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MLB News / The Good Phight / September 22
2,008: Phillies 6, Brewers 3 
Zack Wheeler struck out the side in the first and reached his 2,000th strikeout on a high fastball to Brice Turang. He would strike out eight more batters as the night went on in a pretty good effort.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 22
Why Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber Are Key to Phillies Playoff Success
The Philadelphia Phillies have a little bit of work left to do to secure a playoff spot in the National League. With six games remaining in the regular season, the Phillies hold a four-game lead over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 22
Zack Wheeler collects 2,000th strikeout, makes Phillies history in dominant outing
Entering play on Tuesday, only 95 pitchers in MLB history had reached 2,000 career strikeouts. That was until Wheeler took the mound against the Milwaukee Brewers and reached the milestone that so few before him have been able to.
Jesus Luzardo News / Viral Sports News / September 22
Phillies Receive Huge Jesus Luzardo Update Before Playoffs
Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Jesús Luzardo is taking another measured step forward in his recovery from a sore shoulder, offering the club a welcome bit of news as it prepares for a high-stakes series against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Jonathan Bowlan News / Phillies Nation / September 22
Phillies notes: Jesús Luzardo, Jonathan Bowlan updates; Thursday’s starting pitching plan
PHILADELPHIA — A week from the start of the postseason and the Philadelphia Phillies are still fighting to get in. They’re also fighting to get two of their pitchers back on the mound.
Gage Wood News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 22
Why Phillies Decided To Shut Down Gage Wood With Double-A Reading Playing For Title
READING, Pa. -- Gage Wood is "fine," and the Philadelphia Phillies are making sue things stay that way regarding their top pitching prospect. The Phillies made the decision to place Wood on the development list prior to the Eastern League Championship Series against Erie.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 22
Breaking Down Phillies Playoff Scenarios for Seeding
The Philadelphia Phillies are in a good position heading into the final week of the MLB regular season when it comes to securing one of the three Wild Card spots in the National League.
Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 22
Phillies Have Multiple Plans in Place for Andrew Painter
The Philadelphia Phillies are on the cusp of clinching a National League playoff spot. Entering their series with the Milwaukee Brewers, they are holding the No.
Justin Crawford News / The Good Phight / September 22
Justin Crawford is proving everyone right
Sunday afternoon’s Phillies game offered a glimpse into just what Justin Crawford can become. The 22-year-old rookie stepped to the plate with the bases loaded and one out in the top of the eighth inning of a 4-2 game.
Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / September 22
'Pray a Lot': Phillies’ October Dreams Hang in the Balance After Serious Warning by Analyst
“I think we’re content with where we are at this point,” the Philadelphia Phillies’ president Dave Dombrowski set the tone for the team’s October dreams before 2026.
Jose Alvarado News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 22
Phillies' Jose Alvarado Has Earned Major Postseason Role by Pitching Well in September
With just six games left in the regular season for the Philadelphia Phillies, the team will be hoping to finish strong and get the top wild-card spot in the National League. As the regular season enters the final week, there is still plenty that the Phillies are playing for.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 22
The NL wild-card race is setting up for chaos
When Tuesday begins, expect the wild-card chase in the National League to become a free-for-all.
Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / September 20
Cristopher Sanchez leads Phillies past Mets to salvage split
Cristopher Sanchez tossed 6 1/3 solid innings and earned the victory Sunday afternoon for the visiting Philadelphia Phillies, who earned a much-needed 7-2 win over the New York Mets in the finale of a four-game set.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / September 20
Do the Phillies Have a Solid Bridge to Jhoan Duran?
The Philadelphia Phillies‘ bullpen was expected to be a strong point of their ball club entering the 2026 season. The team signed Brad Keller, traded for Jonathan Bowlan, picked up José Alvarado’s club option, and returned the likes of Orion Kerkering, Tanner Banks, and Jhoan Duran.
Orion Kerkering News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19
Phillies To Demote Orion Kerkering
The Phillies are optioning Orion Kerkering to Triple-A, reports Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Kerkering has been a key reliever for Philadelphia in recent seasons, but he’s struggled mightily since the All-Star Break.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19
Mets' Jared Young out of hospital after terrifying collision
New York Mets first baseman Jared Young will miss the remainder of the season after a concussion suffered in a terrifying collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during Thursday night’s 3-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18
Mets' Juan Soto's latest HR places him among MLB legends
While the 2026 season may be one New York Mets fans plan to forget, Juan Soto has reason to remember it as a special one for his career.
Aaron Nola News / Yardbarker / September 18
Phillies' Aaron Nola has reinvented himself as a trusted postseason weapon
Nola has made a strong turnaround in his last 10 starts.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18
Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies
New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was stretchered off the field in the top of the sixth inning of Thursday's home game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / September 17
Aaron Nola dazzles in Phillies’ win over Mets
Aaron Nola allowed three hits over seven innings and the visiting Philadelphia Phillies opened a four-game series against the New York Mets with a 3-0 win on Thursday night.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17
Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change
With the offseason approaching, several recognizable names could make sense for a few clubs looking for a different direction.
Zack Wheeler News / Field Level Media / September 16
Zack Wheeler tosses 7 scoreless as Phillies blank Nationals
Zack Wheeler and two relievers combined on a four-hit shutout, Alec Bohm had two hits and three walks and the Philadelphia Phillies earned a split of their two-game series in Washington with a 3-0 win against the Nationals on Wednesday night.
Jesus Luzardo News / Yardbarker / September 15
Phillies rotation takes major hit at worst time with Jesus Luzardo injury
The injury comes at an extremely unfortunate time as Luzardo's most recent start of the season was his best one.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / September 14
How Should the Phillies Stack Up Their Playoff Rotation?
The Philadelphia Phillies face a postseason dilemma that many other franchises would love to have. Philadelphia currently has one of the best three-headed monsters in baseball atop its rotation.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 12
Phillies drop crucial game in playoff race after questionable bullpen decisions
It’s a consequential loss for the Phillies, who are now five games back of the Braves with just 14 games left.
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