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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 4
What the Phillies Got Right (and Wrong) at the Trade Deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies were incredibly active ahead of the MLB trade deadline, completing four trades. While some of them involved minor league players who may not make an impact at the Major League level, plenty of the team’s shortcomings were addressed with the deals that were completed.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Sport Relay / August 4
Phillies Trade for Playoff Contention Sends Clear Message to National League 
The phone lines at Citizens Bank Park burned hot Monday morning. Dave Dombrowski picked up the receiver and did what he does best. He made two trades that reshaped the roster and announce to the entire National League that the Philadelphia Phillies trade for playoff contention is not a half-measure.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 4
Aaron Nola Helps Phillies Snap Awful Streak Against Nationals
There was one positional group that the Philadelphia Phillies were reportedly prioritizing over the others heading into the MLB trade deadline: their starting rotation.
The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz
Luis Arraez won his third consecutive batting title, this time with the Padres in the National League. He's the first player ever to win the title in three straight years with three different teams. Can you name every player to win the batting at least three times?
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4
Ken Rosenthal reveals Phillies’ new problem after Luis Arraez trade
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired second baseman Luis Arraez in a trade with the San Francisco Giants on Monday. While Arraez and his impressive contact-hitting approach should give the lineup a boost, the acquisition will lead to some questions overall from a defensive standpoint for Philadelphia.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Zack Wheeler News / The Good Phight / August 4
Zack Wheeler Goes Outside
Zack Wheeler, most protean of pitchers, is always changing something. Sometimes it’s his arm angle (it’s declined every year since 2021, going from 38 degrees to today’s 22).
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 4
The Phillies sure are different after the trade deadline
There was a flurry of activity yesterday, the trading deadline for MLB, and the Phillies were caught up in the maelstrom of it all. Bringing in Luis Arraez and Brooks Raley earlier in the day, followed by , there is a new roster in place that will try and get into October and hopefully, further than they have in the past few seasons.
Aaron Nola News / Athlon Sports / August 4
Phillies Announce Aaron Nola Decision After MLB Trade Deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies were among the most aggressive buyers prior to Monday’s trade deadline during the 2026 MLB season, as the team looks to strengthen its roster ahead of a postseason push.
Luis Arraez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4
Luis Arraez bids Giants goodbye with classy post after Phillies trade
Luis Arraez made sure to give San Francisco a proper send-off before starting his next chapter in Philadelphia. The three-time batting champion posted a graphic reading “San Francisco, thank you” on social media after the Giants traded him to the Phillies on Monday, capping a brief but memorable four-month stint on the West Coast.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 4
Phillies news: Luis Arraez, grades, Adley Rutschman
ICYMI, Phillies acquired INF Luis Arraez and RP Caleb Kilian Phillies also made a trade with the Mets for RP Brooks Raley Trade Grades on both moves: CBS
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 4
Grading Phillies Trade With Giants for Luis Arraez, Caleb Kilian
The Philadelphia Phillies have been active ahead of the MLB trade deadline, looking to address the weaknesses on their roster. One of the deals that they completed was with the San Francisco Giants.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 4
Nationals look to end 6-game slide vs. revamped Phillies
After an uncharacteristically poor start his last time out, Jesus Luzardo hopes for an improved effort Tuesday when the new-look Philadelphia Phillies continue their home series with the Washington Nationals.
Philadelphia Phillies News / EasySportz / August 4
The Phillies Didn’t Do Enough at the Trade Deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies improved their roster at the trade deadline, but they didn’t do enough to meaningfully increase their chances of winning the World Series.
Luis Arraez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4
Luis Arraez’s ‘really excited’ initial reaction to joining Phillies
On the day of the trade deadline, the Philadelphia Phillies, in desperate need of some hitting reinforcements, swung a trade for second baseman Luis Arraez, sending top pitching prospect Ramon Marquez as well as relief prospect Marty Gair to the San Francisco Giants.
Bryce Harper News / EasySportz / August 4
Bryce Harper Shakes Up Phillies Lineup to Chase Title
The 2026 MLB trade deadline brought chaos, sure, but the Philadelphia Phillies made the boldest move of all. If the team desires a championship, Bryce Harper publicly urged president Dave Dombrowski to strengthen the roster.
Derek Hill News / Field Level Media / August 3
Derek Hill's grand slam rallies Phillies to victory over Nationals
Derek Hill hit a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning to highlight the Philadelphia Phillies' 6-3 comeback victory over the visiting Washington Nationals on Monday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 3
Phillies' Bryce Harper returning to right field after Luis Arraez deal
Bryce Harper said what every Philadelphia Phillies fan was feeling last week when he declared, "I think we need some help." To help make that happen, the two-time Most Valuable Player will make a surprising move back to the outfield.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / August 3
Phillies Announce Trade Moments Before MLB Trade Deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies continued making roster moves in the final hours before the trade deadline during the 2026 MLB season as they look to strengthen their depth ahead of the final months of the regular season.
Bryce Harper News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3
Phillies To Move Bryce Harper To Outfield
The Phillies are making multiple defensive adjustments after the acquisition of second baseman Luis Arraez. The most notable move is two-time MVP Bryce Harper returning to the outfield.
Nolan Hoffman News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3
Royals Acquire Nolan Hoffman From Phillies
The Royals and Phillies have each announced that right-hander Nolan Hoffman was traded to Kansas City for minor league right-hander Manuel Colon and some cash considerations. Hoffman was designated for assignment by Philadelphia just a few hours ago.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3
Phillies Designate Three Players For Assignment
The Phillies have designated catcher Payton Henry and relievers Lou Trivino and Nolan Hoffman for assignment, the team announced. That trio of DFAs clears the road for this morning’s acquisitions of Luis Arraez, Caleb Kilian and Brooks Raley.
Brooks Raley News / Yardbarker / August 3
Phillies strengthen bullpen by acquiring lefty Brooks Raley
The Phillies continued a busy deadline day by acquiring some bullpen help.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Phillies add Luis Arraez's patient bat to the lineup
The Philadelphia Phillies had been relatively quiet ahead of the Aug. 3 (6 p.m. EST) trade deadline, but that all changed Monday morning. According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Phillies are acquiring second baseman Luis Arraez and right-hander Caleb Kilian from the San Francisco Giants.
Harrison Bader News / Yardbarker / August 1
Giants suspending payment to Harrison Bader after bizarre scooter accident
Harrison Bader's first season with the San Francisco Giants has not only been a massive disappointment, but it is also rapidly turning into a mess.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible partners in blockbuster trade
The Philadelphia Phillies have holes in their rotation, bullpen and outfield. A trade with the Toronto Blue Jays could help fill in those gaps.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 29
Embarrassing sweep should make Phillies think twice about buying at MLB trade deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies may want to think twice about being buyers ahead of Monday's 6 p.m. ET MLB trade deadline.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 28
Phillies could be willing to part with their two best minor league arms
Beginning the second half on a sour note (2-7), the Philadelphia Phillies are limping toward the Aug. 3 trade deadline. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski can pull out a miracle just as his counterpart Mike Gansey did with the Philadelphia 76ers when he signed LeBron James.
Zack Wheeler News / Yardbarker / July 27
Truncated Zack Wheeler outing a potential major problem for Phillies
Starting pitcher Zack Wheeler's shortest start of the season could be a major problem for the Philadelphia Phillies.
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