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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / January 4

How will Phillies round out their bullpen in 2026?

After signing right-hander Brad Keller and trading away lefty Matt Strahm, the Phillies seem to have the main members of their bullpen set. Jhoan Duran will return as the closer, Keller and Orion Kerkering will serve as the later-inning righties and José Alvarado and Tanner Banks will be the club’s go-to lefties.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / January 4

J.T. Realmuto, Bo Bichette and negotiating through the media

When the offseason began, it seemed that it was a given that J.T. Realmuto would return to the Phillies. While he was a free agent able to sign with any team he chose, it seemed like he wanted to return to Philadelphia, and the Phillies wanted him back.

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / January 4

Proposed Phillies' Infield Shakeup Could Finally Result in World Series Victory

On Saturday, January 3rd, national MLB Network insider and analyst Jon Heyman reported that the Philadelphia Phillies are among the teams interested in 27-year-old infielder Bo Bichette.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 4

Another team enters the race for Bo Bichette

Another team has joined the pursuit of Bichette.

Blue Jays still have room for Bo Bichette after splash free-agent signing

Blue Jays continue to be all-in by signing Kazuma Okamoto

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J.T. Realmuto News / The Good Phight / January 4

The Great Frame-Up

The catcher—the backstop, the receiver, the wearer of the tools of ignorance, whatever you may call him— is usually regarded as a lawman. Holding base-thieving ne’er-do-wells to account, the catcher, like their fellow mask enthusiast Judge Dredd, is the law.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / January 4

Phillies news: Bryce Harper, J.T. Realmuto, Kazuma Okamoto

A new week and another missed opportunity for the Phillies to dip their toes into the Japanese market. I will continue to believe that each season’s payroll will have a sizable chunk carved out for the right player to join their team from Japan.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 3

Phillies throw their hats into the ring for top free agent Bo Bichette

The Philadelphia Phillies are among the big-market suitors for Bichette.

Blue Jays still have room for Bo Bichette after splash free-agent signing

Bo Bichette linked to three new contenders in free agency

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / January 3

Phillies Face Huge Contract Year Question with Star Left-Handed Pitcher

Sketch out an opening day starting rotation for the Philadelphia Phillies and one must feel pretty good about 2026. But what about beyond that? A glimpse at the depth chart shows a rotation that includes Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola, Cristopher Sánchez and Jesús Luzardo.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / January 3

Philadelphia Phillies Receive Brutal Ranger Suarez Free Agency Update

The Philadelphia Phillies entered this offseason knowing four cornerstone players—Kyle Schwarber, J.T. Realmuto, Ranger Suárez, and Harrison Bader—would test free agency.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / January 2

5 reasons to be optimistic about the Phillies in 2026

With the MLB off-season roughly half over and a new year upon us, it’s a good time to look ahead. You know, fresh starts and all of that. Dave Dombrowski has not given the Phillies the facelift many of you reading this wanted to see after a second straight season in which they won the NL East but failed to win a single playoff series.

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Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / January 2

Bryce Harper Predicted to Join Mike Schmidt in Exclusive Phillies Club

Longtime Philadelphia Phillies reporter Todd Zolecki has high hopes for veteran first basemanBryce Harper, projecting that Harper could join Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt as the only two-time MVP winners in franchise history.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / January 1

Rising Prospect Aroon Escobar Gives Phillies Potential Infield Succession Plan

Going into the 2024 minor league season, the Philadelphia Phillies were just hoping infield prospect Aroon Escobar could get his bat right. Now, entering 2026, he’s gathering momentum toward a Major League call-up in the next two years.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Apex Sports / December 31

Bryce Harper Fires Back At Dave Dombrowski With 'Not Elite' Shirt

At the end of the season press conference, Dave Dombrowski made an interesting comment about Bryce Harper and whether he can be an elite player again after a down 2025 season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Five Phillies Who Could Get Contract Extensions This Offseason

There are multiple Philadelphia Phillies players who could receive contract extensions this offseason. The Phillies have not done much this winter outside of re-signing star designated hitter Kyle Schwarber.

Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / December 27

Bryce Harper wears ‘not elite’ shirt in response to Phillies exec

If Philadelphia Phillies president Dave Dombrowski was looking to light a fire under Bryce Harper, he succeeded. Dombrowski made some comments in October in which he questioned whether Harper could return to being an elite player in the future.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 27

1 roster move Phillies must make after Christmas

The Philadelphia Phillies enter the post-Christmas portion of the MLB offseason facing a decision that could shape their entire 2026 outlook. While multiple roster questions remain unresolved, none carries more immediate weight than the situation behind the dish.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / December 27

Philadelphia Phillies star 1B Bryce Harper takes a swipe at team president Dave Dombrowski

Bryce Harper is using anything that he can to motivate himself this offseason.

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J.T. Realmuto News / Athlon Sports / December 26

Phillies Add Catcher in MLB Free Agency After J.T. Realmuto Report

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J.T. Realmuto News / Yardbarker / December 17

Are Phillies one step closer to resigning J.T. Realmuto?

Could the Philadelphia Phillies be inching toward a reunion with catcher J.T. Realmuto? Reports indicate it's possible, and the next move belongs to the veteran backstop.

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