Philadelphia Phillies: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / February 20

Phillies' Bryce Harper Dealt Unfortunate News Ahead of MLB Season

Tension has continued to build between the Philadelphia Phillies and their superstar first basemanBryce Harper as the 2026 MLB season approaches. The friction began last year when Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski publicly questioned Harper’s ability to remain elite as he ages.

J.T. Realmuto News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 20

Why J.T. Realmuto Feels Something to Prove With Phillies in 2026

The Phillies players most looking forward and hoping to bounce back in 2026 from at least one down year are Aaron Nola, Adolis Garcia and J.T. Realmuto.

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Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 20

NBC Sports Philadelphia reportedly eliminates Phillies sideline reporter role

NBC Sports Philadelphia has eliminated its sideline reporter role, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Rob Tornoe, meaning Taryn Hatcher will not be part of the channel’s Phillies broadcasts in 2026.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 20

NBC Sports Philadelphia reportedly eliminates sideline reporter role

NBC Sports Philadelphia has eliminated its sideline reporter role, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Rob Tornoe, meaning Taryn Hatcher will not be part of the channel’s Phillies broadcasts in 2026.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 20

Predicting the Results of Phillies' Three Spring Training Battles

With the Phillies' Grapefruit League schedule beginning Saturday, we'll begin to get a closer look at their few position battles of camp. The Opening Day roster won't be decided until closer to a month from now, and how these players perform in Week 1 will not determine anything.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 20

Key Phillies and Storylines to Eye With Spring Training Games Finally Beginning

Aside from the 27 times they're off over the next 219 days, Friday will be the final day for more than seven months without a Phillies game. Their Grapefruit League schedule begins Saturday with a quick trip from Clearwater to Dunedin to face the defending American League Champion Toronto Blue Jays.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 20

Who is your favorite Phillies Spring Training MVP?

Every year we get excited for the start of the Spring Training schedule of games. A long winter without baseball finally ends, even if the games don’t count.

J.T. Realmuto News / The Good Phight / February 20

Phillies News: Bullpen, BayCare Ballpark, J.T. Realmuto

Welcome to the last Friday without Phillies baseball for a while. Well, that’s not strictly true: there’ll be a Friday off after the home opener. But you know what I mean.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Adolis Garcia News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 19

MLB Expert Loves Adolis Garcia as 2026 Bounce-Back Candidate for Phillies

Three years in a row, the Phillies have tried to find corner outfield help in the form of a one-year deal, and while the first two did not work out well, the third has a chance to deliver.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 19

An Enormous New Addition to Phillies Spring Training Stadium

BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater is one of the most, if not the most vibrant, scenic and well-maintained spring training stadiums in all of Florida. It's

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 19

The battle to be the third left hander in the bullpen

The Phillies traded Matt Strahm this winter in an effort to lower payroll get more long term flexibility with their bullpen options. Once the trade was finalized, a ripple effect of that trade, unforeseen or not, was that the depth chart from the left handed side of the bullpen took quite the hit.

Trea Turner News / Phillies Nation / February 19

Over a dozen Phillies are in the World Baseball Classic. Why not Trea Turner?

Quite a few Phillies players and prospects will be taking a break from spring training for the World Baseball Classic in March. With three representatives, Team USA has the biggest Phillies cohort.

Justin Crawford News / The Good Phight / February 19

Phillies News: Jesús Luzardo, Justin Crawford, MLBPA

The bats are cracking. The gloves are popping. The fans are arguing over uniforms. Brandon Marsh’s hair is wet. Baseball has arrived. On to the links. Jesús Luzardo faced live hitters for the first time this spring yesterday, and he put on a show.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 19

What Harper Wants to See From Phillies' Exciting Rookies in 2026

One of the topics that came up during Bryce Harper's wide-ranging podcast interview on Bussin' With the Boys this week was baseball's unwritten rules.

Aaron Nola News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18

Why Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola believes Philadelphia can make a World Series return

Pitcher Aaron Nola expressed his belief that the Philadelphia Phillies can return to the World Series as they enter 2026 with unfinished business. The mindset that fueled the club’s 2022 pennant run remains intact, and Nola reinforced that confidence as spring training unfolds in Clearwater.

Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18

Why Phillies superstar Bryce Harper believes baseball is the hardest sport to play

The Philadelphia Phillies once again found Bryce Harper at the center of a national conversation. During an appearance on the Bussin’ With The Boys podcast, the Phillies superstar expressed his belief that baseball is unique in its difficulty.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18

Phillies catcher JT Realmuto gives in-depth Andrew Painter scouting report in spring training

The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to have top prospect Andrew Painter in the starting rotation. He has the potential of becoming a premier starter for the club, and it sounds like JT Realmuto is believing in the hype.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / February 18

Possible Phillies Lineup Tweaks

The Philadelphia Phillies need to make some lineup tweaks heading into the 2026 season. After shuffling through multiple leadoff hitters last season, the Phillies need some consistency.

Dave Dombrowski News / Yardbarker / February 17

Should Phillies' Dave Dombrowski be on hot seat?

The team went from World Series and NLCS finishes in 2022 and 2023, respectively, to back-to-back NLDS losses.

Bryce Harper was caught off guard by Dave Dombrowski's comments

Nick Castellanos quickly lands with new team after Phillies release

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Trea Turner News / Athlon Sports / February 16

Phillies' Trea Turner Sends Message After Unfortunate News

The Philadelphia Phillies are running it back with a similar core for the 2026 season, hoping the results will be different when October arrives. The Phillies have had no shortage of regular season success, winning back‑to‑back National League East titles, but they have been eliminated quickly in the postseason.

Nicholas Castellanos News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16

Nick Castellanos reveals what he learned from his Phillies exit

Nick Castellanos did not part ways with the Philadelphia Phillies on particularly good terms, and the veteran is trying to use it as a learning experience.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / February 16