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Phillies legend Larry Christenson passes away at 72

Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Larry Christenson, also known as L.C., died unexpectedly Friday at age 72 while on a fishing trip with family and friends in Washington, the team announced, having spent his entire 11-year Major League career with the organization.

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Former Phillies pitcher and 1980 World Series champion Larry Christenson passes away

Former Phillies pitcher and 1980 World Series champion Larry Christenson died unexpectedly on Friday morning, the club announced. The Washington native was spending time with family and friends on a fishing trip in his home state.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 28

Phillies Prospect Earns Dominican Summer League MVP

Despite what people within the organization think, the Philadelphia Phillies farm system isn’t very highly regarded in the industry. The outlook for the Phillies’ system isn’t being helped by Aidan Miller dealing with a back injury that has kept him sidelined for the entire 2026 season to this point.

Jean Cabrera News / Phillies Nation / August 28

Phillies release former organizational minor-league pitcher of the year amid disaster season

The Phillies released a former organizational minor-league pitcher of the year amid a disaster season from the starter. Right-hander Jean Cabrera, named a Paul Owens Award winner by the club in 2021, was released on Friday, the Double-A Reading Fightin Phils announced.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

Nestor Cortes News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 28

Phillies Make Smart Move To Help Nestor Cortes Get Ready for Debut

The Philadelphia Phillies made a great move recently, signing veteran pitcher Nestor Cortes to a Major League contract. However, some fans likely got nervous when he was optioned immediately to Single-A Clearwater and was subsequently placed on the injured list, as shared by Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic (subscription required).

MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 28

Andrew Painter Riding Wave of Positive Momentum for Phillies

The 2026 season has been a roller coaster ride for Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Andrew Painter. Things could not have gotten off to a worse start for the rookie, who was demoted to Triple-A Lehigh Valley after an abysmal start against the Miami Marlins on June 17, when he allowed six earned runs in two innings of work.

Brooks Raley News / The Good Phight / August 28

Choose Your Destiny: Brooks Raley vs José Alvarado

Don Mattingly and the Phillies have tried all season to find some sort of spark from their left-handed relief. Nothing has worked. The Phillies’ left-handed relievers as a unit rank second-worst in batting average allowed at .273 and sixth-worst in home runs allowed with 23.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 28

Phillies Receive Shockingly Poor Report Card Grade for the Season So Far

The Philadelphia Phillies are getting set for a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels, and the goal will be to win the matchup and get closer

Aaron Nola News / The Good Phight / August 28

Aaron Nola has changed his season by throwing it a curveball

When the Phillies signed Aaron Nola to a seven-year contract extension, there was concern. Concern that at some point, the years and mileage on his arm would come and claim him, concern that the contract would age poorly, concern that there really was no reason to give him a deal that long.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 28

Breaking Down Probable Starting Pitchers for Phillies Against Angels

As the calendar gets closer to September, the Philadelphia Phillies are very much in the playoff race in the National League and will be looking for a

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 28

Phillies on the Pharm: 8/28/2026

The big guys in the major leagues might not have played last night, but that doesn’t mean everyone in the Phillies organization had the night off. How did the kids do?

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 28

Phillies News: Francisco Renteria, Trea Turner, Gage Wood

After a day off, the Phillies are back in action against the Angels. More late night baseball— but at least you can sleep in tomorrow. On to the links.

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The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 28

Talented Prospect Could Make Big Impact as Potential September Call-Up for Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies are continuing their West Coast road trip with an upcoming series starting against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday. However,

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Phillies Announce Front Office Promotions

The Phillies made a few front office promotions on Thursday afternoon. The most notable are bumps for Dan Aucoin and Luke Murton to assistant general manager roles.

Andrew Painter News / Field Level Media / August 27

Andrew Painter seeks continued success as Phillies face Angels

The last time Reid Detmers made a start at Angel Stadium, he picked up his first home victory as a starter since April 12, 2024. The 27-year-old left-hander will try to make it two in a row on Friday night when the Los Angeles Angels open a three-game series with the Philadelphia Phillies in Anaheim, Calif.

Jesus Luzardo News / Just Baseball / August 27

Did Jesús Luzardo Cost Himself an Even Bigger Payday?

To acquire an elite starting pitcher in Major League Baseball, you have to be willing to pay a premium. The Philadelphia Phillies were willing to do so with Jesús Luzardo.

Nestor Cortes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 26

Nestor Cortes lands on IL after signing with Phillies

Veteran starting pitcher Nestor Cortes recently signed a contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. The Phillies were hoping that Cortes could provide the team with pitching depth down the stretch of the season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Kyle Schwarber ties Ryan Howard with an impressive home run feat

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber just continues to clobber home runs.

Reds rookie Sal Stewart joins exclusive company with 100-RBI season

D-backs rookie walks off Cubs to complete record-setting feat

White Sox's Tristan Peters makes MLB history with HR in fifth straight game

Giants' Rafael Devers joins Barry Bonds on multiple franchise all-time lists

Brewers rookie Cooper Pratt benched for not hustling enough

Pete Crow-Armstrong went ballistic at umpires over controversial ruling

Trea Turner News / EssentiallySports / August 26

'I Didn’t Get the Results': Trea Turner Opens Up on Struggles as Phillies Star Searches for Answers

Just 18 hits in 86 at-bats—that’s what Trea Turner’s August numbers look like. What’s more concerning, though, is that his season has followed a similar pattern, and with the postseason just 30 games away, those results have become harder to ignore.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Zack Wheeler had a historically awful start

Zack Wheeler simply did not have it in his Monday night start against the Seattle Mariners. The Philadelphia Phillies ace was taken to the woodshed by Cal Raleigh and the Mariners in a series opener at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash.

Bryson Stott News / The Lead / August 24

Bryson Stott Is Ascending to Elite Territory

The Phillies have enjoyed a very successful August, going 15-5. Alec Bohm (.947 OPS in August), Bryce Harper (1.004 OPS), and Justin Crawford (.865 OPS) have played a big part in the team’s hot month. Equally useful has been Bryson Stott (.880 OPS).