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On YouTubeCristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / March 26
Christopher Sanchez fans 10 as Phillies top Rangers in opener
Cristopher Sanchez struck out 10 batters over six scoreless innings and Kyle Schwarber and Alec Bohm each homered, fueling the host Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday in the season opener for both teams.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 26
Opening Day full of Phillies feel-good stories 
PHILADELPHIA — Pick your favorite feel-good Phillies story from Opening Day. There’s plenty to choose from in the Phillies’ 5-3 win over the Texas Rangers at Citizens Bank Park to open the 2026 season.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
Cristopher Sanchez News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 26
Cristopher Sanchez Makes Cy Young-Caliber Statement on Opening Day
If you liked Cristopher Sanchez' Cy Young chances coming into Opening Day, you certainly like them even better after watching how Thursday played out. Sanchez picked up right where he left off in 2025, dominating the Rangers over six scoreless innings, striking out 10 and putting only three men on base in the Phillies' 5-3 win.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Rob Thomson News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 26
Thomson Had One of Toughest Conversations of Career Just Before Opening Day
The Phillies announced on the eve of Opening Day that they had designated catcher Garrett Stubbs for assignment, a move made to open up a 40-man roster spot for utility infielder Christian Cairo.
Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / March 26
What to Expect from Phillies Outfielder Justin Crawford
Andrew Painter won’t be the only former first-round pick to start 2026 with the Phillies. Justin Crawford, the dynamic outfield prospect, got the call and will start the year with Philadelphia, looking to stop the revolving door in center field for the two-time defending NL East champions.
Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
3 Bryce Harper bold predictions for 2026 season
The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to win the National League East once again and earn their first World Series victory since 2008. Philadelphia has consistently competed in recent years, but the ball club will need a big season from Bryce Harper in order to make a deep run in October.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 26
Give us your predictions about the Phillies and the 2026 season
Usually, this question of the day part is where we ask a niche question about the team. Maybe it’s about someone’s approach at the plate, their recent work at that craft, or what you think about a player’s recent play.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 26
Phillies News: Opening Day, roster, ABS system
We’ve finally made it to Opening Day everyone. No, we’re not counting whatever happened on Netflix last night. Sit back and get ready for a full slate of games today and for baseball to be on your television every day (except the All-Star break) until early November.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 26
Five Bold Phillies Predictions As Opening Day Arrives
Opening Day has finally arrived, so what better time to make some 2026 Phillies predictions? In no particular order ... The Phillies and Dodgers have the two best rosters in MLB and should finish with the top two records in the National League, barring a slew of injuries or catastrophes.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / March 25
Bryce Harper Makes Off-Field Announcement Before MLB Opening Day
Philadelphia Philliesfirst basemanBryce Harper enters the 2026 MLB season with more to prove than ever. After being publicly criticized by president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski, Harper intends to show he remains the same caliber of player he has been throughout his 14‑year career.
Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / March 25
Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez gets Opening Day nod vs. Rangers
The Philadelphia Phillies showed their faith in Cristopher Sanchez last weekend by signing the left-hander to a six-year, $107 million contract extension.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Phillies Select Christian Cairo, Designate Garrett Stubbs For Assignment
The Phillies announced they’ve selected outfielder Justin Crawford and infielder Christian Cairo onto the 40-man roster. Crawford will break camp as the everyday center fielder.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 25
Three teams most likely to prevent a Dodgers three-peat
MLB Opening Day is finally here and there will be a firm target on the back of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Here are three teams that could interrupt the Dodgers' quest for a three-peat.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / March 24
Phillies Catching Depth Will Need Work
The Philadelphia Phillies catching depth should be improved after the team trades or designates for assignment Garrett Stubbs. With J.T. Realmuto and Rafael Marchán on the Opening Day roster the team needs to make a move with Stubbs.
Cristopher Sanchez News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24
Phillies' $107 million contract for star pitcher includes lots of deferred money
The Philadelphia Phillies made a big move by giving ace pitcher Cristopher Sanchez a six-year deal worth $107 million right before Opening Day. The new contract for Sanchez includes $104 million guaranteed, but it also includes deferred money that Sanchez will be getting all the way until 2044, according to Ronald Blum of The Associated Press.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23
3 reasons why Phillies won’t win 2026 World Series
The Philadelphia Phillies enter the upcoming season with high expectations, and World Series buzz continues to build as Opening Day 2026 approaches. But beneath that optimism lies a more complicated reality.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 23
Rob Thomson Announces Bryce Harper Decision at Phillies Spring Training
The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to remain an elite team in 2026, hopeful not only to win a third straight National League East title but also to finally see their recent regular‑season success translate into October.
Zack Wheeler News / Yardbarker / March 23
Phillies' Zack Wheeler could be back sooner than expected
Wheeler did not pitch in Spring Training as he recovered from surgery for venous thoracic outlet syndrome. Nonetheless, he could return to the Philadelphia Phillies sooner than expected.
Daniel Robert News / Total Pro Sports / March 23
Phillies Star’s Life Miraculously Saved After Suffering Horrific Cardiac Event
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Daniel Robert was hospitalized after suffering a cardiac event during a bullpen session on Sunday. Per Todd Zolecki of MLB.com, Daniel Robert was working a bullpen session at BayCare Ballpark (the Phillies’ spring training home) in Clearwater, Florida, when he unexpectedly collapsed on the mound.
Garrett Stubbs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23
Phillies Shopping Garrett Stubbs
The Phillies are going to start the season with Rafael Marchán as J.T. Realmuto‘s backup catcher. That will squeeze out Garrett Stubbs. Marcus Hayes of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the Phils will try to trade Stubbs to another club before Opening Day rosters need to be set on Wednesday.
Daniel Robert News / Total Pro Sports / March 23
Philadelphia Phillies’ Daniel Roberts Suffer Major Health Scare
Daniel Robert was one of the many right-handed pitchers hoping to make an impression at the Philadelphia Phillies’ spring training camp this year. The 31-year-old was one of the minor leaguers hoping to make the cut to the 40-man roster for Opening Day.
Daniel Robert News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22
Phillies’ Daniel Robert Released From Hospital After Cardiac Event
Daniel Robert collapsed following a bullpen session this morning, after the Phillies right-hander suffered his second cardiac event in the last five months.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / March 22
Cristopher Sanchez latest Phillies pitcher to agree to extension
This is the second extension for Sanchez, who had previously agreed to a four-year deal worth $22.5 million with team options for 2029 and 2030.
Andrew Painter News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 20
Phillies Finalize Opening Day Rotation With Andrew Painter Decision
One of the Philadelphia Phillies' top prospects, right-handed pitcher Andrew Painter, now knows whether he's starting the 2026 season in the majors or minors.
Kyle Schwarber News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19
Kyle Schwarber turns heads with what he did to his WBC silver medal
Another World Baseball Classic, another agonizing end to Team USA’s campaign. The silver medals Kyle Schwarber and Team USA received after losing to Venezuela on Tuesday at loanDepot Park in Miami, Fla., simply don’t sparkle like gold and serve as a reminder of the mission they fell short of.
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