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Are The Philadelphia Phillies Doomed This Offseason?

After yet another disappointing playoff exit following an exciting regular season, it’s back to the drawing board for Dave Dombrowski and the Philadelphia Phillies.

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Perfect $48 million contract Red Sox must offer JT Realmuto to steal him from Phillies

The Boston Red Sox are making waves in free agency, and their recent interest in JT Realmuto represents a strategic power move that could reshape their 2026 season.

Dave Dombrowski News / The Good Phight / November 29

What if Dave Dombrowski went to the Angels?

Before Dave Dombrowski became the President of Baseball Operations of the Philadelphia Phillies, rumors were swirling about what his future might hold.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / November 28

What was the best bargain contract in Phillies history?

Everybody loves getting something cheaper than you thought you would. The thrill of receiving a bargain is a real thing, just ask one of the people who were camping outside of a Wal-Mart last night and this morning.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

The 'Multiple MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Kyle Schwarber News / The Good Phight / November 27

Phillies news: Kyle Schwarber, NL East, Anthony Rendon

It’s Thanksgiving and we need some news. There has been a trickle so far, but I want the waterfall. Oh well, I’m thankful for you, the readers, for keeping this ship afloat.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Shohei Ohtani News / The Good Phight / November 26

The Phillies vs. Shohei Ohtani, part three

We’ve already looked at part one and part two of the NLDS between the Phillies and Dodgers, a series in which the former almost completely dominated one Shohei Ohtani.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / November 26

2025 Player Review: Walker Buehler

Sometimes over the course of a long baseball season, opportunities arise and something unexpected happens. The Phillies experienced something along those lines in August when they learned that Zack Wheeler had a blood clot that ultimately required thoracic outlet surgery and kept him out for the rest of the season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / November 26

Which Phillies do you think will play in the World Baseball Classic?

It happens every couple of years. It’s like the Olympics, but it involves baseball. Although the Olympics sometimes have baseball. So disregard that. The point is, the World Baseball Classic is coming.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / November 26

Phillies news: J.T. Realmuto, Cristopher Sanchez, Ketel Marte

Thanksgiving is still one day away and it’s a perfect time to ask those who celebrate. When do you start listening to Christmas music? I wait until after I’ve had dinner on Thanksgiving.

J.T. Realmuto News / Larry Brown Sports / November 26

Red Sox linked to a three-time All-Star in free agency

The Boston Red Sox are apparently hitting multiple fronts this offseason in an effort to improve.

Red Sox add needed second starter in trade with Cardinals

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

Kyle Schwarber News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Phillies, Kyle Schwarber News Emerges on Tuesday

Left-handed slugger Kyle Schwarber remains one of the most impactful bats in MLB free agency. His four-year, $79 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies signed in March of 2022 has come to a close, making him an unrestricted free agent.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 25

Potential Ketel Marte trade will be expensive

Diamondbacks 'listening' to Ketel Marte offers, but trade will be expensive

Marte has been the primary second baseman for the Diamondbacks since the 2022 campaign.

A hypothetical Braves trade with the Diamondbacks for Ketel Marte

Red Sox add needed second starter in trade with Cardinals

The 25 greatest performances in the MLB All-Star Game

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

J.T. Realmuto News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 25

Red Sox interested in J.T. Realmuto

The Red Sox are showing interest in free agent catcher J.T. Realmuto, per a report from Ken Rosenthal and Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic, though they note that there’s still an expectation Realmuto will re-sign with the Phillies.

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The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz

The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

Kyle Schwarber News / Viral Sports News / November 25

Phillies Connected to $180 Million Move Amid Kyle Schwarber Rumors

As the Philadelphia Phillies head into what many consider the most critical winter in years, president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski knows the pressure is on.

Adolis Garcia News / Yardbarker / November 26

Three potential landing spots for Adolis Garcia

Garcia became a somewhat surprising addition to the free-agent class. Here are three suitors that make sense for the two-time All-Star.

Three KBO stars who MLB teams should pursue

Biggest factor that may keep Kyle Tucker from cashing in during MLB free agency

Could Dodgers look to pair of familiar faces to address needs?

The 25 greatest MLB players to never win an MVP

The '2024 MLB extra base hits leaders' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / November 24

Phillies Expected to Capture $160M Free Agency Prize in New Projection

The upcoming offseason features few free-agent storylines as compelling as Philadelphia Phillies’ free agency slugger Kyle Schwarber’s next contract. The Athletic’s Jim Bowden recently forecasted that the left-handed masher will land a staggering $160 million deal, a figure that would place him among the richest designated hitters ever signed.

Alec Bohm News / Total Apex Sports / November 22

Alec Bohm’s Bold New 2026 Contract

Alec Bohm has shut the door on the past and opened a new chapter for the 2026 season. The Philadelphia Phillies opted to tender Bohm a contract ahead of the non-tender deadline, signaling that he remains part of the team’s plans for now.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Phillies make flurry of free agency moves

The Philadelphia Phillies won their second straight NL East crown before losing in the Division Series for the second year in a row. Despite finishing the 2025 campaign with the second-best record in baseball, the Phillies face fallout following another early playoff exit.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

Non-Tendered Players Who Could Fit on the Phillies

Several recent non-tendered players from other teams could be a fit for the Philadelphia Phillies. The Phillies recently decided to non-tender pitchers Michael Mercado and Daniel Robert.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / November 21

Phillies Tender Contracts to All Arbitration-Eligible Players and Sign Two More

Free agency in baseball can be a stressful time for fans. Seeing reports and teams linked to certain players keeps audiences on edge during this time of year.

Alec Bohm News / Athlon Sports / November 21

Phillies Announce Alec Bohm News on Friday

As the Philadelphia Phillies prepare for the 2026 season, the front office is ready to adjust the core as necessary to finally get over the hump. Despite back-to-back NL East division titles, the Phillies have failed to reach the NLCS in both years.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / November 19

Philadelphia Phillies 2025-2026 Offseason Wishlist

The Philadelphia Phillies are coming off another wildly successful regular season, but that’s where the accolades end. Sure, they won 96 games and easily secured their second consecutive NL East title.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Fixing the Phillies Outfield: All the Big Names Available

The Philadelphia Phillies don’t have many holes on paper, but the team’s outfield has been a carousel of underperformers for quite some time. Outside of a hefty contract handed to Nick Castellanos in 2022, the Phillies’ outfield DNA has been by committee.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Phillies select Andrew Painter, two others to 40-man roster

The Philadelphia Phillies added three prospects to their 40-man roster on Rule 5 protection day: pitchers Andrew Painter and Alex McFarlane and outfielder Gabriel Rincones Jr.

Ryan Howard News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

The 'MLB yearly runs created leaders' quiz

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / November 17

2025 MLB Season Recap: Philadelphia Phillies

Despite a 96-win season, the 2025 Phillies had their season end in a similar fate, compared to 2024. Philadelphia’s offense went quiet in the NLDS against the Dodgers, the team ultimately beat the Phillies after an error from Orion Kerkering sealed the reigning NL East champion’s fate.