: Which Phillies relievers can they trust entering June?

The Phillies’ offense has a problem, and the problem is that the Phillies’ offense is terrible. They’re a game over .500, a month and a week after being 9-19, because of their pitching staff.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / June 2

What Time Is The Phillies Game Today? Starting Pitchers, TV Channel & More

The Philadelphia Phillies return home looking to bounce back as they open a series against the San Diego Padres at Citizens Bank Park. Philadelphia has been searching for consistency at the plate, with the offense showing flashes of power but struggling to sustain production over recent games.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 2

Phillies Former All-Star Slugger Bounces Back in May

The Philadelphia Phillies are going to be back at home to start off June with a series against the San Diego Padres. After a great month of May, the team saw one of their struggling performers bounce back. Following their terrible start to the season, the Phillies were able to bounce back in a big way in May.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / June 2

When will enough be enough with the Phillies and Alec Bohm?

When the Philadelphia Phillies selected third baseman Alec Bohm out of Wichita State University, many expected him to quickly become a key piece in Philadelphia.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

J.T. Realmuto News / EasySportz / June 2

Realmuto Exits with Wrist Contusion After HBP — Game-Day Fallout Looms

Realmuto didn’t just get hit — he walked off the field, his left wrist wrapped, eyes locked forward. The Phillies’ star catcher exited Sunday’s game against the Dodgers after a pitch struck his left hand, not the forearm, not the shoulder — the wrist.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 2

Ranking Three Top Trade Chips for Phillies Entering June

The Philadelphia Phillies have been a team playing much better baseball of late. Following the terrible start to the year, they have turned it around. However, more work is still to be done. To start the campaign, the Phillies were one of the worst teams in baseball out of the gate.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 1

Phillies Need These Three Players to Improve in June

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into June over the .500 mark and looking to build some momentum now. Following a good West Coast trip to end the

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 1

Ranking 4 Phillies Players Who Performed the Best in May

The Philadelphia Phillies did a complete 180-degree turn in May compared to how they performed in March and April. They entered May with a 12-19 record, but clawed their way back to the .500 mark by the time the calendar flipped to June.

Aaron Nola News / The Lead / June 1

How Can Aaron Nola Turn Around His Disastrous Season?

Just two seasons ago, Aaron Nola was a reliable, above-average starter for the Phillies, pitching to a 3.57 ERA over 33 starts. The righty has been a cornerstone of Philadelphia’s rotation for the last decade.

Philadelphia Phillies News / HITC / June 1

What Cristopher Sánchez can do Tuesday that no Phillies pitcher has done in 115 years

Cristopher Sánchez has not given up a run since April 30, and the number has gotten big enough that his next time on the mound turns into appointment viewing.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 1

Phillies Facing Troubling Development After Dodgers Series Loss

The Philadelphia Phillies are back to their winning ways following a horrid 9-19 start which led to the firing of manager Rob Thomson. The organization named Don Mattingly as his replacement, and he has guided the team to a 21–10 surge that has them a game over .500.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 1

Phillies' Bryce Harper weighs in on looming labor strife

When Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper speaks, people listen. One of the more vocal characters in Major League Baseball, Harper is not shy to share his opinions on potential strife that the Major League Baseball Players Association and MLB face when the collective bargaining agreement expires Dec.

Phillies fans get crucial Mike Trout trade update

There's a new threat to trade for Tarik Skubal

Three potential trade candidates for the Tigers

Three potential trade candidates for Royals

One NL Central team is perfect trade partner for Freddy Peralta, Mets

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / May 31

Phillies C J.T. Realmuto hit by pitch, exits vs. Dodgers

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto departed Sunday's road game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fourth inning, one inning after he was hit by a pitch on the left wrist.