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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 21
Phillies news: Bryce Harper, Gage Wood, Emmanuel Clase 
The team’s starting rotation is out and it should not be a surprise. Cristopher Sanchez will start the opener and will be followed by Aaron Nola and Jesus Luzardo.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 21
Formerly Hard-Throwing Lefty Won't Be On Phillies Opening Day Roster
The Phillies' bullpen picture continues to clear up in the final weekend of spring training, with the team reassigning another reliever to minor-league camp on Friday: left-hander Genesis Cabrera.
Andrew Painter News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 20
Phillies Finalize Opening Day Rotation With Andrew Painter Decision
One of the Philadelphia Phillies' top prospects, right-handed pitcher Andrew Painter, now knows whether he's starting the 2026 season in the majors or minors.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 20
Why Phillies Aligned Season-Opening Rotation The Way They Did
Phillies manager Rob Thomson finally revealed the order of his season-opening rotation, telling reporters Friday in Clearwater that Cristopher Sanchez will start on Opening Day and be followed in the first series by Aaron Nola in Game 2 and Jesus Luzardo in Game 3.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / March 20
Phillies Announce Bryce Harper News at Spring Training
Bryce Harper’s first seven seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies have been impressive, but he still remains in search of his first career World Series title.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 20
In gutting Harry the K’s, Phillies risk alienating fans by continually choosing corporate sponsors over tradition
As the Phillies continue to sell off more and more advertisements to corporate sponsors inside Citizens Bank Park, fans are beginning to wonder when enough is enough. The news of the Phillies parting ways with the Harry the K’s namesake struck a nerve.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 20
Camp notes: The one thing missing from Orion Kerkering’s Grapefruit League debut; Justin Crawford triples off Skubal
CLEARWATER, Fla. — Orion Kerkering’s first Grapefruit League outing of the spring was a mixed bag. He allowed one run on two hits and walked one batter.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 20
Cristopher Sánchez amped for Opening Day ‘honor’ as Phillies set starting rotation
CLEARWATER, Fla. — Left-hander Cristopher Sánchez looked into the stands at BayCare Ballpark on Friday afternoon and waved. It’s something he does whenever his fiancee, Kaimary, and his young son, also named Cristopher, come to watch him pitch.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Andrew Painter News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20
Andrew Painter Makes Phillies’ Opening Day Rotation
Phillies manager Rob Thomson informed reporters, including Scott Lauber of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the rotation is set for the beginning of the season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 20
Cristopher Sánchez to start on Opening Day for Phillies
CLEARWATER, Fla. — The matchup is set for Opening Day. Left-hander Cristopher Sánchez, a rising star over the past few seasons, will make the first Opening Day start of his career when the Phillies take on the Texas Rangers next Thursday afternoon at Citizens Bank Park, as announced by Major League Baseball on Friday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20
Phillies make roster decision on reliever before Opening Day
The Philadelphia Phillies are in the final steps before announcing their Opening Day roster for the 2026 MLB season. On Friday, the Phillies announced that left-handed relief pitcher Genesis Cabrera was reassigned to minor league camp.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / March 20
Bryce Harper Slams Critics Over Team USA WBC Backlash
Team USA fulfilled the expectations by reaching the 2026 World Baseball Classic final. However, they suffered a disappointing 3-2 loss to Venezuela in the championship game.
Dylan Moore News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 20
What Dylan Moore Triggering Opt-Out Means for Phillies
Certain MLB veterans on minor-league deals possess the ability this week to opt out of their contracts if they won't be making their current club's Opening Day roster.
Dylan Moore News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 19
Dylan Moore triggers opt-out in Phillies deal
Veteran infielder/outfielder Dylan Moore has triggered the uniform opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Phillies, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / March 18
Projecting The Phillies Opening Day Roster
With spring training coming to a close projecting the Philadelphia Phillies initial 26-man roster is becoming easier. The Phillies have made roster cutdowns narrowing some position battles.
Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / March 18
Bryce Harper had words for Nolan McLean after loss to Venezuela
Team USA concluded its 2026 World Baseball Classic without a gold medal to show. The Americans were stunned by Venezuela on Tuesday at loanDepot park in Miami, Fla., to the tune of a 3-2 score.
Kyle Schwarber News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19
Kyle Schwarber turns heads with what he did to his WBC silver medal
Another World Baseball Classic, another agonizing end to Team USA’s campaign. The silver medals Kyle Schwarber and Team USA received after losing to Venezuela on Tuesday at loanDepot Park in Miami, Fla., simply don’t sparkle like gold and serve as a reminder of the mission they fell short of.
Kyle Schwarber News / Total Pro Sports / March 18
Kyle Schwarber Reacts to Team USA’s Loss in Unexpected Way
Kyle Schwarber and Team USA suffered a huge blow against Venezuela after an intense WBC showdown. The tournament is over, and now it’s time to get back to Major League Baseball.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / March 18
Bryce Harper had classy gesture for Venezuela after losing WBC final
Bryce Harper stayed classy in defeat Tuesday as Team USA once again watched a rival nation take gold at the World Baseball Classic.
Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / March 17
2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Philadelphia Phillies
Yet again, the Phillies were bounced in the NLDS after winning the NL East. It was a tough blow for several reasons. But perhaps most notably, it meant the Phillies were likely due for roster changes, with several players going to market over the winter.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 18
MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas
Major League Baseball announced on Monday that Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas has received an 80-game suspension after testing positive for Boldenone, a performance-enhancing substance, in violation of Major League Baseball’s Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.
Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / March 16
Italy pivots to RHP Aaron Nola in WBC semis vs. Venezuela
Team Italy will turn to right-hander Aaron Nola as the starter for Monday's World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Venezuela at Miami, instead of right-hander Michael Lorenzen.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 14
Italy's Cinderella run continues into WBC semifinal
It is not quite midnight yet for Italy's Cinderella run at the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Jesus Luzardo News / Yardbarker / March 10
What Jesus Luzardo deal means for Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies opened their checkbook for a five-year extension for left-hander Jesus Luzardo, NBC Sports Philadelphia confirmed Monday.. ESPN’s
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