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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 31

Three up, three down: week of Aug. 24-30

The week that started out not so hot ended up being a solid week for the Phillies, the team going 4-2 against the Mariners and Angels. Now they head on to Arizona for a big wild card showdown.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 31

Phillies' Magic Number Revealed Heading Into Diamondbacks Series

As the West Coast trip entered the middle leg for the Philadelphia Phillies, the team was able to sweep the Los Angeles Angels and is now an impressive 4-2 out West.

Luis Arraez News / The Good Phight / August 31

Should the Phillies re-sign Luis Arraez?

Since acquiring Luis Arraez in a deadline day trade with the Giants, the Phillies have played really well. There was a patch of lethargy of course, but for the most part, Arraez has seemingly been exactly what they needed in the lineup.

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Ketel Marte News / The Good Phight / August 31

Phillies news: Front office, baserunning, Ketel Marte

Sweeping the Angels was needed, particularly as they head on to Arizona. We all know how well they play once there, so getting these three wins was a must.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / August 31

Phillies prospect Dante Nori ‘feeling great,’ back from ‘weird’ injury in time for Double-A playoff push

READING, Pa. — Phillies prospect Dante Nori had never missed real time due to injury in his young career. He played 125 games in his first full season in 2025.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 31

Cristopher Sanchez Has Earned Elite Ranking Leading Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies fans will love how ESPN's updated in-season list of MLB player rankings, ranking the top-50 players in baseball, came out. 17 MLB experts weighed in, providing their rankings of the top-50 players, with ESPN taking the average to create a list.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 30

Phillies sweep of Angels results in feat last done in 1991

The Philadelphia Phillies closed their three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with a 5-2 win Sunday, completing a sweep and reaching a franchise milestone.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / August 30

Phillies Have Done Something Not Accomplished in 35 Years

The Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday with a 5-2 victory, capping a month unlike any the franchise has produced in more than three decades.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 30

Zack Wheeler earns win as Phillies continue heater against Angels

Zack Wheeler allowed one run on four hits over six innings to snap a seven-start winless drought as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game series sweep of the Los Angeles Angels with a 5-2 victory on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

Zack Wheeler News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 30

Phillies Complete Sweep Behind Zack Wheeler Bounce Back

The Philadelphia Phillies are playing their best baseball of the season, continuing to rack up victories and solidify their place in the National League playoff standings.

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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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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 30

Phillies Overcome Historically Bad Base Running To Beat Angels

The Philadelphia Phillies received a stellar outing on the mound from Cristopher Sanchez against the Los Angeles Angels in the second game of their series.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / August 30

Philadelphia Phillies Announce Luis Arraez Decision on Sunday

The Philadelphia Phillies will try to complete a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday afternoon, and manager Don Mattingly has made a notable change to his starting lineup.

MLB News / TWSN / August 30

3.40 ERA Pitcher Listed as Starter in Philadelphia Phillies vs Los Angeles Angels August 30th Matchup

Up to this point, the Philadelphia Phillies vs Los Angeles Angels series has gone how most would think. Philadelphia has taken a 2-0 lead and looks to win Game 3 as well at 4:07 PM ET.

Zack Wheeler News / Field Level Media / August 30

Phillies' Zack Wheeler strives to get back on track vs. Angels

Coming off his worst start of the season, right-hander Zack Wheeler will try and help pitch the Philadelphia Phillies to a sweep of their three-game series versus the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 30

Phillies score 3 runs in 10th, hold off Angels

Kyle Schwarber drove in the go-ahead run with a bloop double and Trea Turner added a two-run single to highlight a three-run 10th inning and lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 4-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday night in Anaheim, Calif.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29

Five most important MLB players to watch in September

With the final month of MLB's regular season dawning, here are five players who could determine just where their teams land in the postseason.

Pete Crow-Armstrong continuing historic season for Chicago Cubs

Crow-Armstrong controls NL MVP narrative with three-HR game

Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll closing in on remarkable accomplishment

White Sox set another 2026 milestone with win over Twins

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MLB News / EssentiallySports / August 29

'He’s on the Fringes': MLB Analyst Makes Bold Bryce Harper MVP Claim Alongside Shohei Ohtani & Pete Crow-Armstrong

Bryce Harper took one for the team and moved to right field to enable the Philadelphia Phillies’ deadline trade. As August comes to a close, it turns out the shift has been a blessing in disguise for the former first baseman.

Jean Cabrera News / Viral Sports News / August 29

Phillies Dump 24-Year-Old Pitcher With Eye-Popping Numbers

The Philadelphia Phillies have cut ties with right-hander Jean Cabrera, releasing the 24-year-old from Double-A Reading on Friday and ending a six-year run in the organization.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28

Phillies World Series winner Larry Christenson dies at 72

Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Larry Christenson has died. The Phillies confirmed the news via a social media post that Christenson died Friday morning while on a fishing trip with family and friends in Washington State.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 28

Phillies legend Larry Christenson passes away at 72

Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Larry Christenson, also known as L.C., died unexpectedly Friday at age 72 while on a fishing trip with family and friends in Washington, the team announced, having spent his entire 11-year Major League career with the organization.