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Phillies' Dave Dombrowski's 'Ideal' Trade Deadline Deal Unlikely to Happen

At the MLB trade deadline, there are a lot of potential deals the Philadelphia Phillies could pull off. With needs in the bullpen and the outfield, there are plenty of players the Phillies could target.

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Phillies Provide Positive Update on Status of Starting Pitcher Aaron Nola

The 2025 MLB regular season has been a disastrous one for Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola. The epitome of reliability and durability over the last few years, he suffered an injury that sent him to the injured list for the first time since 2017.

Kyle Schwarber News / Athlon Sports / July 18

MLB Insider Believes Phillies' Kyle Schwarber's All-Star MVP Boosts Trip to Free Agency

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber was the only Phillies player to go to the All-Star Game. And there, he more than made up for all the Phillies who were snubbed.

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in six minutes?

The 'National League home run champions' quiz

The 'Leadoff home run leader' quiz

The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

Alec Bohm News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Phillies Make Alec Bohm Decision After One Missed Game

Third baseman Alec Bohm is in his sixth MLB season with the Philadelphia Phillies. The 28-year-old was selected third overall in the 2018 MLB Draft out of Wichita State University and debuted for the Phillies’ big-league roster in 2020.

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25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 18

Phillies Unveil Unique Logo for Next Year's All-Star Game in Epic Fashion

This past week's MLB All-Star Game festivities were a roaring success down in Atlanta, Ga., and the hype for next season's Midsummer Classic is already starting to build as well.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Phillies Linked to 2.91 ERA Closer

The Philadelphia Phillies have to make some moves at the trade deadline. It’s not that they’re a desperate ball club; in fact, they are a very good one at 55-41 and 1/2-game up on the New York Mets for the National League East, a neck-and-neck race that will likely come down to the final week of the regular season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 18

Phillies Fans Won't Like This Trade Deadline Prediction From Insider

As the second half of the season starts for the Philadelphia Phillies, the team hopes to quickly create space in the National League East. For a good chunk of the year, it has been the Phillies and New York Mets going back and forth for the top spot in the NL East.

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Kyle Tucker's Comments Sound Promising for Phillies After $500 Million Update

There's reason to believe that the Philadelphia Phillies could be in the mix for Kyle Tucker during the offseason. It remains unclear how much the Phillies

Luis Robert News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Phillies Predicted to Lose Top Trade Target to National League Rival

The Philadelphia Phillies have been linked to Luis Robert plenty over the past two years. However, given that neither side has reached an agreement on

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Phillies Predicted to Trade For NL East Rivals' All-Star Closer

At the MLB trade deadline, the Philadelphia Phillies have no bigger need than in the bullpen. With a strong starting rotation and a weak bullpen, landing at least one reliever is a must at the 2025 MLB trade deadline.

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The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series

Success in Major League Baseball can be measured in many ways; namely, winning a World Series. As a player, it is truly special. Meanwhile, doing so in the capacity of manager is a significant accomplishment, considering the pressure to succeed.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 18

Former Phillies Pitcher Signs With National League Contender

The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to be active ahead of the upcoming trade deadline as they attempt to position themselves to truly compete for a World Series championship.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 18

6 Players Phillies Must Pursue Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies are entering what feels like a make-or-break trade deadline. There are still clear holes on this roster, and they are the same ones that have caused this team to come up short in regards to getting back to the World Series.

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The 'NFL rookie 1,000-yard receivers' quiz

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The 'No. 1 overall MLB Draft picks' quiz

Zack Wheeler News / Fastball on SI / July 18

Zack Wheeler is Doing Things No Other Philadelphia Phillies Pitcher Has Ever Done

At the age of 35, Philadelphia Phillies' ace Zack Wheeler is on top of his game. Through 19 starts in the first half of the season, Wheeler went 9-3 with a 2.36 ERA.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 18

Phillies Draft Pick Possesses 'Big-League Upside' With Deep Repertoire

The Philadelphia Phillies were in a peculiar spot heading into the 2025 MLB draft. Historically, teams know that the players they are selecting, even early on, are going to need some time in the minor leagues to perfect their craft.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 18

Can the Braves snatch this rival All-Star slugger in free agency?

To say it has been a nightmare season for the Atlanta Braves is nothing short of an understatement.

Six takeaways from the 2025 MLB All-Star Game

Kyle Schwarber has classy comment about winning All-Star Game MVP

Five major MLB storylines to watch in second half of season

The 20 greatest in-game traditions in MLB

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 17

Former Phillies Reliever José Ruiz Traded to Rangers for World Series Winner

For the second time this season, former Philadelphia Phillies reliever José Ruiz, is on the move. This time, it’s by trade. The Texas Rangers announced that they acquired Ruiz and cash considerations for pitcher Dane Dunning, a key piece of the Rangers’ 2023 World Series championship.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 17

First-place Phillies ready to resume season vs. Angels

Fresh off an MVP performance in the All-Star Game, Kyle Schwarber leads the Philadelphia Phillies into Friday's series opener against the visiting Los Angeles Angels.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / July 17

Draft Strategy Could Be Indication of Phillies Deadline Plans

The draft picks made by the Philadelphia Phillies could be an indication of their trade deadline plans. In the first round, they drafted pitcher Gage Wood from the University of Arkansas.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 17

Former Phillies Pitcher Kyle Gibson Announces His Retirement

Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Kyle Gibson has decided to call it a career. On the "Serving It Up" show, the right-hander announced that his time in Major League Baseball is over after pitching in 13 seasons.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Phillies Predicted to Pursue Center Fielder in 'Ideal' Trade Deadline Move

At the MLB trade deadline, the Philadelphia Phillies are expected to pursue two positions: outfield and bullpen. There will be plenty of relievers to inquire about, but in the outfield, the resources are sparse.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 17

Phillies Prospect Rankings Could Feature Major Shake Up Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies are locked in a tight race with the New York Mets for the top spot in the National League East as they prepare for the second half of the season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

1 fatal flaw Philadelphia Phillies must address before 2025 MLB trade deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies are having an excellent season at 55-41 and holding a half-game lead over the New York Mets in the National League East. Things are rolling for the Phillies as they get ready to exit the All-Star break, but they still might need to make a deal at the 2025 MLB trade deadline.

Kyle Schwarber News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16

Kyle Schwarber has classy comment about winning All-Star Game MVP

Kyle Schwarber took home MLB All-Star Game MVP honors on Tuesday, and he had some classy comments about winning it. Schwarber went 3-for-3 and crushed three home runs in the swing-off that decided the game, which was tied at six through nine innings.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

Veteran Righty Will Continue to Make Spot Starts in Phillies Rotation

Taijuan Walker will continue his fill-in role in the Philadelphia Phillies’ starting rotation for at least one more start. Walker is slated to start on July 19, Mick Abel was optioned by the Phillies to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on July 4, leading to Walker moving back into the starting rotation.