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Phillies’ Luis Arraez has nothing but respect for Bryce Harper after move to OF

Phillies’ Luis Arraez has nothing but respect for Bryce Harper after move to OF

The Philadelphia Phillies have been playing extremely well since the trade deadline passed. They have won 11 of their last 16 games, including a six-game winning streak.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / August 20
Phillies Cut Ties With Former Yankees Pitcher Who Threw No-Hitter

Phillies Cut Ties With Former Yankees Pitcher Who Threw No-Hitter

The Philadelphia Phillies designated right-handed pitcher Brian Keller for assignment on Wednesday, a move that cleared a 40-man roster spot so the club could finalize a major-league contract with veteran left-hander Nestor Cortes Jr.

Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / August 19
Aaron Nola sharp as Phillies top Marlins for sixth straight win

Aaron Nola sharp as Phillies top Marlins for sixth straight win

Aaron Nola worked seven impressive innings as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to six games with a 4-1 victory over the visiting Miami Marlins on Wednesday.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Brian Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Phillies To Designate Brian Keller For Assignment

Phillies To Designate Brian Keller For Assignment

The Phillies are designating right-hander Brian Keller for assignment, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. That’ll open the necessary 40-man roster spot to finalize their agreement with lefty Nestor Cortes Jr.

Nestor Cortes News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 19
Phillies Were Fortunate To Beat Out Multiple Contenders for Nestor Cortes

Phillies Were Fortunate To Beat Out Multiple Contenders for Nestor Cortes

The Philadelphia Phillies tried, to no avail, to acquire a starting pitcher ahead of the MLB trade deadline. It was reportedly their top priority, but there were a few factors that went into a hurler not being acquired.

Don Mattingly News / Phillies Nation / August 19

Phillies notes: ‘Nasty Nestor,’ a rookie reliever and Don Mattingly’s thoughts on a potential six-man rotation

PHILADELPHIA — The reports swirled on Wednesday morning that the Phillies had an agreement with left-hander Nestor Cortes, a former All-Star with the Yankees who has not pitched this season after undergoing arm surgery last October.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19
Phillies pitcher gets crucial injury update as team battles for Wild Card spot

Phillies pitcher gets crucial injury update as team battles for Wild Card spot

The Philadelphia Phillies have been slowly but surely making up ground in the NL East, now sitting just 5.5 games behind the Atlanta Braves after a recent win over the Miami Marlins.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19
Phillies adding depth to starting rotation with addition of Nester Cortes

Phillies adding depth to starting rotation with addition of Nester Cortes

The Philadelphia Phillies arguably have the best starting rotation in terms of their top three pitchers (Zack Wheeler, Christopher Sanchez, Jesus Luzardo). The back half of the rotation? Not so much. 

Phillies' Zack Wheeler eager to end frustrating run vs. Marlins
Cristopher Sanchez earns league-leading 16th win as Phillies edge Marlins
Phillies signing ex-Yankees All-Star amid playoff race
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Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / August 19
Phillies About to Acquire Former All-Star in Post-Deadline Move

Phillies About to Acquire Former All-Star in Post-Deadline Move

The Philadelphia Phillies appear poised to add a veteran left-hander with a colorful history. Reports Wednesday indicated the club is in talks with Nestor Cortes on a free-agent contract, a development first noted by MassLive’s Chris Cotillo.

Zack Wheeler News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 19
Phillies' Zack Wheeler Bounces Back, But Concerns Remain

Phillies' Zack Wheeler Bounces Back, But Concerns Remain

The Philadelphia Phillies were able to enter Tuesday night on a four-game winning streak and were seeking to make it five with one of their aces on the mound.  While it has not been the most consistent season for the Phillies, this is a team that might be starting to get hot once again.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 19

Phillies on the Pharm: 8/19/2026

It was a night of close games and late comebacks across the Phillies system last night. Some were successful in overcoming deficits and snatching victory while the valiant efforts of others fell short.

MLB News / The Good Phight / August 19

What Series do You Have Circled for the Stretch Run?

We’re in the second half of August. There’s plenty of baseball left to play, but we are in the days where the schedule takes on a greater importance, where each series carries a greater heft.

Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 19
Phillies Have To Find Answer To Troubling Andrew Painter Trend

Phillies Have To Find Answer To Troubling Andrew Painter Trend

Since returning to the starting rotation for the Philadelphia Phillies on July 31 against the Baltimore Orioles, things have been a lot better for Andrew Painter.

