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How Jesus Luzardo's New Contract Impacts Phillies Payroll

An important part of the reported five-year, $135 million contract for the Phillies with Jesus Luzardo is that it kicks in next season. Luzardo is set to make $11M in 2026 after signing a contract in January to avoid arbitration with the Phillies in his final year before free agency.

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Andrew Painter’s fastball shape is a worry. Here’s why.

This past Saturday was Andrew Painter’s second start of the spring and if you looked at a box score, you’d be rather happy with the results. Three innings pitched in which he gave up no runs, even against a depleted Blue Jays lineup, is cause for optimism that corners are being turned in his development.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 10

How does Jesús Luzardo’s new deal stack up against other big-money contracts for starting pitchers in Phillies history?

Left-hander Jesús Luzardo secured a huge sum of cash and his future in Philadelphia on Monday, reportedly agreeing to a five-year, $135 million extension with the Phillies, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan and Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 10

Phillies news: Jesus Luzardo, Justin Crawford, Alec Bohm

Max Scherzer seems like a cool dude. Maybe he’d like to pitch out of the bullpen? Huh, huh?? Phillies News: A fun story from the outstanding Alex Coffey,

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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.

Andrew Painter News / Last Word On Sports / March 9

A Prized Painter: What to Expect from Phillies Rookie Starter

For many fans of the Philadelphia Phillies, this was not the most pleasant offseason. After three straight sooner-than-expected postseason exits, the fanbase was clamoring for some type of big shake-up.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Phillies’ Jesus Luzardo Extension is Good News for Cristopher Sanchez

The Philadelphia Phillies made a big splash today in the form of a Jesus Luzardo extension, signing the 27-year-old left hander to a contract that will keep him in a Phillies uniform through the 2031 season.

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Phillies Give Luzardo Extension Per Reports

The Philadelphia Phillies have given starting pitcher Jesús Luzardo a five-year $135 million dollar contract extension first reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN.

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Phillies lock in another key rotation piece in Jesus Luzardo

The Philadelphia Phillies lost one potential building block to their rotation when Ranger Suarez departed via free agency. They have made certain that will not happen again during the 2026-27 offseason.

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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.

Jesus Luzardo News / Yardbarker / March 10

What Jesus Luzardo deal means for Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies opened their checkbook for a five-year extension for left-hander Jesus Luzardo, NBC Sports Philadelphia confirmed Monday.. ESPN’s

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 9

Report: Jesús Luzardo agrees to five-year extension with the Phillies

The deal many expected to happen this spring has indeed come to fruition, as ESPN’s Jeff Passan is reporting that the Phillies and Jesús Luzardo have agreed to a five-year contract extension that will keep the left-hander in Philadelphia through 2031.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 9

Phillies to sign Jesús Luzardo to massive extension

The Phillies and Jesús Luzardo are in agreement on a five-year contract extension, Jeff Passan of ESPN is reporting. The deal begins in 2027. The deal is for five years and $135 million, per Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 9

Phillies, Jesús Luzardo Agree To Extension

The Phillies and left-hander Jesús Luzardo have agreed to an extension, according to various reports. He was previously slated for free agency after 2026.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 9

Several Phillies Set Return To Camp in the Coming Days

The Dominican Republic advanced and Teams USA, Italy and Mexico are still alive in the World Baseball Classic, but several Phillies will be returning to Clearwater in the next 48 hours as their countries were eliminated from the tournament.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 9

Phillies Cut Another Pitcher From Spring Training Roster

The Phillies reduced their active spring training roster by one more pitcher on Monday, optioning 24-year-old pitching prospect Alex McFarlane to Double-A Reading.

Justin Crawford News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 9

Why Rookie Justin Crawford's Projections Should Make Phillies Fans Optimistic

It's hard to forecast how rookie Justin Crawford's first month will go in the major leagues, much less his first season. He's a major representative of the variance on this year's Phillies roster.

Garrett Stubbs News / The Good Phight / March 9

No, Garrett Stubbs should be the 26th man on the roster

When we reach this point in spring training, finding stories is often hard to do. For teams like the Phillies, teams that have a rather full roster difficult to crack for most veterans, they are reduced having to slog through games that will have very little determination on the edges of that roster.

Alec Bohm News / Total Pro Sports / March 9

'A Lot Further Than People Can Say' – Alec Bohm Drops Bold Message Despite Rough 2025 Season

Expectations have always followed Alec Bohm. The former No. 3 overall pick has logged four straight seasons as their primary third baseman, occasionally sliding to first base.

Alec Bohm News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 9

Make Or Break Year: Alec Bohm

Players highlighted in the “Make Or Break” feature normally fall into one of a few familiar categories. Sometimes it’s a former star prospect running

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 8

Kyle Schwarber’s monster home run leads Team USA to win over Great Britain

Team USA improved to 2-0 in Pool B of the 2026 World Baseball Classic with a 9-1 drubbing of Great Britain on Saturday, highlighted by a momentum-shifting thunderous home run from Kyle Schwarber.

Kyle Schwarber News / Field Level Media / March 7

Kyle Schwarber provides muscle as US routs Great Britain at WBC

Kyle Schwarber hit the tie-breaking two-run homer in the fifth inning on Saturday night for the United States, which overcame a slow start to beat Great Britain 9-1 in World Baseball Classic Pool B play in Houston.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 7

Checking In On The Phillies’ Roster Battle

The Phillies are expected to have an opening for their final roster spot with outfielder Johan Rojas facing a PED suspension. Multiple veterans are vying for the job in Spring Training, but manager Rob Thomson added an interesting name to the race on Friday.

Zack Wheeler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 7

Phillies’ Zack Wheeler shares another crucial spring training injury update

Philadelphia Phillies star Zack Wheeler is building up for the 2026 season after undergoing thoracic outlet decompression surgery last year. He could be ready to return within the first month or two of the regular season, as Wheeler has continued to take steps forward during spring training.