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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 / Phillies Nation / September 18

Why did Brandon Marsh pinch hit for Edmundo Sosa in the ninth?

NEW YORK — Don Mattingly isn’t quite ready to give Edmundo Sosa more at-bats, but he’s making a case to be in the lineup a little more often. The Phillies utility man went 3-for-3 with a home run and was a triple short of the cycle in a 6-3 loss on Friday night against the New York Mets.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Derek Hill News / The Good Phight / September 18

Nopener: Mets 6, Phillies 3

Two three-run innings surrendered by their problematic bullpen doomed the Philadelphia Phillies (85-69) in a 6-3 loss to the New York Mets (70-84) on Friday night.

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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.

Jesus Luzardo News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 18

Jesus Luzardo Injury Exposes Phillies’ Pitching Imbalance

Having the best collection of aces in baseball, as the Philadelphia Phillies can make a claim to, glossed over the possibilities of what happens when one of them goes down.

Jonathan Bowlan News / Phillies Nation / September 18

Why the Phillies are not placing Jonathan Bowlan on the IL, the latest on Jesús Luzardo

NEW YORK — The Phillies, at least for the next few days, will operate a man short in the bullpen. Jonathan Bowlan, who left Thursday’s game in the eighth inning with right groin tightness, is not going on the 15-day injured list.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 18

Philadelphia Phillies Make Big Brandon Marsh Decision on Friday

The Philadelphia Phillies posted a 3-0 win over the New York Mets on Thursday night and returned to Citi Field on Friday still chasing both a division title and the top National League wild-card seed.

Jose Urquidy News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 18

Phillies Announce Corresponding Move After Claiming Jose Urquidy

The Philadelphia Phillies were in need of some pitching help with Jesus Luzardo landing on the injured list with stiffness in his left throwing shoulder.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 18

Don, for the love of God, stop warming up the relievers to not use them

There are times in a game when a manager must make a decision. The first one comes prior the game when he makes his rounds around the roster, determining the batting order and defensive alignment for the game.

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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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Phillies pitcher dealt unfortunate injury blow before postseason

The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing for a postseason push, but they will be without an impactful pitcher during the stretch run. Right-handed reliever

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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

The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

Derek Hill News / The Good Phight / September 18

Two Phillies Offensive Trends to Mention

The Phillies’ offense has largely sat as one of the worst in the sport, ranking 28th in wRC+, 23rd in on-base percentage, and 23rd in raw OPS. It’s probably about as bad as an offense can be while the team is on track to make the postseason.

Don Mattingly News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Don Mattingly Outlines Plan for Newest Phillies Player

The Philadelphia Phillies are using their newest pitching addition to reshape their weekend plans as they push toward the postseason. Phillies manager Don Mattingly confirmed that right-hander José Urquidy will be active for Friday’s game and used in a bullpen game against the New York Mets.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 18

Phillies on the Pharm: 9/18/2026

The big news of the day was that the Reading Fightin Phils won their playoff series and have advanced to the Eastern League Championship Series. The game turned from a slugfest early into a pitching duel late.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 18

Phillies set to use bullpen game vs. struggling Mets

The Philadelphia Phillies are making adjustments to cover the loss of All-Star left-hander Jesus Luzardo, who was placed on the 15-day injured list this week due to left shoulder inflammation.

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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Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

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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

Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change

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

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Philadelphia Phillies 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.

Jesus Luzardo News / Yardbarker / September 15