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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / August 8
Is Alec Bohm’s everyday spot in the lineup in jeopardy? 
PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies were always aiming for Saturday’s game against the Blue Jays as the day to play Kyle Schwarber at first base and give Bryce Harper a DH day.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8
Zack Wheeler took the coldest shot at the Blue Jays
Zack Wheeler has no love lost for the reigning AL pennant winners. The Philadelphia Phillies righty Wheeler drew the start on Friday against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / August 8
Perplexed by the new Phillies defense? It was even stranger in 2018
The Phillies’ trade deadline addition of Luis Arraez has forced the team to reconfigure their entire defense, arguably into a less-than-ideal arrangement. With Arraez taking over at his preferred position of second base, Bryson Stott has been moved off his strongest position to third base, where he is less tested.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 8
Phillies Should Avoid Yankees Slugger in Free Agency Next Winter
As the Philadelphia Phillies continue to try and work their way toward a playoff spot, the front office will be looking toward the future. It was a very busy trade deadline for the Phillies, who added multiple players to help improve their roster for the stretch run.
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.
MLB News / Viral Sports News / August 8
Phillies Star Fires Shot Back at Blue Jays After Series Opener
The Toronto Blue Jays opened their series against the Philadelphia Phillies with a 5-4 victory Friday night, but the result was not the only talking point after the game.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / August 8
Phillies' Don Mattingly Comments On Alec Bohm Moment in Loss to Blue Jays
The Philadelphia Phillies are struggling to hang on following the All-Star Break, posting an 8-12 record since and falling to 8.5 games out of first place in the National League East division.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 8
You aren’t excited about the defense
Sometimes, when I pose these questions to you, I can more or less figure out what the results will be before I even publish it. This one was no exception.
Zack Wheeler News / Trade Talk Sports / August 8
Zack Wheeler Takes Shot at Blue Jays After Wild Series Opener
The Toronto Blue Jays held on by the skin of their teeth to beat the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night, and there was a lot to talk about postgame.
Brooks Raley News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 8
Brooks Raley Reveals How He Will Succeed With Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies made several moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline in an effort to upgrade the team for the stretch run of the season. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski went outside the box to address the lineup needs, acquiring second baseman Luis Arraez.
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.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 8
Phillies on the Pharm: 8/8/2026
Thank goodness for the Threshers taking a doubleheader. Otherwise, we’d be looking at a clean sweep of the organization on Friday night. Let’s look at how the kids did.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 8
If you Could Build a 5 Pitch Arsenal from Phillies Pitchers, What Pitches are you picking?
Build a five-pitch arsenal among the Pitchers who are currently on the Phillies. No one else, just the thirteen pitchers currently on the roster (or Phillies pitchers on the injured list because someone might get hurt by the time this comes out).
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 8
Phillies news: Chase Utley, Luis Arraez, Dave Dombrowski
What a night for an all-time Phillies great. Chase Utley gave his Wall of Fame speech on a night that was a little delayed by rain and he was finally immortalized among the team’s greats, as he should be.
Zack Wheeler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8
Phillies’ Zack Wheeler drops the mic on NSFW exchange with Blue Jays dugout
Star pitcher Zack Wheeler had some drama go down between him and the Toronto Blue Jays during the Philadelphia Phillies’ contest on Friday night. Wheeler is going through the 13th year of his career in the majors, his seventh with the Phillies.
Chase Utley News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8
Try not to cry watching Phillies legend Chase Utley’s Wall of Fame speech
Chase Utley put the finishing touch on his Phillies legacy Friday night, and he did it with a speech that captured exactly what made him a franchise icon.
MLB News / The Good Phight / August 8
Chase deserved better: Blue Jays 5, Phillies 4
On a night when the Phillies inducted Chase Utley onto the Wall of Fame, neither the weather nor the team performed up to the standard of the former star.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7
Phillies honor Bryce Harper’s request for Chase Utley Wall of Fame ceremony
On Friday night, the Philadelphia Phillies will honor Chase Utley by adding the legendary second baseman to the Citizens Bank Park Wall of Fame. On the momentous occasion, Philadelphia will wear its traditional red pinstripes instead of the City Connect uniforms, after a request Bryce Harper made directly to owner John Middleton.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / August 7
Phillies Get Reality Check in New ESPN Playoff Forecast
The Philadelphia Phillies remain in the thick of the National League wild-card picture, yet their path to October baseball looks a touch less certain after the latest projections from ESPN.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 6
Phillies ride 8 doubles to series-clinching victory over Nationals
Cristopher Sanchez recorded his major-league-leading 15th win and Bryson Stott had two of his team's eight doubles Thursday as the Philadelphia Phillies notched a 7-3 home victory over the Washington Nationals.
Lou Trivino News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6
Lou Trivino Elects Free Agency
Veteran reliever Lou Trivino elected free agency after being designated for assignment by the Phillies, according to the MLB.com transaction log. The Phils announced that catcher Payton Henry cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / August 6
Why Phillies' three-headed pitching monster may be postseason key
With another strong outing from Cristopher Sanchez on Thursday night, maybe the Phillies have all of the pitching they need to make a postseason run.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / August 6
Will the Trade-Off Be Worth the Addition of Luis Arraez?
Another trade deadline has come and gone, and the contending Philadelphia Phillies were once again in need of plenty of help. This year, the Phillies were far more aggressive in addressing their offensive shortcomings.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 4
Jesus Luzardo, Phillies blank Nats as Luis Arraez thrives in debut
Jesus Luzardo pitched eight scoreless innings and Luis Arraez enjoyed a successful Phillies debut Tuesday in Philadelphia's 5-0 victory over the visiting Washington Nationals.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3
Phillies To Move Bryce Harper To Outfield
The Phillies are making multiple defensive adjustments after the acquisition of second baseman Luis Arraez. The most notable move is two-time MVP Bryce Harper returning to the outfield.
Brooks Raley News / Yardbarker / August 3
Phillies strengthen bullpen by acquiring lefty Brooks Raley
The Phillies continued a busy deadline day by acquiring some bullpen help.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Phillies add Luis Arraez's patient bat to the lineup
The Philadelphia Phillies had been relatively quiet ahead of the Aug. 3 (6 p.m. EST) trade deadline, but that all changed Monday morning. According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Phillies are acquiring second baseman Luis Arraez and right-hander Caleb Kilian from the San Francisco Giants.
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