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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 17
Prospect expectations check: What’s realistic and what’s fantasy? 
Let’s assume for a second that Andrew Painter and Justin Crawford are going to make the Opening Day roster. While it’s not completely a sure thing, outside of some unforeseen circumstance that fells one or both of them, they’re going north with the Phillies.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 17
Phillies news: Kyle Schwarber, Zack Wheeler, Lucas Giolito
Phillies News: Phillies are keeping their eye on free agent starting pitcher Lucas Giolito Taking a look at the Phillies Spring Training games that will be broadcast No one will disagree that Kyle Schwarber is key to the top of the Phillies lineup Could we see a career-season for Alec Bohm in his walk year?
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Walker Buehler News / Larry Brown Sports / February 17
Walker Buehler signs with a new team as a free agent
Walker Buehler is headed back to the National League West. The two-time All-Star pitcher Buehler has signed with the San Diego Padres as a free agent, Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reported on Monday.
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 / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 16
Former Longtime MLB Manager Praises Phillies' Core of Leaders
In response to Mets owner Steve Cohen telling reporters Monday in Port St. Lucie that no Met would be named team captain so long as he owns the team, longtime big-league skipper Buck Showalter cited two Phillies as reasons why the 'C' doesn't need to be formally awarded.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 16
Phillies gearing up for ABS challenge system
CLEARWATER, Fla. — A significant rule change is coming to MLB this season. Teams will now be allowed to challenge balls and strikes. The catcher, pitcher and hitter are all eligible to challenge.
Trea Turner News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 16
Trea Turner Reacts to Not Being Asked Back to the World Baseball Classic
Trea Turner had such a massive World Baseball Classic for Team USA in 2023 that he was dubbed "Captain America" by the tournament's end. Three years later, he wasn't asked back.
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.
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.
Zack Wheeler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Phillies’ Zack Wheeler first since surgery shows progress coming along as panned
Zack Wheeler’s 2025 season was cut short after he had to have surgery for venous thoracic outlet syndrome. His recovery time was set for six to eight months, and it looks like he still has some way to go before getting back on the mound.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 16
Three storylines to follow in Phillies spring training
With spring training opening up this week, many people are going to start remembering that baseball is about to begin. Hearing the pitchers and catcher popping mitts again is always the best sound reminder that we have that our blessed game is around the corner and soon after that, position players will return.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 16
2026 Phillies Spring Training Broadcast Schedule Includes More Than a Dozen Games
Phillies spring training games begin this Saturday, Feb. 21, with the opener in nearby Dunedin, FL before the Phils' first Grapefruit League broadcast on Sunday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 16
Which player do you expect to take a leap forward this season?
Spring training is the time for optimism for all people involved. It still feels like the Phillies have a chance to win a World Series since everyone is (mostly) healthy and showing up in the best shape of their lives.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 16
Ranking Phillies' Choices To Bat Cleanup Behind Harper or Schwarber
When it comes to the Phillies' lineup, all anyone wanted to talk about during the offseason was the cleanup spot. Had they signed Bo Bichette before the Mets swooped in with an offer far better than any team was willing to make, they'd have an ideal right-handed protector in the four-spot with high contact skills and power.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 16
Phillies news: Bryce Harper, Edmundo Sosa, Zac Gallen
Today is the day. Pitchers and catchers have already begun their workouts, but the players are coming. A bunch of them are already there, eager to run it ba— Get better for the season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / February 16
Bryce Harper Addresses ‘Wild’ Rift with Phillies President Dave Dombrowski
The Philadelphia Phillies’ president of baseball operations, Dave Dombrowski, voiced frustration in the media earlier this winter over the postseason performance of the team last year.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Apex Sports / February 16
Bryce Harper Speaks Out About Dave Dombrowski’s 'Not Elite' Comment
Bryce Harper spoke to the media for the first time since Dave Dombrowski questioned whether or not he can become an elite player again after his 2025 season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / February 15
Phillies' Rob Thomson Shares Kyle Schwarber Decision at Spring Training
The Philadelphia Phillies opened the MLB offseason by re‑signing the most important player on their 2025 roster, Kyle Schwarber. He was the clear priority, and he will now spend the rest of his prime in Philadelphia after inking a five‑year, $150 million contract that keeps him with the club through the 2030 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Padres' Manny Machado praises team's Saturday signings
GM A.J. Preller was busy dishing out contracts, signing veterans Nick Castellanos, Griffin Canning and German Marquez to one-year contracts to deepen the roster.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / February 16
Bryce Harper was caught off guard by Dave Dombrowski's comments
The Phillies president made some surprising comments about his star player this offseason.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / February 14
Kyle Schwarber Breaks Silence On Nick Castellanos’ Distraction In 2025
The Philadelphia Phillies officially released Nick Castellanos on Thursday as news emerged earlier in the week that they did not allocate locker room space at their spring training facility.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12
Phillies officially cut ties with two-time All-Star Nick Castellanos
The Phillies have released outfielder Nick Castellanos.
Zack Wheeler News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10
Phillies Seeking Rotation Depth With Wheeler Doubtful For Opening Day
Zack Wheeler is maybe the biggest wild card as the Phillies try to claim a third straight NL East title. The ace is working back from the thoracic outlet surgery that ended his 2025 season.
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