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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 24

Who will be the pleasant surprise the Phillies desperately need?

For a few moments on Saturday, Phillies fans forgot about the drama. Justin Crawford, the left-handed-hitting rookie who everyone expects to be the everyday center fielder this year, walloped a ringing line drive double off the left-center field wall in his first plate appearance of spring training.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 24

NBC Sports Philadelphia executive explains decision to let go of Taryn Hatcher

Changes are coming to Phillies television broadcasts. Mike Schmidt, a part-time Phillies broadcaster since 2014, has chosen not to return this year. The network also eliminated the sideline reporter position, meaning Taryn Hatcher won’t be back.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 24

Mike Schmidt won’t return to Phillies broadcast booth in 2026

No more Sundays with Schmidt. Mike Schmidt won’t be back on Phillies television broadcasts this year, Tom McCarthy confirmed on X over the weekend. McCarthy said that it was Schmidt’s decision to step away from broadcasting, and that he still plans on participating in team-related events this year.

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MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 24

What Happened in Phillies' Untelevised Tie at Nationals

The Phillies played a rare night spring training game Monday on the opposite coast of Florida from Clearwater, nearly four hours away at the Nationals' West Palm Beach home.

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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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 24

Phillies notes: Justin Crawford, Kevin Long, Michael Conforto

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Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

The Phillies’ player with most to prove in spring training

The Philadelphia Phillies are in a strange position as they prepare for the 2026 season. They were big winners last year, rolling to a 13-game edge over the second-place New York Mets.

Matt Strahm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

How Phillies’ Matt Strahm trade helped land truly unique bullpen arm

As the past decade-plus of baseball has shown, putting together an elite bullpen is the key to consistently making it deep into the playoffs. Having composed

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23

Bryce Harper has praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin.

Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected

Pirates’ most interesting non-top 30 prospect

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 23

Notes on Every Phillie in Monday's Lineup at Faraway West Palm Beach

A similar group of position players to the one that played in Dunedin Saturday in the Phillies' Grapefruit League opener took the near-four hour trip across Florida from Clearwater to West Palm Beach for Monday's game.

Justin Crawford News / Athlon Sports / February 23

Will Justin Crawford Key Your Fantasy Team (and the Phillies) to a Title?

One of the most intriguing names and exciting players who will emerge in fantasy baseball in 2026 is Justin Crawford. The Phillies are expected to turn to the 22-year-old Crawford in CF this season.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 23

Spring Training Weekend Notes

The Phillies kicked off the start of their season over the weekend with games against the Toronto Blue Jays and Pittsburgh Pirates. Many of the names competing for the final few spots in the bullpen and bench played and look to make good impressions for the rest of camp.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 23

Q&A with Phillies hitting coach Kevin Long: Crawford, García, Harper and managing platoons

CLEARWATER, Fla. — The Phillies lineup will once again feature many familiar faces. The Phillies are turning over roughly 23% of plate appearances taken from 2025 to 2026.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 23

Early Phillies Opening Day Roster Projection Includes Potential Mystery Man

With the first weekend of Phillies spring training games in the books, let's try our hand at an early Opening Day 26-man roster projection. J.T. Realmuto enters Year 8 as the Phillies' starting catcher.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 23

What is one impression you got from watching the Phillies this weekend?

We finally got some live Phillies baseball that we can watch this weekend and that means we can make some initial impressions. There were two games that we could draw from: one in which some of the kids started and played a bit and one where the regular lineup looked a little more intact.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 23

Phillies news: Jose Alvarado, Don Mattingly, Rhys Hoskins

As many people are now snowbound again thanks to a blizzard in the region, I’d invite you to partake in some of the latest news around the team. On to the links.

Aidan Miller News / Phillies Nation / February 22

Injury updates: Aidan Miller dealing with back soreness

Phillies Injury Updates INF Aidan Miller (low back soreness) Status: Receiving treatment Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller is dealing with low back soreness, per Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / February 22

Top Phillies Prospects Who Could Make an Impact in 2026

After falling short of reaching the World Series yet again in 2025, the Philadelphia Phillies have had a relatively quiet offseason. The radio silence has been a head scratcher to most, with the Phillies’ core quickly aging, and the competitive window seemingly approaching its end.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / February 21

Phillies’ Reported Reunion Inquiry is a Poor Roster Fit

The Philadelphia Phillies reached out to free agent Rhys Hoskins on a possible reunion, according to Devan Kaney of 94 WIP. Kaney added that Bryce Harper suggested the move, but Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski decided against it.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21

Veteran MLB umpire retires after having one of 'worst performances'

A couple of veteran MLB umpires have decided to hang up the mask and chest protector.

Angels owner Arte Moreno's claim that fans don't prioritize winning says a lot about him, organization

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / February 19

Philadelphia Phillies 2026 Projected Lineup: Batting Order, Starting Rotation & More

With the previous campaign ending with heartbreak early on in the postseason, the Philadelphia Phillies have fresh enthusiasm for 2026. The team clearly has unfinished business on their mind after continuous disappointment in the playoffs despite starting as one of the favorites for the World Series crown for the past few years.

J.T. Realmuto News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 19

JT Realmuto Compares Phillies' Top Pitching Prospect to Cy Young-Caliber Ace

Philadelphia Phillies fans are likely sick of hearing about offseason comments from the team's executives or star players. But in this instance, one Phillies veteran offered a breath of fresh air to fans by sharing high praise for the team's top pitching prospect.

Dave Dombrowski News / Yardbarker / February 17

Should Phillies' Dave Dombrowski be on hot seat?

The team went from World Series and NLCS finishes in 2022 and 2023, respectively, to back-to-back NLDS losses.

Bryce Harper was caught off guard by Dave Dombrowski's comments

Nick Castellanos quickly lands with new team after Phillies release

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Nicholas Castellanos News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16

Nick Castellanos reveals what he learned from his Phillies exit

Nick Castellanos did not part ways with the Philadelphia Phillies on particularly good terms, and the veteran is trying to use it as a learning experience.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / February 16