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New details surface on Phillies ace Cristopher Sanchez’s contract extension

The Philadelphia Phillies’ quest to defend their NFC East crown began with a 5-3 Opening Day win over the visiting Texas Rangers. The two teams’ interleague series will continue on Saturday afternoon.

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The Quiz of the Day

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Justin Crawford News / Phillies Nation / March 26

Rookie Justin Crawford shows exciting potential in first taste of Philly, big leagues

PHILADELPHIA — On the eve of his major-league debut with the Phillies, rookie Justin Crawford made a stop on Broad Street, just under a mile away from Citizens Bank Park.

Alec Bohm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26

Phillies’ Alec Bohm sues parents for financial mismanagement

The Philadelphia Phillies are facing significant off-field attention as details of a lawsuit involving Alec Bohm emerge, creating a major storyline early in the 2026 season and drawing widespread interest across the league.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / March 26

Christopher Sanchez fans 10 as Phillies top Rangers in opener

Cristopher Sanchez struck out 10 batters over six scoreless innings and Kyle Schwarber and Alec Bohm each homered, fueling the host Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday in the season opener for both teams.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 26

Opening Day full of Phillies feel-good stories

PHILADELPHIA — Pick your favorite feel-good Phillies story from Opening Day. There’s plenty to choose from in the Phillies’ 5-3 win over the Texas Rangers at Citizens Bank Park to open the 2026 season.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Rob Thomson News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 26

Thomson Had One of Toughest Conversations of Career Just Before Opening Day

The Phillies announced on the eve of Opening Day that they had designated catcher Garrett Stubbs for assignment, a move made to open up a 40-man roster spot for utility infielder Christian Cairo.

Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / March 26

What to Expect from Phillies Outfielder Justin Crawford

Andrew Painter won’t be the only former first-round pick to start 2026 with the Phillies. Justin Crawford, the dynamic outfield prospect, got the call and will start the year with Philadelphia, looking to stop the revolving door in center field for the two-time defending NL East champions.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26

3 Bryce Harper bold predictions for 2026 season

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to win the National League East once again and earn their first World Series victory since 2008. Philadelphia has consistently competed in recent years, but the ball club will need a big season from Bryce Harper in order to make a deep run in October.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 26

Give us your predictions about the Phillies and the 2026 season

Usually, this question of the day part is where we ask a niche question about the team. Maybe it’s about someone’s approach at the plate, their recent work at that craft, or what you think about a player’s recent play.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 26

Phillies News: Opening Day, roster, ABS system

We’ve finally made it to Opening Day everyone. No, we’re not counting whatever happened on Netflix last night. Sit back and get ready for a full slate of games today and for baseball to be on your television every day (except the All-Star break) until early November.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 26

Five Bold Phillies Predictions As Opening Day Arrives

Opening Day has finally arrived, so what better time to make some 2026 Phillies predictions? In no particular order ... The Phillies and Dodgers have the two best rosters in MLB and should finish with the top two records in the National League, barring a slew of injuries or catastrophes.

Zack Wheeler News / Phillies Nation / March 25

‘Rehab Ribs Night’: Lehigh Valley gears up for Zack Wheeler appearance, launches lighthearted promotion

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Beneath the white block letters of the blue nameplate put in place for Zack Wheeler — mislabeled as “Zach” above the locker set up for him — a white No.

Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Bryce Harper Makes Off-Field Announcement Before MLB Opening Day

Philadelphia Philliesfirst basemanBryce Harper enters the 2026 MLB season with more to prove than ever. After being publicly criticized by president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski, Harper intends to show he remains the same caliber of player he has been throughout his 14‑year career.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / March 25

Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez gets Opening Day nod vs. Rangers

The Philadelphia Phillies showed their faith in Cristopher Sanchez last weekend by signing the left-hander to a six-year, $107 million contract extension.

Philadelphia Phillies News / ESPN / March 25

Phils' Crawford, son of ex-major leaguer, to start

Rookie Justin Crawford, the son of ex-major leaguer Carl Crawford, will be the starting center fielder for the Philadelphia Phillies as this season gets underway.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Phillies Select Christian Cairo, Designate Garrett Stubbs For Assignment

The Phillies announced they’ve selected outfielder Justin Crawford and infielder Christian Cairo onto the 40-man roster. Crawford will break camp as the everyday center fielder.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 25

Three teams most likely to prevent a Dodgers three-peat

MLB Opening Day is finally here and there will be a firm target on the back of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Here are three teams that could interrupt the Dodgers' quest for a three-peat.

Dodgers make a surprising move before Opening Day

2026 MLB predictions: Aaron Judge makes more history, surprise seller, World Series winner

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Phillies Catching Depth Will Need Work

The Philadelphia Phillies catching depth should be improved after the team trades or designates for assignment Garrett Stubbs. With J.T. Realmuto and Rafael Marchán on the Opening Day roster the team needs to make a move with Stubbs.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24

Phillies' $107 million contract for star pitcher includes lots of deferred money

The Philadelphia Phillies made a big move by giving ace pitcher Cristopher Sanchez a six-year deal worth $107 million right before Opening Day. The new contract for Sanchez includes $104 million guaranteed, but it also includes deferred money that Sanchez will be getting all the way until 2044, according to Ronald Blum of The Associated Press.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Rob Thomson Announces Bryce Harper Decision at Phillies Spring Training

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to remain an elite team in 2026, hopeful not only to win a third straight National League East title but also to finally see their recent regular‑season success translate into October.

Zack Wheeler News / Yardbarker / March 23

Phillies' Zack Wheeler could be back sooner than expected

Wheeler did not pitch in Spring Training as he recovered from surgery for venous thoracic outlet syndrome. Nonetheless, he could return to the Philadelphia Phillies sooner than expected.

Spring training roundup: Rays' Steven Matz finishes strong spring vs. Phillies

NL East capsules: Do aging Phillies still run the division?

Cristopher Sanchez latest Phillies pitcher to agree to extension

The 'Active MLB complete games' quiz

Daniel Robert News / Total Pro Sports / March 23

Phillies Star’s Life Miraculously Saved After Suffering Horrific Cardiac Event

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Daniel Robert was hospitalized after suffering a cardiac event during a bullpen session on Sunday. Per Todd Zolecki of MLB.com, Daniel Robert was working a bullpen session at BayCare Ballpark (the Phillies’ spring training home) in Clearwater, Florida, when he unexpectedly collapsed on the mound.

Garrett Stubbs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Phillies Shopping Garrett Stubbs

The Phillies are going to start the season with Rafael Marchán as J.T. Realmuto‘s backup catcher. That will squeeze out Garrett Stubbs. Marcus Hayes of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the Phils will try to trade Stubbs to another club before Opening Day rosters need to be set on Wednesday.

Daniel Robert News / Total Pro Sports / March 23

Philadelphia Phillies’ Daniel Roberts Suffer Major Health Scare

Daniel Robert was one of the many right-handed pitchers hoping to make an impression at the Philadelphia Phillies’ spring training camp this year. The 31-year-old was one of the minor leaguers hoping to make the cut to the 40-man roster for Opening Day.

Daniel Robert News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22

Phillies’ Daniel Robert Released From Hospital After Cardiac Event

Daniel Robert collapsed following a bullpen session this morning, after the Phillies right-hander suffered his second cardiac event in the last five months.

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.

Bryce Harper had words for Nolan McLean after loss to Venezuela

Bryce Harper had classy gesture for Venezuela after losing WBC final

Team USA's big bats come up small in WBC championship loss to Venezuela