Alec Bohm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19
Phillies’ Alec Bohm goes from hated to hero in win over Marlins

Phillies’ Alec Bohm goes from hated to hero in win over Marlins

There were plenty of concerns surrounding the Philadelphia Phillies after they had to shuffle around their defensive setup after trading for Luis Arraez at the trade deadline.

Bryson Stott News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19
Bryson Stott’s ‘nothing crazy’ reaction to changing positions for Phillies

Bryson Stott’s ‘nothing crazy’ reaction to changing positions for Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies arguably sacrificed defense for an offensive boost when they shifted players around the diamond for trade deadline addition Luis Arraez, but Bryson Stott is doing his part to make this infield realignment as smooth as possible.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 18
Middle of order powers Phillies past Marlins for 5th straight win

Middle of order powers Phillies past Marlins for 5th straight win

Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott each drove in two runs to guide the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-4 victory over the visiting Miami Marlins on Tuesday. Philadelphia won its fifth straight game despite a subpar outing from Zack Wheeler, who walked four in five innings while allowing two runs and two hits with seven strikeouts.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 18
Phillies' Zack Wheeler eager to end frustrating run vs. Marlins

Phillies' Zack Wheeler eager to end frustrating run vs. Marlins

The Philadelphia Phillies have won four games in a row and hope it's now right-hander Zack Wheeler's turn to get back into the win column. Wheeler, who has not posted a win in more than a month, will get the ball Tuesday in the second contest of a three-game series against the visiting Miami Marlins.

Andrew Painter News / The Lead / August 17
How Has Andrew Painter Re-Captured His Prospect Hype?

How Has Andrew Painter Re-Captured His Prospect Hype?

One year after being drafted 13th overall in the 2021 MLB Draft, Andrew Painter drew attention from the baseball world as a whole. Painter dominated in his first full professional season, reaching Double-A by year’s end as a 19-year-old.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / August 17
Phillies expected to part ways with Don Mattingly at season's end

Phillies expected to part ways with Don Mattingly at season's end

Since Mattingly took over as interim manager, the Phillies are 57-39 and entered Sunday in a three-way tie for the second NL wild-card spot.

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Bryson Stott News / Just Baseball / August 14
Bryson Stott Is Swinging a Hot Bat at the Best Time

Bryson Stott Is Swinging a Hot Bat at the Best Time

When Bryson Stott came up through the Philadelphia Phillies‘ minor league system, expectations were sky-high. The organization and the fans expected him to be an instrumental piece as the franchise finally transitioned into a winning ball club.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14
Three ways MLB can improve the Field of Dreams Game

Three ways MLB can improve the Field of Dreams Game

Baseball brought everyone to the field. The human stories are what will keep them there.

Three moments that defined the 2026 Field of Dreams Game
Why MLB missed the whole point of Field of Dreams
MLB's Field of Dreams Game has become more commercial than magical
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14
Three moments that defined the 2026 Field of Dreams Game

Three moments that defined the 2026 Field of Dreams Game

For one amazing night on Tuesday, Iowa became the centerpiece of Major League Baseball.  

Why MLB has missed the whole point of Field of Dreams
MLB's Field of Dreams Game has become more commercial than magical
Three ways MLB can improve the Field of Dreams Game
Tigers continue to catch fire without ace Tarik Skubal
Tigers make obscure history in shutout victory over Guardians
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14
Why MLB missed the whole point of Field of Dreams

Why MLB missed the whole point of Field of Dreams

For all of the things Major League Baseball may have gotten right on Thursday night with the Field of Dreams game, there were two telltale signs that MLB executives missed an important part of the movie.

MLB's Field of Dreams Game has become more commercial than magical
Lakers sale raises questions about Shohei Ohtani's future
Tigers make obscure history in shutout victory over Guardians
The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz
Jackson Rutledge News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13
Jackson Rutledge Signs With NPB’s Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks

Jackson Rutledge Signs With NPB’s Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks

Former first-round pick Jackson Rutledge is continuing his career in Japan. The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks of Nippon Professional Baseball announced this week that they’ve signed the former Nationals top prospect (hat tip to Yuri Karasawa of Yakyu Cosmopolitan).

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11
Dave Dombrowski shares his honest take on Bryce Harper claiming Phillies needed help

Dave Dombrowski shares his honest take on Bryce Harper claiming Phillies needed help

Philadelphia Phillies president Dave Dombrowski understands where Bryce Harper’s plea for help came from. The Phillies’ superstar slugger spoke to reporters in late July, just days before the Aug.

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