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Harrison Bader News / Sporting News / October 13

Harrison Bader reveals interest in returning to the Phillies for 2026

Harrison Bader is open to a return to Philadelphia in 2026.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB yearly hits leaders since 2000' quiz

The '2025 MLB hits leaders' quiz

The 'MLB playoffs all-time hit leaders' quiz

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / October 13

Report: Phillies skipper Rob Thomson to return in '26

Rob Thomson will return for a fifth season as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies in 2026, the New York Post and Philadelphia Inquirer reported on Monday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 13

The TGP 2025 season postmortem

Last year around this time, I began a Google Doc that would eventually become the team’s post mortem. They had just lost Game 1 of the 2024 NLDS to the Mets in one of the most excruciatingly torturous ways possible: their ace was on the hill, owning the opposition while the offense got an early lead, then died.

Rob Thomson News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 13

Phillies reportedly make decision on manager Rob Thomson

The Phillies’ latest postseason exit has led to some speculation about manager Rob Thomson’s job security, and the Phillies have reportedly made a decision on that front.

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 13

Phillies Named Top Destination For $400 Million MVP Candidate, Top Free Agent Bat

The Philadelphia Phillies' offense is once again a premier talking point among fans and analysts alike, as another underperforming October has the club looking to reportedly shake things up.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 13

The Phillies need changes. Where might they come from?

The Phillies season is over and it once again ended prematurely. A team that looked primed for a deep postseason run was once again bounced in the Divisional Series, and in a manner that has become all too familiar.

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The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

The 'Most starts by an NFL quarterback' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 13

Which free agent should be the priority to re-sign?

At the end of a season, there is always turnover. Rare is the team that brings back the entirety of a roster from the year before, looking for ways to improve all offseason long.

Bryce Harper News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 13

Bryce Harper Gives Phillies Another Year of Quality Production at First Base

The Philadelphia Phillies moved Bryce Harper to first base during the 2023 season out of necessity. Now, they would be wise to keep him where he’s at. Harper worked at first base because of his Tommy John surgery.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 13

Steve Cohen has chance to lay foundation for Mets dynasty with one signing

Last offseason, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen paid $765 million for one of the game’s most prolific hitters in Juan Soto. But as it turns out, a postseason trip wasn’t included with his purchase. One move this offseason could put the Mets over the top.

Pete Alonso is a star, but his contract desire is unrealistic

Pete Alonso hoping second time is the charm in free agency

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 12

Change coming again for Phillies outfield that found its groove in second half: ‘If it were up to me, I’d be back’

LOS ANGELES — One of the best storylines of the second half of the Phillies season is the turnaround of the Phillies outfield. It all coincided with the arrival of center fielder Harrison Bader via trade.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 12

Stay or Go: Should Phillies Bring Back Kyle Schwarber?

MLB free agency opens in a matter of weeks, and the Philadelphia Phillies are faced with a critical choice on one of their best players. Kyle Schwarber signed with the Phillies on a four-year, $79 million contract after his incredible second-half performance with the Boston Red Sox in 2021.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 12

Phillies Projected to Bring Back Free Agent Star Slugger On Huge Contract

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a crushing exit last week in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers to have their season come to and end and potentially this era as a whole for the team.

J.T. Realmuto News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 12

Phillies Have Little Choice but to Re-Sign J.T. Realmuto This Offseason

The Philadelphia Phillies made the right call getting catcher J.T. Realmuto to a five-year, $115 million deal before the 2021 season. It’s hard to find a catcher that can produce at the plate, and the now-34-year-old has been able to do that for most of his career with the Phillies.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / October 10

The Phillies’ Championship Window is Closed

The Philadelphia Phillies’ championship window appears closed after another soul-crushing postseason exit. Just as was the case in their 2024 NLDS defeat, the Phillies lost the series against the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11

Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez claims umpire apologized for game-changing call

The Philadelphia Phillies got an apology from an umpire on Thursday over a game-changing call in Game 4 of the National League Division Series, at least according to pitcher Cristopher Sanchez.

Video shows Yankees fans throwing a can at Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s family

Phillies eliminated from NLDS with crushing walk-off error

MLB disciplines Padres players over incident in wild-card round

Brewers lean on home field for crucial NLDS decider vs. Cubs

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / October 10