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MLB News / The Good Phight / September 15
ERODING: Nationals 6, Phillies 3 
On the night that their hottest pitcher hit the injured list, the overall fatigue of the Philadelphia Phillies (83-68) pitching staff shone through in a 6-3 defeat to the Washington Nationals (71-81).
Philadelphia Phillies News / Fastball on SI / September 15
Jesús Luzardo Injury Shakes Up NL Wild Card Race, Hurts Phillies
One of the biggest contenders in the National League lost a significant piece on Tuesday. On Tuesday, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reported that the Philadelphia Phillies are placing All-Star lefty Jesús Luzardo on the Injured List with left shoulder inflammation.
Alec Bohm News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 15
Stellar Play From Alec Bohm Must Make Phillies Consider Long-Term Commitment
With just 12 games left in the regular season, the Philadelphia Phillies are hoping to finish strong. After getting a needed day off after a tough weekend
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz
How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / September 15
Will Jesús Luzardo be back for postseason? Phillies left with questions as left-hander hits injured list
WASHINGTON — Phillies starter Jesús Luzardo hoped to resume throwing on Tuesday. Instead, he was placed on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder inflammation.
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.
Jesus Luzardo News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15
Phillies suffer major blow with Jesús Luzardo injury update
The Philadelphia Phillies are making a push to secure a National League Wild Card spot, but they just got some bad news on the injury front. On Tuesday, starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo was placed on the 15-day IL with shoulder inflammation.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 15
Phillies rotation takes major hit at worst time with Jesus Luzardo injury
The injury comes at an extremely unfortunate time as Luzardo's most recent start of the season was his best one.
Aaron Nola News / Athlon Sports / September 15
Phillies Facing Aaron Nola Decision After Unfortunate News
The Philadelphia Phillies have not yet punched their ticket to the MLB playoffs. However, entering Tuesday’s game against the Washington Nationals, they still own sole possession of the second National League wild card spot.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 15
Phillies All-Star Has Been Least Productive Player in MLB in Second Half
The Philadelphia Phillies finally started to look like the team many expected them to in the second half of the season. Catching the Atlanta Braves in the National League East is going to require a small miracle, but being in the thick of the National League playoff picture at all is impressive.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15
Phillies Place Jesús Luzardo On Injured List
The Phillies announced that left-hander Jesús Luzardo has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 12, with left shoulder inflammation.
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.
Christian Cairo News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15
Mets Claim Christian Cairo
The Phillies announced Tuesday that infielder Christian Cairo, whom they designated for assignment over the weekend, has been claimed off waivers by the division-rival Mets.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 15
Phillies Bullpen Has Fallen Short When Lights Are Brightest
The Philadelphia Phillies have a lot of things going for them heading down the stretch of the regular season, with their eyes on a playoff spot in the National League.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 15
Phillies Magic Number in Single Digits Heading into Final 12 Games
Coming off a frustrating weekend against the Atlanta Braves, the Philadelphia Phillies will be hoping to build some momentum on the rest of their road trip this week. Over the weekend, the Phillies certainly thought that they had a chance to gain some ground in the National League East and put some serious pressure on the Braves in first place.
Derek Hill News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 15
Phillies Surprisingly Viewed as Bigger Playoff Threat Than Braves
The Philadelphia Phillies' odds of chasing down the Atlanta Braves in the National League East are minuscule. It would require a minor miracle to overcome a five-game deficit with 12 games remaining in the regular season.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 14
Desperate Phillies begin playoff push on road vs. gritty Nationals
The Philadelphia Phillies open a two-week playoff push when they visit the Washington Nationals for a two-game series beginning Tuesday. Philadelphia dropped two of three this past weekend in Atlanta after splitting four home games against them last weekend.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / September 14
How Should the Phillies Stack Up Their Playoff Rotation?
The Philadelphia Phillies face a postseason dilemma that many other franchises would love to have. Philadelphia currently has one of the best three-headed monsters in baseball atop its rotation.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 13
Phillies use seven-run eighth inning to stymie Braves
Alec Bohm's two-run double in the eighth inning sparked a seven-run rally and helped the visiting Philadelphia Phillies defeat the Atlanta Braves 9-4 on Sunday and salvage a contest from their three-game series.
Jesus Luzardo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 13
Jesus Luzardo’s MRI results have Phillies breathing loud sigh of relief
While the Philadelphia Phillies were looking to make one last push for the NL East, the team had been dealing with an injury to star pitcher Jesus Luzardo that had many within the fanbase concerned.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13
Phillies Reinstate Tanner Banks From 60-Day IL, Designate Christian Cairo
The Phillies announced that left-hander Tanner Banks has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. In corresponding roster moves, infielder Christian Cairo was designated for assignment and right-hander Grant Holman was optioned to Triple-A.
Bryce Harper News / EssentiallySports / September 13
'We Got to Play Better Baseball': Bryce Harper Sends Blunt Warning as Phillies’ Playoff Hopes Hang in Balance
The Phillies picked the worst possible time to go cold. Atlanta exploded for 12 runs Saturday, leaving Philadelphia staring at a major blow to its NL East hopes.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Don Mattingly Explains Orion Kerkering’s Week-Long Absence
The Philadelphia Phillies finally have an explanation for Orion Kerkering’s week-long absence from the mound, and the reliever has been dealing with inflammation in his left big toe.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12
Braves' Walt Weiss loves what we saw from Ha-Seong Kim in win over Phillies
Atlanta Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim delivered another defining late-season hit Friday night, helping his team secure a dramatic 6-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in 11 innings at Truist Park.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 11
Braves edge Phillies in 11-inning thriller, increase NL East lead
Drake Baldwin lined a two-out RBI double to center field in the 11th inning to cap a two-run rally and give the Atlanta Braves a 6-5 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Friday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 12
Phillies drop crucial game in playoff race after questionable bullpen decisions
It’s a consequential loss for the Phillies, who are now five games back of the Braves with just 14 games left.
Jesus Luzardo News / Yardbarker / September 7
Phillies' Jesus Luzardo validates frontline-ace status with first complete-game shutout
Luzardo has blossomed into a frontline ace for the Philadelphia Phillies this season, and his first career complete-game shutout (1-0) against the Atlanta Braves on Monday helped validate that.
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