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Phillies’ JT Realmuto gets positive update on concerning foot injury

The Philadelphia Phillies committed a three-year, $45 million contract to aging catcher JT Realmuto because they believe he is a stabilizing force who can help prop up their World Series ambitions during the 2026 campaign.

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Down bad by the Bay: Giants 6, Phillies 0

The struggle against left-handed starters continued for the Philadelphia Phillies (6-5) as they dropped the middle game of their series against the San Francisco Giants (4-8) on Tuesday night by a score of 6-0.

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The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Rob Thomson Announces Alec Bohm News After Removal From Phillies Lineup

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking for more consistency in their lineup, along with contributions from their everyday players such as third baseman Alec Bohm, who is off to a slow start in 2026.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 7

Which things are “real” this early in the Phillies’ season?

We’re ten games into the 2026 season, which is not nearly enough to look for things that are concrete. A new approach by one player may only be just a blip on their season long radar.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 7

Orion Kerkering back from the injured list, Kyle Backhus optioned

The Phillies’ bullpen, which has been quite strong of late, is about to get another reinforcement to help shorten up games. We know the last time that Orion Kerkering set foot on a major league mound, bad things happened for him and for the Phillies.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / April 7

Phillies Bullpen Getting Return Of Relief Pitcher

The Philadelphia Phillies bullpen is getting a boost with the return of Orion Kerkering from the 15-day injured list. Kerkering recorded a 2.25 ERA and a 0.98 FIP in four minor league rehab appearances for Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 7

Joining in on the extension train with the Phillies

Spring training is a time for hope. It can come in two forms – fans hope their team will put it all together to make a run at a happier ending to their season than the one before while teams hope their players make it through the gamut unscathed.

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

Bryce Harper’s ‘wild’ confession after helping Phillies pull off feat not seen since 2014

The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the San Francisco Giants on Monday night by a final score of 6-4. Bryce Harper led the way with three hits and three RBI.

Andrew Painter News / Phillies Nation / April 7

Andrew Painter struggles, but battles, in road debut: ‘Just one of those nights’

SAN FRANCISCO — Andrew Painter went to the visitors’ clubhouse after his road debut on Monday in San Francisco, did his postgame routine, emerged in the dugout again and watched the rest of the game from there.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 7

Are you concerned about the Phillies’ starting pitching depth?

If you’ve been following MLB closely over the last few years, you are well aware of the general lack of starting pitching depth around baseball. There are quite a few teams who struggle to field four good options in their rotation, let alone five or possibly more to fill in as substitutes over a long season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / April 7

Bryce Harper, bullpen carry Phillies past Giants

Bryce Harper had three hits and drove in three runs, the Philadelphia bullpen threw five shutout innings and the visiting Phillies opened a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants with a 6-4 victory Monday night.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 6

Phillies work to get bats going in series opener against Giants

The Philadelphia Phillies hope the challenge of a tough ballpark will awaken their slumbering bats when they open a three-game road series against the San Francisco Giants in Oracle Park on Monday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 5

Phillies’ Rob Thomson shares latest Zack Wheeler injury recovery update

The Philadelphia Phillies know their rotation will get a massive boost when Zack Wheeler returns from injury. If he continues on his current trajectory, that could be sooner rather than later.

Taijuan Walker News / Field Level Media / April 5

Phillies, Taijuan Walker shoot for road sweep of Rockies

The Philadelphia Phillies started their first road trip of the season with a pair of impressive wins over the Colorado Rockies. They will go for the sweep when the teams wrap up the three-game series in Denver on Sunday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 4

The Most Important Parts of Phillies' First Blowout Win of 2026

It counted the same as any other win, but Friday's 10-1 blowout at Coors Field was one the Phillies needed on multiple levels. First and foremost, the team needed a laugher.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Phillies Possible Defensive Liability

The Philadelphia Phillies left field platoon with Otto Kemp and Brandon Marsh has potentially created a defensive liability. While Marsh is a good defender in left field, Kemp has some issues playing the position.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 2

The Unique Challenge of Phillies Upcoming Road Trip

The Phillies have a segmented schedule in the month of April with a week at home, a week on the road, a little over a week back at a home, another week on the road.

Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / April 3

Phillies' Bryce Harper loses an out on rarely enforced rule

Bryce Harper was left frustrated on Wednesday when he had an out taken away from him thanks to a rule that rarely comes up in Major League Baseball. Harper

Andrew Painter News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 1

How Phillies' Pitching Prospect Andrew Painter Performed in MLB Debut

The Philadelphia Phillies are relying on a couple of up-and-coming talents to make an impact at the big league level early this year. And one of those top prospects got off to a strong start in his major league debut.

Alec Bohm News / Football Analysis / March 31

Phillies’ Bohm Sues Parents for $3M on Opening Day as RV Life Exposed

The confetti hadn’t even settled at Citizens Bank Park when the real story leaked. Alec Bohm, Philadelphia’s third baseman, stepped to the plate on Opening Day, March 26, 2026, and launched a three-run homer in the fifth inning.

Garrett Stubbs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Phillies Outright Garrett Stubbs

Catcher Garrett Stubbs has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A, reports Lochlahn March of the Philadelphia Inquirer. The 32-year-old was designated for assignment earlier this week to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for infielder Christian Cairo.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Phillies Sign Sergio Alcántara To Minor League Deal

The Phillies have signed infielder Sergio Alcántara to a minor league deal, according to the transactions log at MLB.com. The 29-year-old is a client of The Movement Baseball.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 27