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Phillies Wasting No Time Moving Aidan Miller Through System

The Philadelphia Phillies were patient with shortstop Aidan Miller throughout the 2026 season as he navigated a nagging back issue. A top prospect in the sport and the team’s No.

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Which is the team to see in the playoffs?

Is it ok to talk about the playoffs? I think it’s ok to talk about the playoffs. Choose from any of the major people that make projections and you’ll find that most, if not all, have the Phillies at something close to 99% positive that they will make the playoffs.

Nestor Cortes News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Phillies Make Sudden Nestor Cortes Announcement

The Philadelphia Phillies enter a homestand against the Houston Astros with more than just standings on their minds. After splitting a four-game set with the Atlanta Braves and closing that series with a 1-0 victory, the club sits at 81-63 and four games behind the division leaders.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Lead / September 8

How Do Phillies Stack Up Against National League’s Best Teams?

The Phillies opened the year with a disastrous 9-19 start, leading to manager Rob Thomson‘s firing. They then hired Don Mattingly. Since then, the Phillies have made a dramatic turnaround, now sitting at 81-63, the fifth-best record in the National League.

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The 'MLB multi-time MVPs' quiz

Throughout MLB history, 34 players have won the AL or NL MVP Awards more than once. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Single-season HR leader by team' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Active RBI leaders' quiz

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 8

Phillies Prove They Are a Contender in Series Against Braves

Over the holiday weekend, the Philadelphia Phillies were able to split a massive four-game series against the Atlanta Braves. Now, the team has shown what

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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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 8

How this Phillies pitcher could make impact in intriguing role once he returns from injury

The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing for another postseason push. Their starting pitching is set to lead the way, but the Phillies do have some overall uncertainty on the roster.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 8

4 Biggest Phillies Takeaways From Series With Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies entered their four-game series four games behind the Atlanta Braves in the National League East race; they exited it in the same spot.

Luis Arraez News / The Good Phight / September 8

The Double-Edged Sword of Luis Arraez

If you invoke the name of Luis Arraez in a discussion with anyone who has even a passing knowledge of baseball, the word “contact” will likely be one of the first few words said.

Jesus Luzardo News / Larry Brown Sports / September 8

MLB game sets season record with remarkably quick finish

Time flew by like a Jesus Luzardo fastball during Monday’s game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Atlanta Braves. Thanks in large part to Luzardo

MLB News / The Good Phight / September 8

What did we learn from this Phillies-Braves series?

The first four games of this pivotal stretch for the Phillies against the Atlanta Braves are over. It didn’t go quite the way Philadelphia could’ve hoped, as they were only able to split the series.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 8

Phillies news: Jesus Luzardo, Tanner Banks, Aaron Judge

And now, the Astros come to town. This is actually going to be an important series as it’s one of those that the Phillies really should be winning. There cannot be a letdown from seeing Atlanta leave town, nor can there be anything about looking ahead to this weekend.

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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 / EssentiallySports / September 8

'Teams Are Scared to Death': MLB Analyst Reveals What Really Makes Phillies One of the Top Contenders in the Post-Season

The Philadelphia Phillies looked buried before the season had even reached May. After stumbling to a 9-19 start and becoming one of the worst teams in the National League, Philadelphia fired Rob Thomson and handed the team to Don Mattingly.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Former Philadelphia Phillies Infielder Has Died

Joe Morgan, who played 26 games at third base for the Philadelphia Phillies in 1960, died Saturday. He was 95. The news came from the Boston Red Sox, the organization where Morgan later made his name as a manager.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 7

Phillies trio on verge of pitching feat not seen before in MLB history

The Philadelphia Phillies, who are feeling historic lately, picked up another win on Monday as they closed out their four-game series against one of the best teams in the big leagues, the Atlanta Braves.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 7

MLB roundup: Jesus Luzardo blanks Braves as Phillies earn series split

Jesus Luzardo threw his first career complete game and Kyle Schwarber delivered the game's only run with his major-league-leading 43rd homer to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the visiting Atlanta Braves 1-0 on Monday.

MLB News / EasySportz / September 7

Phillies Tie Series With Braves Behind Luzardo’s Masterpiece

The Philadelphia Phillies answered back. After a heartbreaking loss on Sunday, the Phillies bounced back Monday with a 1-0 victory over the Atlanta Braves, splitting the four game series between two of the National League’s top teams.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 7

Phillies Magic Number Improved Heading Into Astros Series

The Philadelphia Phillies rode a roller coaster of emotions during their four-game series against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. A loss in Game 1 with Cristopher Sanchez on the mound was far from ideal, especially because it prompted a change in the bullpen pecking order, with Orion Kerkering set for a new role.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 7

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo notches first complete-game shutout

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo validates frontline-ace status with first complete-game shutout

Luzardo has blossomed into a frontline ace for the Philadelphia Phillies this season, and his first career complete-game shutout (1-0) against the Atlanta Braves on Monday helped validate that.

Jesus Luzardo's first complete game helps Phillies earn split vs. Braves

The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 7

Kyle Schwarber reaches feat only Ryan Howard has accomplished in Phillies history

Kyle Schwarber is in the middle of another big season. The Philadelphia Phillies slugger hit his 42nd home run of the season during the team’s 5-4 loss to the Atlanta Braves on Sunday.

Dave Dombrowski News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6

Dave Dombrowski Aims To Stay With Phillies Beyond Current Contract

Dave Dombrowski has been the Phillies’ president of baseball operations since December 2020, and his current contract with the team is up after the 2027 campaign. Though Dombrowski will be 71 years old at the end of that deal, he intends to stay in his position for some time to come.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / September 5

Zack Wheeler stifles Braves to help Phillies level series

Zack Wheeler worked six strong innings and Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 41st homer as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Saturday.

Caleb Kilian News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Phillies Receive Update on Injured Player Ahead of Braves Matchup

The Philadelphia Phillies received a potentially encouraging update on Caleb Kilian as they continue their crucial series against the Atlanta Braves. Kilian

Bryson Stott News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Phillies Announce Decision on Bryson Stott After Personal Announcement

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott has continued to operate as one of the more underrated everyday players in the lineup. At the plate, the 28-year-old has been a productive hitter, posting a .255 batting average, .331 on-base percentage, .734 OPS, 10 home runs and 61 RBIs across 134 games.

Bryson Stott News / Athlon Sports / September 4

Phillies Make Bryson Stott Announcement After Lineup Change

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott has stepped up for the team now in his fifth year since his big-league debut. The 28-year-old was asked to transition to third base following the team acquiring second baseman Luis Arraez from the San Francisco Giants, despite having minimal experience at the position.