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Tristan Garnett News / Phillies Nation / September 20

Veteran minor league reliever talks bounce back from rough Triple-A outing, oblique injury

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Tristan Garnett had his number called in a less than ideal spot when he came out for the sixth inning for Triple-A Lehigh Valley in a lopsided 8-0 contest against Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Sept.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Phillies Pull Trigger on Major Move With Struggling Veteran

The Philadelphia Phillies optioned right-handed reliever Orion Kerkering to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Saturday night after another rough outing in a 10-3 loss to the New York Mets.

Orion Kerkering News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Phillies To Demote Orion Kerkering

The Phillies are optioning Orion Kerkering to Triple-A, reports Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Kerkering has been a key reliever for Philadelphia in recent seasons, but he’s struggled mightily since the All-Star Break.

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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.

MLB News / The Good Phight / September 19

Embarrassing: Mets 10, Phillies 3

We have reached the point in the season where each win is critical. With as well as the Cubs and Padres are playing right now, the Phillies need to win as many games as they possibly can, playing with some kind of verve in order to make the playoffs.

Brandon Marsh News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Philadelphia Phillies Announce Brandon Marsh News on Saturday

The Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets entered Saturday’s series finale with the kind of late-September tension that defines a crowded National League Wild Card picture.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 19

Phillies' Magic Number Drops With Help from Yankees

The Philadelphia Phillies were unable to secure the win on Friday night in a bullpen game against the New York Mets. The absence of Jesus Luzardo was certainly felt in the rotation in this game. With the season coming to a close, every game counts right now for the Phillies, and the team not being able to beat the Mets on Friday was unfortunate.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Phillies Make Multiple Roster Moves During Series with Mets

The Philadelphia Phillies adjusted their pitching staff Thursday before opening a series against the New York Mets, adding two right-handers from Triple-A and sending a left-hander back down.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 19

Phillies All-Star One and Dones: The 1990s, Part 1

In honor of the Philadelphia Phillies playing host to the 2026 Major League Baseball All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park, we here at The Good Phight are

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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.

Jose Urquidy News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 19

Phillies Received Everything They Wanted From Jose Urquidy

The Philadelphia Phillies' starting pitching rotation was dealt a massive blow when Jesus Luzardo had to be placed on the injured list with stiffness in his left throwing shoulder.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19

Phillies turn to improving Andrew Painter in clash vs. Mets

Christian Scott, Zac Thornton and Nolan McLean are providing the New York Mets hope that they eventually will be part of a rotation for a playoff contender.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19

Mets' Jared Young out of hospital after terrifying collision

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young will miss the remainder of the season after a concussion suffered in a terrifying collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during Thursday night’s 3-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field.

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

Mets’ Jared Young gets carted off after scary collision with teammate Nolan McLean

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Phillies Reliever Makes Troubling Admission With Postseason Nearing

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Orion Kerkering gave up a two-out, three-run home run to Juan Soto in the sixth inning Friday, the decisive blow in a 6-3 loss to the New York Mets at Citi Field.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets' Juan Soto's latest HR places him among MLB legends

While the 2026 season may be one New York Mets fans plan to forget, Juan Soto has reason to remember it as a special one for his career.

Cade Cavalli reaches 200 strikeouts as Nationals rout Cardinals

Nationals to sign Cavalli to four-year contract extension

Sonny Gray reportedly could pull a shocker this offseason

Dodgers make big Edwin Diaz decision

Roman Anthony sparks offense as Red Sox stop Rays' streak

Jose Ramirez reaches 1,000 career RBI as Guardians top Athletics

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 18

Phillies' Nola has reinvented himself as a trusted postseason weapon

Phillies' Aaron Nola has reinvented himself as a trusted postseason weapon

Nola has made a strong turnaround in his last 10 starts.

Phillies set to use bullpen game vs. struggling Mets

Aaron Nola dazzles in Phillies’ win over Mets

Phillies claim RHP Jose Urquidy from White Sox

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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was stretchered off the field in the top of the sixth inning of Thursday's home game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Mets 1B Jared Young (head) taken off field on stretcher

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Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17

Kyle Schwarber lays out blueprint for fixing Phillies offense before playoff run

The Philadelphia Phillies may have taken a 3-0 win over the New York Mets on Thursday, which is a big win as far as cementing their place in the postseason goes, but they know that they’re a few ways away from being at their best.

Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / September 17

Aaron Nola dazzles in Phillies’ win over Mets

Aaron Nola allowed three hits over seven innings and the visiting Philadelphia Phillies opened a four-game series against the New York Mets with a 3-0 win on Thursday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Phillies Claim José Urquidy

The Phillies announced that they have claimed right-hander José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox. Chicago designated him for assignment earlier this week.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17

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With the offseason approaching, several recognizable names could make sense for a few clubs looking for a different direction.

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Zack Wheeler News / Field Level Media / September 16

Zack Wheeler tosses 7 scoreless as Phillies blank Nationals

Zack Wheeler and two relievers combined on a four-hit shutout, Alec Bohm had two hits and three walks and the Philadelphia Phillies earned a split of their two-game series in Washington with a 3-0 win against the Nationals on Wednesday night.