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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 23
Let’s poke around some of these minor league signings 
Each and every season, teams need to sign players to minor league contracts for two reasons. First, they need to stock their upper minors with players that can fill in if the major league roster finds itself in a bind.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Max Kepler News / The Good Phight / December 23
2025 Player Review: Max Kepler
What started out as a highly confusing free agent signing by the Phillies turned into something resembling a disaster at the end of the season. No one really can pinpoint why the team targeted Max Kepler as a way to spend free agent dollars, but spend they did.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Brad Keller News / Phillies Nation / December 23
Brad Keller found success as a reliever — pitching much like a starter
Brad Keller is two seasons removed from his days as a starter, and his bullpen transformation has come with the upsides that teams usually hope for: a velocity uptick (though his was more dramatic than is normal), higher whiff rate, more strikeouts, better production.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 23
Phillies news: J.T. Realmuto, Justin Crawford, Jeff McNeil
Let’s stop this nonsense and just sign JT Realmuto already. Phillies News: More than ever do the Phillies need a homegrown hitter to take off, Justin Crawford will need to be that guy Brad Keller was introduced to the media yesterday, talking about what he is going to bring to the team in next season ($).
Zach Pop News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / December 22
Phillies Sign Zach Pop to Add Another Contender to Back of Bullpen
The Philadelphia Phillies announced on Monday that they signed reliever Zach Pop to a Major League deal. Terms were not disclosed. The Phillies were not required to make a move because they had two spots open on their 40-man roster.
Zach Pop News / The Good Phight / December 22
Phillies agree to deal with RHP Zach Pop
The Phillies announced today that they have agreed to a deal with right-handed pitcher Zach Pop. Pop, 29, is a five-year MLB veteran who spent 2025 with the Mariners, Mets, and Cubs but only appeared in five MLB games.
Brad Keller News / Phillies Nation / December 22
New Phillies reliever Brad Keller is a TOS success story
As Zack Wheeler works through an offseason of rehabbing from thoracic outlet syndrome surgery, the Phillies have a success story of their own in reliever Brad Keller. Keller, who signed a two-year, $22 million deal with the Phillies last Thursday, cashed in on an incredible first season as a full-time reliever with the Chicago Cubs.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 22
The future of Jewish Phillies
Since Chanukkah ends tonight at sundown, I’ll finish my eight-day celebration with a look to the future. The Phillies had three Jewish players on their roster at times in 2025, carrying on in the grand tradition of Ruben Amaro, Jr.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Stadium Rant / December 22
The Philadelphia Phillies Signing This 2 Time All-Star Would Make Them True Championship Contenders
The Philadelphia Phillies are in the midst of an important offseason period. They have failed to win a World Series with this core, and the window only appears to be closing.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 22
2025 Player Review: José Ruiz
In recent years, the Phillies’ pitching program has been able to develop some very useful players out of pitchers who were underperforming in other organizations or were tossed to the scrap heap.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / December 21
J.T. Realmuto News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / December 20
Figuring Out Phillies’ Free-Agent Contract Standoff with J.T. Realmuto
On the surface, re-signing J.T. Realmuto to a multi-year deal is a no-brainer for the Philadelphia Phillies. But, suddenly, it’s not a foregone conclusion.
J.T. Realmuto News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 20
Philadelphia Phillies evaluating catching trade market, J.T. Realmuto remains unsigned
The Phillies have prioritized reunions with Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto. They succeeded in bringing back the MVP runner-up on a five-year deal at the Winter Meetings.
Matt Strahm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 19
Matt Strahm shares heartfelt goodbye after Phillies-Royals trade
The Philadelphia Phillies traded left-handed relief pitcher Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals on Friday. Strahm, who has become one of the better relievers in the sport over the years, returns to Kansas City — where he began his MLB career.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 19
1 blockbuster move Phillies must make after MLB Winter Meetings
The MLB Winter Meetings have come and gone, and the Philadelphia Phillies are still looking for that one decisive move to reignite their championship dreams.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19
The Phillies and Royals swap pitchers, Matt Strahm returns to where it all started
The Philadelphia Phillies have not been quiet this offseason, as they are determined to avenge their loss to the back-to-back World Series Champions, the
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / December 17
Are Phillies one step closer to resigning J.T. Realmuto?
Could the Philadelphia Phillies be inching toward a reunion with catcher J.T. Realmuto? Reports indicate it's possible, and the next move belongs to the veteran backstop.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 17
Phillies rumors: Philadelphia’s potential Alex Bregman interest comes with Alec Bohm twist
The Philadelphia Phillies are seemingly content for the most part with their current roster. The Phillies aren’t looking to acquire any further outfield help and their pitching is now especially intriguing with the recent signing of Brad Keller.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 16
Angels land two-time All-Star pitcher
The Los Angeles Angels are shoring up their bullpen with a former All-Star closer.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / December 16
OF Adolis Garcia officially signs 1-year deal with Phillies
Veteran outfielder Adolis Garcia signed a one-year deal worth a reported $10 million with the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. "His power stands out in any part of the ballpark," Phillies manager Rob Thomson said Tuesday as the team introduced Garcia to the media.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Phillies’ Outfield Largely Set; Justin Crawford To Get Opportunity In Center
The Phillies finalized their one-year deal with free agent outfielder Adolis Garcia, and that’s likely to be their only notable addition in the outfield this winter, it seems.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / December 15
Reports: Phillies Sign Former ALCS MVP Outfielder
The Philadelphia Phillies have reportedly decided to sign outfielder Adolis García, a former ALCS MVP, to a one-year, $10 million deal, according to reporter Francys Romero.
Nicholas Castellanos News / Athlon Sports / December 15
MLB Insider Makes Nick Castellanos Prediction Immediately After Phillies Sign Adolis García
MLB insider Jon Heyman believes that Philadelphia Phillies slugger Nick Castellanos is “gone one way or another” after the team reportedly signed former Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis García to a one-year, $10 million contract on Monday.
Adolis Garcia News / Larry Brown Sports / December 15
Phillies sign former World Series champion
The Philadelphia Phillies are adding a former World Series champion and ALCS MVP to their ranks. The Phillies are signing former Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia, according to reports.
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