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Jesus Luzardo News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Philadelphia Phillies Receive Massive Update on Jesus Luzardo

The Philadelphia Phillies received a welcome sign on Sunday that Jesus Luzardo’s path back from a sore left shoulder may be opening at the right moment.

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How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / September 20

Do the Phillies Have a Solid Bridge to Jhoan Duran?

The Philadelphia Phillies‘ bullpen was expected to be a strong point of their ball club entering the 2026 season. The team signed Brad Keller, traded for Jonathan Bowlan, picked up José Alvarado’s club option, and returned the likes of Orion Kerkering, Tanner Banks, and Jhoan Duran.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Don Mattingly News / Athlon Sports / September 20

Don Mattingly Expresses Concern After Phillies Demotion

Philadelphia Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly expressed significant concern about Orion Kerkering after the reliever was optioned to Triple-A following Saturday’s loss to the New York Mets.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Philadelphia Phillies Make Move With 27-Year-Old Pitcher

The Philadelphia Phillies recalled 27-year-old right-hander Max Lazar from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Sunday, adding a familiar arm to a bullpen that needed a reset, via the MLB transaction log.

Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 20

Phillies' Magic Number Remains Unchanged Following Disappointing Loss to Mets

After losing their bullpen game on Friday to the New York Mets, the Philadelphia Phillies were hopeful that they would be able to secure a win with Andrew Painter on the mound.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 20

The bullpen. Now what?

In yesterday’s game against the Mets, the soft underbelly (or maybe, the softer underbelly) of the bullpen was exposed. Brooks Raley, Chase Shugart and Orion Kerkering were given spots in the game where they were asked to at least keep the game within reach, yet instead, they pushed it over the edge into a winless oblivion.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 20

Phillies news: Brandon Marsh, Orion Kerkering, Jose Ramirez

Are there any good relievers left on the Phillies’ roster? Anyone? If there is any hope of their doing some kind of damage in the playoffs, it’s likely resting squarely on the shoulders of whoever Don Mattingly decides to entrust the sixth, seventh and eighth innings to.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Tristan Garnett News / Phillies Nation / September 20

Veteran minor league reliever talks bounce back from rough Triple-A outing, oblique injury

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Tristan Garnett had his number called in a less than ideal spot when he came out for the sixth inning for Triple-A Lehigh Valley in a lopsided 8-0 contest against Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Sept.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 20

Phillies' Offense Has Gone Cold at the Wrong Time

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a second straight loss to the New York Mets on Saturday, and once again they struggled in a key area. After a really great August, the Phillies have not had the same type of success in September.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Phillies Pull Trigger on Major Move With Struggling Veteran

The Philadelphia Phillies optioned right-handed reliever Orion Kerkering to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Saturday night after another rough outing in a 10-3 loss to the New York Mets.

Orion Kerkering News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Phillies To Demote Orion Kerkering

The Phillies are optioning Orion Kerkering to Triple-A, reports Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Kerkering has been a key reliever for Philadelphia in recent seasons, but he’s struggled mightily since the All-Star Break.

Brandon Marsh News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Philadelphia Phillies Announce Brandon Marsh News on Saturday

The Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets entered Saturday’s series finale with the kind of late-September tension that defines a crowded National League Wild Card picture.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19

Phillies turn to improving Andrew Painter in clash vs. Mets

Christian Scott, Zac Thornton and Nolan McLean are providing the New York Mets hope that they eventually will be part of a rotation for a playoff contender.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19

Mets' Jared Young out of hospital after terrifying collision

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young will miss the remainder of the season after a concussion suffered in a terrifying collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during Thursday night’s 3-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field.

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

Mets’ Jared Young gets carted off after scary collision with teammate Nolan McLean

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets' Juan Soto's latest HR places him among MLB legends

While the 2026 season may be one New York Mets fans plan to forget, Juan Soto has reason to remember it as a special one for his career.

Cade Cavalli reaches 200 strikeouts as Nationals rout Cardinals

Nationals to sign Cavalli to four-year contract extension

Sonny Gray reportedly could pull a shocker this offseason

Dodgers make big Edwin Diaz decision

Roman Anthony sparks offense as Red Sox stop Rays' streak

Jose Ramirez reaches 1,000 career RBI as Guardians top Athletics

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 18

Phillies' Nola has reinvented himself as a trusted postseason weapon

Phillies' Aaron Nola has reinvented himself as a trusted postseason weapon

Nola has made a strong turnaround in his last 10 starts.

Phillies set to use bullpen game vs. struggling Mets

Aaron Nola dazzles in Phillies’ win over Mets

Phillies claim RHP Jose Urquidy from White Sox

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Don Mattingly News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Don Mattingly Outlines Plan for Newest Phillies Player

The Philadelphia Phillies are using their newest pitching addition to reshape their weekend plans as they push toward the postseason. Phillies manager Don Mattingly confirmed that right-hander José Urquidy will be active for Friday’s game and used in a bullpen game against the New York Mets.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was stretchered off the field in the top of the sixth inning of Thursday's home game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Mets 1B Jared Young (head) taken off field on stretcher

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Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

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Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / September 17

Aaron Nola dazzles in Phillies’ win over Mets

Aaron Nola allowed three hits over seven innings and the visiting Philadelphia Phillies opened a four-game series against the New York Mets with a 3-0 win on Thursday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Phillies Claim José Urquidy

The Phillies announced that they have claimed right-hander José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox. Chicago designated him for assignment earlier this week.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17

Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change

With the offseason approaching, several recognizable names could make sense for a few clubs looking for a different direction.

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Zack Wheeler News / Field Level Media / September 16

Zack Wheeler tosses 7 scoreless as Phillies blank Nationals

Zack Wheeler and two relievers combined on a four-hit shutout, Alec Bohm had two hits and three walks and the Philadelphia Phillies earned a split of their two-game series in Washington with a 3-0 win against the Nationals on Wednesday night.