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Phillies Rookie Has Been Pleasant Surprise To Start Season

The Philadelphia Phillies are bona fide World Series contenders in the National League, but even they had some question marks coming into the season. Despite lofty expectations, they are integrating some high-upside youngsters into their Major League roster.

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Phillies Complete Trade With Dodgers Centered Around Pitcher

Philadelphia Phillies general manager Dave Dombrowski leaves no stone unturned in his quest to make the team as strong as possible. Seeing a chance to improve the long-term outlook of the Phillies, he jumped at the opportunity.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 14

Phillies vs Cubs: Preview, Storylines

The Philadelphia Phillies are entering Tuesday’s game against the Chicago Cubs feeling very good about themselves following one of their best offensive games of the season. Following a bad week for the Phillies, the team was able to show some encouraging signs on Monday night with their best offensive game of the campaign so far.

Griff McGarry News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14

Phillies Trade Griff McGarry To Dodgers

The Dodgers have acquired minor league right-hander Griff McGarry from the Phillies in exchange for international bonus pool space, the teams announced Tuesday.

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The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players with the most multiple-home run by MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Inside The Diamonds / April 14

Philadelphia Phillies Roster Moves 04/14/2026

The Philadelphia Phillies play the second game of their three-game series against the Chicago Cubs tonight. The Phillies took the first game of the series 13-7 last night.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Alec Bohm News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Phillies' Alec Bohm Makes Career Decision Amid MLB Season

Philadelphia Philliesthird baseman Alec Bohm has had an eventful start to his 2026 MLB season, both on and off the field. At the plate, Bohm has struggled to produce.

Aidan Miller News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14

Big injury update on Phillies’ top prospect comes with a catch

While the Philadelphia Phillies continue to focus on the 2026 season, the club’s top prospect is attempting to bounce back from injury. On Tuesday, that prospect received a big update regarding his status, but it did come with a catch.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 14

Phillies Slugger Flashes NL MVP Caliber Upside in Great Performance

The Philadelphia Phillies came into Monday needing a win after a tough week, and they put together a very impressive showing against the Chicago Cubs. Following going 2-4 last week against the San Francisco Giants and the Arizona Diamondbacks, it was key for the Phillies to bounce back against the Cubs.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14

How did Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber bomb a HR on 1 knee? Allow him to explain

The Philadelphia Phillies took home an impressive 13-7 win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday. During and after the game, all everyone can talk about is Kyle Schwarber’s crazy home run on one knee in the first inning.

Garrett Stubbs News / Phillies Nation / April 14

Garrett Stubbs still grinding in minor leagues after being removed from Phillies’ 40-man roster

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Garrett Stubbs made the most of his opportunity on the basepaths after reaching first on a third-strike passed ball for Triple-A Lehigh Valley in the second inning on Friday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / April 14

Why Did Alec Bohm Fire Scott Boras? All You Need To Know

Things are getting real off-field for Alec Bohm. The Philadelphia Phillies infielder is battling through a slow start in 2026, all while reshaping his entire inner circle.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 14

Offensive Outburst For Phillies is Very Encouraging Sign

The Philadelphia Phillies came into their series opener against the Chicago Cubs in need of a win and to try to build some momentum. Fortunately, they were able to achieve just that. It was a tough week for the Phillies against the San Francisco Giants and the Arizona Diamondbacks from the National League West.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / April 14

Phillies notes: Rob Thomson on accountability, update on Aidan Miller, rotation & more

PHILADELPHIA — In the fourth inning on Sunday against the Diamondbacks, Bryce Harper tried to stretch a single into a double. The center fielder Alek Thomas fielded the ball cleanly and fired a throw to the shortstop Geraldo Perdomo, who laid his glove on the dirt, waiting for Harper to slide into it.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14

Phillies’ Alec Bohm parts ways with Scott Boras amid legal drama

Philadelphia Phillies star Alec Bohm has parted ways with super-agent Scott Boras amid an ongoing legal dispute involving his family, Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic reported on Monday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 14

Do the Phillies have a José Alvarado problem?

For the most part, the Phillies bullpen has been a strength so far this season. There’s been some bad luck involved, but overall, the unit looks strong.

Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 14

Grading First Three Appearances for Phillies' Top Prospect Andrew Painter in Majors

The Philadelphia Phillies aren’t quite off to the start that they would have liked this season, but this still should be one of the best teams in the league when it’s all said and done. With some lackluster performances by the Phillies so far, there is reason to be concerned about how they have performed.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 13

Phillies star Kyle Schwarber credits sense of urgency for win over Cubs

The Philadelphia Phillies delivered a statement performance as Kyle Schwarber powered a dominant win over the Chicago Cubs. The offense broke out in a big way, reflecting a sense of urgency the team has emphasized early in the season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14

Scott Boras gets fired by an MLB All-Star client

Another MLB client has decided to drop The Boras Corporation. Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm has fired his agent Scott Boras, Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic reported on Monday.

Kyle Schwarber News / Field Level Media / April 13

Kyle Schwarber blasts two homers as Phillies outslug Cubs

Kyle Schwarber homered twice, drove in three runs and scored four times to help the Philadelphia Phillies to a 13-7 win against the visiting Chicago Cubs on Monday evening in the opener of their three-game series.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 13

Phillies Place Pitcher on IL in Roster Move on Monday

The Philadelphia Phillies are playing the Chicago Cubs on Monday. Before the game, the Phillies announced a roster move. "Prior to tonight’s game against the Chicago Cubs, the Phillies placed RHP Jonathan Bowlan on the 15-day injured list with a right groin strain.

Jonathan Bowlan News / Field Level Media / April 13

Phillies place RHP Jonathan Bowlan on 15-day IL

The Philadelphia Phillies placed right-handed pitcher Jonathan Bowlan on the 15-day injured list Monday with a right groin strain. As a corresponding move, right-handed pitcher Seth Johnson was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / April 13

Phillies Bullpen Off To Promising Start, Minor Adjustment Needed

The Philadelphia Phillies bullpen needs a minor adjustment even with their great start to the regular season. Heading into action on April 13 the Phillies bullpen has the second highest fWAR behind the San Diego Padres.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / April 13

What Phillies should do at leadoff, cleanup spots

The Philadelphia Phillies have stumbled from the gate offensively, posting the 25th-best batting average (.221) and third-fewest runs (53) in the majors.

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Andrew Painter News / Field Level Media / April 12

Phillies RHP Andrew Painter (migraine) scratched vs. D-backs

Philadelphia Phillies rookie Andrew Painter was scratched from Sunday's series finale against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks due to a migraine. Fellow right-hander Zach Pop started what is expected to be a bullpen game in place of Painter, who went 1-0 with a 4.82 ERA in his first two starts.