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Phillies' Bryce Harper Shares Reason for Monday Return to Lineup

After what seemed like a painstakingly long month of June, Bryce Harper is set to make his return to the Philadelphia Phillies' lineup. Harper will bat third and play first base Monday night against the San Diego Padres.

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Phillies Starting Pitching Conundrum

The Philadelphia Phillies face a starting pitching conundrum. Ranger Suárez entered the season in a position where it was unlikely he would get a contract extension to keep him with the team.

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The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 39 MLB players with at least four 200-hit seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Non-US born MLB players with 200+ career home runs' quiz

The 'Most home runs in a season for each MLB franchise' quiz

The 'MLB Comeback Player of the Year award winners' quiz

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Aaron Nola News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Phillies Send Message to Aaron Nola After Major News

Philadelphia Phillies right-handed starter Aaron Nola is playing in his age-32 MLB season after making his debut with the team in 2015. Drafted seventh

Bryce Harper News / Field Level Media / June 30

Phillies' Bryce Harper returns from 10-day injured list

Eight-time All-Star Bryce Harper was reinstated to the Philadelphia Phillies' active roster on Monday after missing the last 22 games with right wrist inflammation.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 30

Two Phillies Top Prospects Selected to National League All-Star Futures Roster

The Philadelphia Phillies have some of the most impressive young talent in all of Major League Baseball, and it seems the rest of the league is starting to take notice.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 30

Phillies’ Next Promotion Question Surrounds Justin Crawford

For Mick Abel, an injury allowed him to be promoted to the Philadelphia Phillies’ rotation. For Andrew Painter, the plan has always been for the top pitching prospect to join the rotation sometime this season.

Ranger Suarez News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 30

Phillies Southpaw Stretches Incredible Streak To Double Digits With Latest Start

Philadelphia Phillies star Ranger Suarez didn't have the greatest start to 2025, but he's been on a dominant streak ever since the ball got rolling. After an uneven 2024, Suarez got a late start to this season because he had to deal with some lower back soreness.

Bryson Stott News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Phillies Predicted to Replace Bryson Stott With Team USA Infielder

The Philadelphia Phillies hold the 26th pick in the 2025 MLB draft and have a few ways they can go. For the Phillies, the window to win a World Series is right now.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

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The 'No. 2 NBA Draft picks' quiz

Bryce Harper News / Field Level Media / June 30

Bryce Harper may make his return for Phillies vs. Padres

Bryce Harper, who once enjoyed the greatest moment of his career against the San Diego Padres, could return to the lineup Monday when the Philadelphia Phillies host the Padres in the opener of a three-game set.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 30

Ranger Suarez’s historic run for Phillies draws high JT Realmuto praise

In a season filled with standout performances from the Phillies’ rotation, Ranger Suárez continues to separate himself as one of the most dominant arms in baseball.

Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Phillies Give Bryce Harper Update as He Nears Return

The Philadelphia Phillies’ offense has come into focus recently. Aside from a 13-run outburst on Friday, the Phillies’ lineup has been rather sleepy, recording just four runs in the other five games they played since scoring seven against the Mets on June 22.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 29

Could Phillies Pull Off Shocking Blockbuster for Pirates Rising Superstar?

Outfield continues to be a talking point for the Philadelphia Phillies. They have one of the least productive groups across Major League Baseball, something that has plagued them the past couple of years during this championship window.

Ranger Suarez News / Field Level Media / June 29

Ranger Suarez, Phillies outlast Braves in pitchers' duel

Philadelphia's Ranger Suarez pitched seven strong innings to outduel Atlanta's Spencer Strider and lead the Phillies to a 2-1 victory over the Braves on Sunday in the rubber game of their three-game series.

Johan Rojas News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 29

Phillies Reportedly Growing Frustrated With Johan Rojas

The Johan Rojas saga for the Philadelphia Phillies is at its peak right now. Despite giving him chance after chance to prove he can be an everyday big league player, it's just not quite clicking for the 24-year-old.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Phillies predicted to cut ties with key pitcher for this reason

He has dealt with a few injuries throughout the year, but when he’s on the mound and healthy, he's been very good for much of his career.

Here's when Bryce Harper might return for Phillies

Phillies' Max Kepler frustrated with current role

Who has the best rotation in all of MLB? All 30 ranked

The 'AL and NL MVP since 2000' quiz

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber drops ‘complete hitter’ truth bomb on standout 2025 season

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber has turned plenty of heads this season. Schwarber has smashed home runs with ease, as the Phillies look in great shape to make the postseason.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 28