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MLB News / The Good Phight / July 5
What a waste: Royals 5, Phillies 2 
The hot weather in Kansas City appeared to agree with Aaron Nola. The Phillies’ starter pitched his best start of the season, going seven innings while giving up three runs.
Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / July 5
2026 Transactions: Phillies Re-Sign De La Cruz, Selections & DFAs
Philadelphia opted to retain former Marlins outfielder Bryan De La Cruz, as he re-signed with the club on July 5. That was one of several notable moves made on the day.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 5
Phillies' Bryce Harper needs to do one more 'big thing' before 2026 MLB Home Run Derby
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper is seeking to find one thing before participating in the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby.
Zack Wheeler News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 5
The Biggest Phillies All-Star Snub: Zack Wheeler
As the Philadelphia Phillies continue to play well, they have numerous players who have had excellent starts to the campaign. Unfortunately, one of them was recently snubbed from the All-Star Game. There have been few teams in baseball that have been better than the Phillies since May.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / July 5
Phillies Designate Player for Assignment After Roster News
The Philadelphia Phillies made a 40-man roster move Sunday, signing outfielder Bryan De La Cruz to a one-year major league contract before optioning him to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Phillies Sign Veteran Outfielder To Major League Deal
As the Philadelphia Phillies get set for their next game over the weekend against the Kansas City Royals, the team has added some outfield depth to the organization. It has been a pretty remarkable run for the Phillies of late.
Jean Cabrera News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5
Phillies Designate Jean Cabrera, Sign Bryan De La Cruz To MLB Contract
The Phillies announced that outfielder Bryan De La Cruz has been signed to a Major League contract, a day after De La Cruz was released from his previous
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / July 5
Phillies mock draft roundup, 3.0
The MLB draft is creeping ever closer, taking place exactly one week from today. This is our latest version of what the prognosticators believe will be happening.
Brandon Marsh News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 5
Brandon Marsh Headlines Phillies All-Stars as NL Starter
The Philadelphia Phillies have undergone a historic turnaround during the 2026 MLB regular season. They are the first team in MLB history to be at least 10 games under the .500 mark in April and then be at least 10 games over the .500 mark before the calendar flipped to July.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5
Phillies’ Bryce Harper earns All-Star berth as Rob Manfred’s ‘legends pick’
The Philadelphia Phillies have been playing some good baseball, and Bryce Harper has been one of the players who has helped them stay afloat. Even with what he’s done this season, he was close to being one of the biggest snubs of the All-Star Game, but Rob Manfred came in to save the day, according to Jeff Kerr.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 5
Phillies' Jhoan Duran has 'dream come true' after first All-Star selection
Hosting the 96th annual All-Star Game, the Philadelphia Phillies will have five players represent them when the game kicks off on July 14.
Phillies Need to Add Talent Around Star Closer Before MLB Trade Deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies have been rising up the standings of late, and this is a group that looks like a true contender once again. However, with the trade deadline approaching, there will be some areas that they should seek to improve. The turnaround for the Phillies has been one of the most impressive things so far in baseball this season.
Bryce Harper News / Yardbarker / July 5
Phillies' Bryce Harper won't be snub for the Midsummer Classic
One of the greatest showmen in Major League Baseball will have his talents on full display during the 96th All-Star Game.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 5
Phillies using 'whole roster' to success against slumping Royals
While the Philadelphia Phillies will have at least five All-Stars this season, Saturday's contest proved that their talent runs much deeper. The surging Phillies look for their ninth win in 12 games when they visit the Kansas City Royals in a Sunday matinee.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 4
Phillies use homers to coast to series-opening win over Royals
J.T. Realmuto, Gabriel Rincones Jr. and Alec Bohm homered in support of Jesus Luzardo as the visiting Philadelphia Phillies topped the Kansas City Royals 6-1 in Saturday's opener of a three-game set.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4
Phillies Acquire $250K Of International Bonus Money From Guardians
The Phillies have added $250K of international bonus pool space in a trade with the Guardians, as Cleveland will receive minor league right-hander Ryan Degges in return. Both teams have announced the trade.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Rays' Junior Caminero continues HR tear in win over Astros
Red hot like the weather across the country, Junior Caminero hit another home run on Friday as part of a Tampa Bay Rays' win to open up the holiday weekend.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 3
Is Trea Turner's recent performance for Phillies a reassuring sign of his comeback?
Trea Turner's recent turnaround could be a positive sign of him making a comeback this season. The Phillies certainly hope so.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Breakout performance from surprising rookie helping to drive Pirates offense
The Pittsburgh Pirates are still hovering around the .500 mark and on the fringes of playoff contention thanks to this surprising rookie.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 2
Zack Wheeler displeased despite Phillies win over the Pirates
The Philadelphia Phillies offense came to life again against the Pittsburgh Pirates, plating 10 runs to the Pirates' six, to combine for 18 runs scored in the past two games.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes
The Pittsburgh Pirates might have a Paul Skenes problem.
Justin Crawford News / Yardbarker / July 1
Justin Crawford's in-season adjustments paying dividends
The grind of a 162-game season has not been kind to Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Justin Crawford. However, some in-season adjustments have helped the 22-year-old find his stroke at the plate of late.
Aaron Nola News / Yardbarker / June 29
Aaron Nola's struggles should push Phillies to make move ahead of trade deadline
Aaron Nola's latest dud should be all the Philadelphia Phillies need to see to make adding to the starting rotation the team's top priority ahead of the 2026 trade deadline.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 29
Brandon Marsh continues to show why he's an All-Star
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh is on a quest to be named to his first All-Star team and is likely to be named a starter for this season's
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 29
Two Phillies superstars are barreling toward 400 career home runs
The Philadelphia Phillies have played an impressive stretch of baseball as of late, and it's come from the power production of their two superstars: Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. Schwarber is the leader in Major League Baseball in home runs (30), while Harper is on pace to hit between 25 and 30 (currently at 19).
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