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On YouTubeAndrew Painter News / Phillies Nation / May 18
Why Phillies pulled Andrew Painter after 69 pitches in quality start vs. Reds 
PHILADELPHIA — Phillies rookie Andrew Painter retired JJ Bleday on an 88 mph slider, inducing a hard-hit grounder to Alec Bohm at first base to end the top of the sixth inning.
Trea Turner News / Sport Relay / May 18
Sports Psychology in Baseball – How Trea Turner Stops His Mind From Racing
Trea Turner stands in the box with a high leverage index staring back at him. The April 2026 calendar was a brutal stretch for the Philadelphia Phillies.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 18
Bryson Stott's late HR rallies red-hot Phils past Reds
Bryson Stott slugged a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning, guiding the Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-4 victory over the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Monday.
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / May 18
I got five on it: Phillies 5, Reds 4
The Philadelphia Phillies (25-23) were without a couple of regulars to begin the night but still found a way to come from behind in the eighth inning to win their fifth consecutive ballgame by a score of 5-4 against the Cincinnati Reds (24-24) on Monday night.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Analyzing Just How Good Cristopher Sanchez Has Been for Phillies
Philadelphia Phillies star pitcher Cristopher Sanchez has continued to turn heads this season. Just when you think he couldn’t get any better, he does.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Don Mattingly Announces Kyle Schwarber News After Removal From Phillies Lineup
Philadelphia Philliesdesignated hitterKyle Schwarber has continued to dominate in his 12th MLB season. The 33-year-old left-handed slugger re-signed with the Phillies this past offseason on a five-year, $150 million deal, which is an expensive price to pay for a player whose value comes almost entirely in the batter’s box.
Alec Bohm News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Phillies Make Alec Bohm Change Before Reds Game
The Philadelphia Phillies have been one of baseball’s hottest teams following a dramatic turnaround during the early part of the 2026 MLB season. After opening the year with a disappointing 9-19 record, Philadelphia has climbed back into contention under interim manager Don Mattingly.
MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 18
Phillies Sit Star Slugger In Series Opener Against Reds
The Philadelphia Phillies will be entering their series against the Cincinnati Reds over the .500 mark after a terrible start to the season. Now, they
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18
Phillies send down 25-year-old infielder with .421 OPS
The Philadelphia Phillies (24-23) have improbably obtained a winning record by May 18 and now look every bit the National League contender they have been for the last few years.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / May 18
Phillies recall INF/OF Otto Kemp, option INF/OF Felix Reyes
One month after he was optioned to the minor leagues, Otto Kemp was called back to the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday while fellow infielder/outfielder Felix Reyes was sent down to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / May 18
Phillies Announce Roster Move Amid Four-Game Winning Streak
The Philadelphia Phillies have turned things around since firing manager Rob Thomson after a 9-19 start to the 2026 MLB season. Under his replacement, Don Mattingly, the Phillies have gone 15-4 and sit at 24-23 through 47 games.
Return of Star Phillies Pitcher Has Keyed Team’s Turnaround
There wasn’t a more disappointing team in baseball than the Philadelphia Phillies through the first 28 games of the season. The team’s underwhelming performance cost manager Rob Thomson his job, as he was fired after the team’s 9-19 start.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18
3 reasons Phillies can still win NL East despite Braves’ early-season dominance
The Atlanta Braves have been the story of the 2026 National League East. At 32-15 with baseball’s best run differential, they own an 8-game lead over Philadelphia and look every bit like a team that has found its identity.
Phillies Reportedly Promote Star Pitching Prospect to Double-A
The Philadelphia Phillies top prospect rankings have been changing throughout the 2026 season, with right-handed pitcher Andrew Painter and center fielder Justin Crawford both graduating as part of the Major League roster since Opening Day.
MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / May 18
4 Biggest Takeaways From Phillies Series Sweep of Pirates
There may not be a hotter team in the MLB than the Philadelphia Phillies, who kept their positive momentum rolling against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Phillies went into PNC Park and dominantly swept their in-state rivals.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / May 18
Three up, three down: week of May 11-17
A 3-3 road trip to Boston and Pittsburgh was, for me at least, the bare minimum the Phillies had to do. Gaining some steam at home was great, but going to those two cities and laying some eggs would have left a sour taste.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 18
Phillies are getting the best version of Bryce Harper this season
Harper has emerged as an offensive catalyst, contributing to the team's surge in the NL East.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 18
Same records, but Phillies, Reds trending in opposite directions
The Philadelphia Phillies are back above .500, faster than most anyone thought possible -- except maybe the players in their locker room. The surging Phillies aim to continue their hot play on Monday when they welcome the Cincinnati Reds to town for the opener of a three-game set.
Rob Thomson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 17
Phillies prove firing Rob Thomson was right call as record gets back over .500
The Philadelphia Phillies completed a sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday, to push their record above .500. Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly, who took over from Rob Thomson, continues to bring the club back into the right direction.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 17
Phillies are back over .500 and seem to have figured it out
They are finally starting to look like the team they were supposed to be.
Lou Trivino News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16
Phillies Sign Lou Trivino To Minor League Contract
The Phillies have signed reliever Lou Trivino to a minor league contract, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. The deal comes four days after Trivino elected free agency following his designation for assignment by the Orioles.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Stadium Rant / May 16
Kyle Schwarber Continues Incredible Run, Hits 2 HRs In Phillies Comeback Victory
Kyle Schwarber and the Philadelphia Phillies just produced one of the best comebacks in the MLB this season. His big-time performance should come as no surprise, as this is the version of Schwarber who has been stepping up to the plate all through the month of May.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / May 14
Kyle Schwarber Is Proving To Be Worth Every Penny
Giving a 33-year-old designated hitter a five-year, $150 million contract rarely looks like a smart investment. For the Philadelphia Phillies, though, Kyle Schwarber has continued to prove why the gamble was worth taking.
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