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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / May 4
Three up, three down: week of April 27 – May 3 
Well now, that feels much, much better, doesn’t it? After getting their manager fired with their poor play on the field, the Phillies turned around and swept the inept Giants, then took two of three in Miami before wrapping that series up today.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / May 4
Is the Phillies’ rotation starting to round into form?
The Phillies could’ve hired any manager under the sun (including Alex Cora), shuffled the lineup however they wanted or played the rest of the season against sub-.500 opponents and they weren’t going anywhere if their rotation didn’t pick things up in a big way.
The Phillies Need to Make a Change at Third Base Soon
While the Philadelphia Phillies have been able to get a spark following the firing of Rob Thomson, the team still has a long way to go to get to where they want to be. Following a terrible start to the season, the Phillies made the right call at the time to part ways with their manager and try to create a bit of a spark for the team.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / May 4
Phillies news: Jhoan Duran, Aaron Nola, Ronald Acuna, Jr.
This whole “game on a Monday after a series should end on a Sunday” thing is just weird. Like, why couldn’t they have just scheduled a different day later this year?
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / May 4
Phils' Aaron Nola eyes bounce-back start, series win vs. Marlins
Not much has gone right for Aaron Nola over his last two starts. Janson Junk, however, couldn't have pitched much better over his last two trips to the mound.
One MLB Executive Shockingly Believes Phillies Could Trade Star Pitcher
The Philadelphia Phillies are trying to build some momentum following a terrible start to the season and will be seeking to turn things around. After a terrible start to the campaign, the Phillies have been playing better since they made the switch to Don Mattingly as their manager.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 3
Phillies’ Jesus Luzardo may have turned a corner with strong outing vs. Marlins
Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Jesus Luzardo may be turning a corner. In his start on Sunday against the Miami Marlins down in South Beach, Luzardo struck out 10 through 6.1 innings, while walking none.
Bryson Stott News / Field Level Media / May 3
Bryson Stott fuels Phillies to win over Marlins
Bryson Stott belted his second three-run homer of the series and Jesus Luzardo struck out 10 batters, fueling the visiting Philadelphia Phillies to a 7-2 victory over the Miami Marlins on Sunday afternoon.
Chris Paddack News / The Good Phight / May 3
Philasaurus Rex Breaks Out of the Paddack: Phillies 7, Marlins 2
Try not to move is good advice when you are trapped in a Jeep with a Tyrannosaurus rex bearing down on you. It is bad advice when you are throwing a cutter.
Phillies Prospect Tearing It up at Single-A Clearwater
Things haven’t been going well for the Philadelphia Phillies at the Major League level thus far in the 2026 MLB regular season. Entering play on May 3, they have a record of 13-20, which is tied for the second worst in the National League with the San Francisco Giants; only their NL East rivals, the New York Mets, are worse at 11-22.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Jhoan Duran News / Yardbarker / May 3
Phillies receive positive Jhoan Duran update
The Philadelphia Phillies have been without Jhoan Duran since April 11.
Dave Dombrowski News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 3
Bob Nightengale names 2 ‘hottest trade deadline commodities’ after Dave Dombrowski tease
As the Philadelphia Phillies will be surrounded by rumors throughout the season following the firing of manager Rob Thomson, the team could also be looking to add players to the ball club.
Alex Cora News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 3
Phillies rumors: Alex Cora expected to ultimately be manager despite initial rejection
The Philadelphia Phillies made big news in Major League Baseball earlier this season, when the club fired manager Rob Thomson. The Phillies then swung for the fences, by trying to hire Alex Cora as their manager.
Phillies' Former Pitcher Wisely Seen as Top Disappointment in Baseball This Year
The Philadelphia Phillies are attempting to build some momentum following a horrible start to the season. As expected with the struggles, some of their players have been major disappointments. It was a horrible stretch to start the year for the Phillies.
Rob Thomson News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 3
Terrible Performance Highlights Phillies' Offense Still Has Problems
The Philadelphia Phillies were able to get a little bit of a spark with the firing of their manager, Rob Thomson, but they got a reality check on Saturday night. Following a (9-19) start to the season, the Phillies understandably fired their manager in hopes of trying to turn the year around.
Jesus Luzardo News / Field Level Media / May 3
Fresh off gem for Phillies, ex-Marlin Jesus Luzardo takes hill
Jesus Luzardo will be hoping to build on his last start when the left-hander takes the mound for the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday against the host Miami Marlins.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 2
Phillies take an interesting approach to their catching situation
The Philadelphia Phillies are taking a different approach under interim manager Don Mattingly.
Brandon Marsh News / Athlon Sports / May 2
Phillies Receive Brandon Marsh News After Leaving Marlins Game
After beginning the season with a 9-19 start, the Phillies have responded with a four-game win streak through yesterday’s win against the Miami Marlins.
Bryce Harper News / Total Pro Sports / May 2
MLB Rumors: Bryce Harper Gets Early Predictions Amid Phillies Slump, AL Central Team Tops The List
The Philadelphia Phillies had a disastrous first month of the 2026 season, leading to the dismissal of manager Rob Thomson earlier this week. Bryce Harper also made a slow start to the campaign, although he is on a hot run of late.
Lou Trivino News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1
Lou Trivino Opts Out Of Phillies Deal
Veteran reliever Lou Trivino exercised the May 1 opt-out right in his minor league contract with the Phillies, reports Matt Winkelman. According to the MLB.com transaction tracker, the team then granted Trivino his release.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / May 1
Phillies’ Bryson Stott Reacts to Trea Turner Career News
The Philadelphia Phillies are struggling this season, holding a 12-19 record that leaves them fourth in the National League East entering Friday. Yet over their last three games, they have found some life, winning twice on walk-offs.
Bryce Harper News / Fastball on SI / May 1
This Blockbuster Bryce Harper Mock Trade Would Break the Internet
It's no secret that the Philadelphia Phillies didn't have the best first month of the 2026 season. While it's still early, that slow start could cause the Philadelphia front office to evaluate trade opportunities if things don't turn around soon.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30
Wild stat shows Kyle Schwarber is keeping up with Babe Ruth
Anytime your name is next to that of MLB legend Babe Ruth, you are doing something right.
Trevor Richards News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30
Phillies Select Trevor Richards
The Phillies made a move in between games of today’s double-header. Left-hander Kyle Backhus has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 27th, with left elbow inflammation.
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