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Phillies Keep Faith in Rob Thomson, Extend Manager’s Contract to 2027

The Philadelphia Phillies still have faith in Rob Thompson, even after three straight seasons of reaching the playoffs but failing to make the World Series.

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Phillies news: Kyle Schwarber, Rob Thomson, Edwin Diaz

Kyle Schwarber and the Phillies agreed to a 5 year $150 million contract to become the highest set-DH in MLB history. Rob Thomson signed a one-year extension to be the Phillies manager through the 2027 season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / FirstSportz / December 10

Kyle Schwarber Commits Future to Phillies Following 5-Year, $150 Million Deal

Kyle Schwarber is returning to Philadelphia. On Tuesday, the Philadelphia Phillies announced the re-signing of the designated hitter (DH) on a 5-year, $150 million deal after he became a free agent this offseason.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9

Phillies’ Preston Mattingly breaks down Kyle Schwarber re-sign process

The Philadelphia Phillies made one of the biggest splashes of the offseason when they re-signed Kyle Schwarber to a $150 million contract. For the Phillies, retaining Schwarber was one of their top priorities.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 9

Pete Alonso has significant demand, and his price tag 'likely' increased

Pete Alonso may have a four-word message for interested teams — “Prices just went up.” The five-time MLB All-Star slugger Alonso has a significant ask in free agency, Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo of MassLive reported on Tuesday.

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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.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9

Kyle Schwarber rejected Orioles' lucrative contract offer

The first major free-agent chip fell Tuesday morning with Kyle Schwarber returning to the Philadelphia Phillies on a five-year, $150M deal.

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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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 9

Pressure is on Pirates after Kyle Schwarber flirtation

Pressure is on Pirates to make meaningful move after Kyle Schwarber flirtation

All their flirtation with Schwarber should have done was raise the bar for them to do something meaningful this offseason.

Kyle Schwarber sets tone of Winter Meetings by re-joining Phillies

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Dodgers finally find their closer with Edwin Diaz signing

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MLB News / Phillies Nation / December 9

Offseason Rumors: Orioles reportedly matched Phillies’ offer for Kyle Schwarber

Keep track of all the latest offseason rumors pertaining to the Phillies on Phillies Nation. Tuesday, Dec 9: Reds, Orioles’ offers for Kyle Schwarber Of all teams, the Baltimore Orioles were the ones who matched the Phillies’ five-year, $150 million offer to Kyle Schwarber, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / December 9

Kyle Schwarber received $150 million offer to leave Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies were able to keep Kyle Schwarber in the fold, but they were very nearly outbid by another team. The Baltimore Orioles extended the same 5-year, $150 million offer to Schwarber that the Phillies did, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 9

NL powers add, Red Sox hope for Wilyer Abreu boost at Winter Meetings

MLB Winter Meetings takeaways: NL powers add while Red Sox hope for Wilyer Abreu boost

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Kyle Schwarber sets tone of Winter Meetings by re-joining Phillies

Dodgers finally find their closer with Edwin Diaz signing

Mets set one condition to re-sign Pete Alonso

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / December 9

Offseason Rumors: Harrison Bader’s asking price, Pirates’ offer to Kyle Schwarber

Keep track of all the latest offseason rumors pertaining to the Phillies on Phillies Nation. Tuesday, Dec 9: Harrison Bader’s asking price, Pirates’ offer for Kyle Schwarber The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal on Tuesday morning had an interesting update on Harrison Bader’s ask in free agency.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / December 9

Phillies Get Their Guy: Kyle Schwarber Re-Signs For 5 Years

For the first time since Josh Naylor’s deal with the Mariners on Nov. 17, a big bat has come off the board from the free-agent market. As reported by ESPN’s Jeff Passan on Tuesday morning, designated hitter Kyle Schwarber is headed back to Philadelphia.

Rob Thomson News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

Phillies Extend Manager Through 2027 Season

The Philadelphia Phillies have extended the contract of manager Rob Thomson through the 2027 season, the team announced on Tuesday. Thomson has received a one-year extension in each of the past two offseasons.

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker / December 9

Kyle Schwarber sets tone of Winter Meetings by rejoining Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies have their man.

Phillies make major decision regarding manager Rob Thomson

Pirates must make meaningful move after Schwarber flirtation

Schwarber rejected lucrative contract offer from the Orioles

Dodgers finally find their closer with splash Edwin Diaz signing

Kyle Finnegan's multiyear deal with Tigers makes sense

Under pressure, Mets set one condition to re-sign Pete Alonso

J.T. Realmuto News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Three Realistic Landing Spots for J.T. Realmuto

J.T. Realmuto is the top catcher available in free agency this offseason. This is in no small part due to his elite defense, which is rare behind the plate these days.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Phillies Emerge as Favorites to Land Former Blue Jays Coach

The Philadelphia Phillies are fresh off a National League East division crown in 2025. The Phillies lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS in four games.

Ranger Suarez News / Viral Sports News / December 4

Phillies Receive Brutal New Ranger Suarez Prediction

As the hot stove heats up, Ranger Suárez finds himself in an awkward spot with the Philadelphia Phillies. At just 30 years old, the left-hander checks nearly every box a contender looks for in a long-term rotation piece: a 2024 All-Star nod, battle-tested excellence in October, and the kind of durability that quietly anchors a staff.