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Trea Turner, Phillies aim to 'keep playing good baseball' vs. Astros

With the regular season winding down, the Philadelphia Phillies could use even more hot hitting from Trea Turner. Philadelphia hopes for another big effort from Turner on Thursday afternoon when the Houston Astros visit for the decisive contest of a three-game series.

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Phillies 2026 magic number tracker, playoff scenario explainer

Last updated before Sept. 10 game vs. Astros The Phillies are in a fight for the top wild card spot in the National League and the NL East. Check back frequently for magic number updates.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 10

Phillies News: Postseason, Orion Kerkering, Aaron Judge

Well, last night was certainly one of the weirdest Phillies wins of the season. It appeared at times as though both teams were actively trying to lose through the first six innings.

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The 'MLB multi-time MVPs' quiz

Throughout MLB history, 34 players have won the AL or NL MVP Awards more than once. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Kyle Schwarber News / Field Level Media / September 9

Kyle Schwarber blasts grand slam as Phillies beat Astros

Kyle Schwarber hit a grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run, highlighting the Philadelphia Phillies' 11-7 victory over the visiting Houston Astros on Wednesday.

MLB News / The Good Phight / September 9

Mine cart madness: Phillies 11, Astros 7

After falling frustratingly short of a comeback last night in the series opener, the Philadelphia Phillies (82-64) tamed a wild game with one zaddy of a swing against the Houston Astros (74-71) in an 11-7 rollercoaster of a baseball game.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9

Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber accomplishes impressive feat with electric grand slam

Kyle Schwarber has done it again with one powerful swing of the bat. The Philadelphia Phillies slugger sent one deep in grand slam fashion in Wednesday night’s game against the Houston Astros at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

Jesus Luzardo News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 9

Jesus Luzardo Matched Impressive Phillies History Dominating Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies had to be disappointed with how the third game of their four-game set with the Atlanta Braves turned out. With a chance to cut into their deficit in the National League East race, the Phillies needed six outs from their bullpen.

Don Mattingly News / Phillies Nation / September 9

Don Mattingly holds conversations with Phillies players about costly baserunning blunders: ‘Make sure we’re thinking correctly’

PHILADELPHIA — Following a pair of late baserunning blunders that might have hurt the Phillies’ chance to complete a comeback in a one-run loss on Tuesday, interim manager Don Mattingly felt the need to hold one-on-one conversations with two of his players to discuss the mistakes.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Bryce Harper News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 9

Phillies Shake up Defensive Alignment With Bryce Harper at DH

The Philadelphia Phillies were unable to get a victory over the Houston Astros in the first matchup of their three-game set, losing 6-5. It didn’t cost them a game in the standings, as the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Atlanta Braves, but their Tragic Number when it comes to chasing them down in the National League East shrank.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 9

Phillies Will Face Difficulties Catching Braves, Holding off Cubs

The Philadelphia Phillies proved that they could hang with the best in baseball during their four-game series with the Atlanta Braves that recently wrapped up at Citizens Bank Park.

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Orion Kerkering News / The Good Phight / September 9

Orion Kerkering cannot have high leverage innings again

As October draws near for teams in playoff contention, they are starting to use this time to put their bullpen in a pecking order. They have had a season’s worth of data and observation to determine which of the players in the bullpen are worthy of logging those high stress innings that come with pitching in the postseason.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / September 9

Ascending Astros take aim at Cristopher Sanchez, Phillies

The Houston Astros got off to a strong start Tuesday in their three-game road series with the Philadelphia Phillies, but a new challenge awaits. The Astros will match up against one of the top pitchers in baseball when they face left-hander Cristopher Sanchez and the Phillies on Wednesday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 9

Breaking Down Phillies' Magic Number Heading Into Game 2 of Series Against Astros

As the middle of September approaches, the Philadelphia Phillies have been playing some excellent baseball of late. Due to their success, clinching a playoff berth is right around the corner. Following a split in their four-game series against the Atlanta Braves, the Phillies proved that they could be a contender in the National League.

Otto Kemp News / The Good Phight / September 9

Phillies on the Pharm: 9/9/2026

Playoffs have begun for at least one farm team. How did the kids do? Lehigh Valley 5, Worcester 4 Otto Kemp. Jack of all trades, master of none. It was pretty funny that the Phillies thought they could make something out of Kemp when they haven’t properly developed a hitting prospect in years.

Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / September 9

'You Should Have Been the Hero': Phillies Star Called Out for ‘Poor Decision Making’ Over Base-Running Blunder

What unfolded at Citizens Bank Park in front of 39,262 people wasn’t exactly how Edmundo Sosa would have wanted things to play out. His baserunning turned a potentially game-changing hit into a missed opportunity, as he watched the ball instead of immediately sprinting to the next base.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 9

Phillies' Aidan Miller Credits Brother With Helping Him Get Through Back Injury

READING, Pa. -- Aidan Miller is just grateful to be back on a baseball field. No expectations and no hype. The Phillies' top hitting prospect hasn't played in an official baseball game in 353 days after dealing with a back injury that's finally been corrected.

Max Kepler News / Viral Sports News / September 9

Former Phillies Player Has Contract Terminated by MLB Team

Max Kepler’s time in the majors took another turn Tuesday, and Philadelphia Phillies fans who watched him every day last summer now have a new footnote on a familiar name.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 8

Astros withstand rally for narrow road victory vs. Phillies

Christian Walker hit an early three-run homer and the visiting Houston Astros held on for a 6-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. Philadelphia (81-64) rallied from a 5-0 deficit to get within 6-5 on Edmundo Sosa's ninth-inning RBI double against Josh Hader.

Jesus Luzardo News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9

MLB game sets season record with remarkably quick finish

Time flew by like a Jesus Luzardo fastball during Monday’s game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Atlanta Braves. Thanks in large part to Luzardo

Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / September 8

'Teams Are Scared to Death': MLB Analyst Reveals What Really Makes Phillies One of the Top Contenders in the Post-Season

The Philadelphia Phillies looked buried before the season had even reached May. After stumbling to a 9-19 start and becoming one of the worst teams in the National League, Philadelphia fired Rob Thomson and handed the team to Don Mattingly.

MLB News / EasySportz / September 7

Phillies Tie Series With Braves Behind Luzardo’s Masterpiece

The Philadelphia Phillies answered back. After a heartbreaking loss on Sunday, the Phillies bounced back Monday with a 1-0 victory over the Atlanta Braves, splitting the four game series between two of the National League’s top teams.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 7

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo notches first complete-game shutout

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo validates frontline-ace status with first complete-game shutout

Luzardo has blossomed into a frontline ace for the Philadelphia Phillies this season, and his first career complete-game shutout (1-0) against the Atlanta Braves on Monday helped validate that.

Jesus Luzardo's first complete game helps Phillies earn split vs. Braves

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Dave Dombrowski News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6

Dave Dombrowski Aims To Stay With Phillies Beyond Current Contract

Dave Dombrowski has been the Phillies’ president of baseball operations since December 2020, and his current contract with the team is up after the 2027 campaign. Though Dombrowski will be 71 years old at the end of that deal, he intends to stay in his position for some time to come.

Bryson Stott News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Phillies Announce Decision on Bryson Stott After Personal Announcement

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott has continued to operate as one of the more underrated everyday players in the lineup. At the plate, the 28-year-old has been a productive hitter, posting a .255 batting average, .331 on-base percentage, .734 OPS, 10 home runs and 61 RBIs across 134 games.