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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / August 17
Journeyman pitcher gets back on track after pair of rough Triple-A outings following big-league stint with Phillies 
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Several offensive players made statement performances in Triple-A Lehigh Valley’s monstrous 13-1 Friday night victory over Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Andrew Painter News / The Lead / August 17
How Has Andrew Painter Re-Captured His Prospect Hype?
One year after being drafted 13th overall in the 2021 MLB Draft, Andrew Painter drew attention from the baseball world as a whole. Painter dominated in his first full professional season, reaching Double-A by year’s end as a 19-year-old.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Bryson Stott News / The Good Phight / August 17
Bryson Stott: extension candidate?
Since the All-Star Break, Bryson Stott has been one of the better hitters in the game. His 1.6 fWAR is third in the game amongst hitters, behind only Pete Crow-Armstrong and Jackson Merrill, his 163 wRC+ tenth among all qualified hitters during that same time.
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 / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 17
Fresh Phillies Bullpen Proves Capable of Being Dominant Unit
The Philadelphia Phillies' season has been a roller coaster ride featuring several peaks and valleys. One of the positional groups that has recently been stuck in a rut is the bullpen.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 17
Andrew Painter Deserves Credit for Keeping Phillies in Game With Twins
The Philadelphia Phillies entered their series with the Minnesota Twins in a rough spot. They had played 13 consecutive days, with multiple extra-inning games taxing their already overworked bullpen.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 17
Phillies Shockingly Not in Top 10 of MLB Power Rankings
The Philadelphia Phillies have been a bit inconsistent this year, but the team is still right in the mix for a playoff spot despite being 10 games under the .500 mark at one point. It has undoubtedly been an interesting season for the Phillies in 2026.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 17
Phillies on the Pharm: 8/17/2026
Gotta love these late summer games in the minor leagues. Games being postponed, games being suspended, all thanks to Mother Nature and her rain deposits.
Rob Thomson News / The Good Phight / August 17
What does Alex Cora as manager mean?
The latest reports coming out all but acknowledge that Alex Cora is going to be the next manager of the Phillies once the season ends. Alex Cora, who turned down the job when Thomson was fired, is expected to be the Phillies’ next manager barring a World Series berth or title.
Dave Dombrowski News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 17
Phillies’ Long-Term Plans for Dave Dombrowski Revealed
There was a lot of pressure on Philadelphia Phillies’ president of baseball operations, Dave Dombrowski, heading into the MLB trade deadline. Several weaknesses on the roster popped up throughout the season, and it was his last chance to address them for the stretch run of the season.
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.
Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / August 17
Phillies turn to Cristopher Sanchez vs. Marlins with newfound momentum
Following a rough stretch since the All-Star break, the Philadelphia Phillies finally have some positive momentum entering their home series with the Miami Marlins.
Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 16
Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber steps in to save young fan from potential scare on field
Philadelphia Phillies star Kyle Schwarber has had a great series against the Minnesota Twins. Schwarber launched two home runs against the Twins in the Field of Dreams game on Thursday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / August 16
Phillies Make Big Decision on Former High Draft Pick
The Philadelphia Phillies continue to push their young pitching talent through the system, and the latest move involves right-hander Cody Bowker. Following the club’s 7-5 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday, reports confirmed that Bowker is being promoted from High-A Jersey Shore to Double-A Reading.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 16
Alec Bohm, Phillies rally back to beat Twins
Bryan De La Cruz hit a two-out, two-run, go-ahead single in the eighth inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied for a 7-5 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.
Don Mattingly News / Yardbarker / August 17
Phillies expected to part ways with Don Mattingly at season's end
Since Mattingly took over as interim manager, the Phillies are 57-39 and entered Sunday in a three-way tie for the second NL wild-card spot.
Alec Bohm News / Field Level Media / August 16
Phillies' Alec Bohm rides 5-hit performance into finale vs. Twins
Alec Bohm is a tough out for the Philadelphia Phillies these days. He'll try to stay hot when Philadelphia bids to complete a three-game sweep against the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / August 15
Phillies Raise Eyebrows With Brandon Marsh Announcement
The Philadelphia Phillies continued their series against the Minnesota Twins on Saturday with a notable adjustment to the starting lineup, one that once again left All-Star outfielder Brandon Marsh on the bench.
Kyle Schwarber News / Stadium Rant / August 14
Kyle Schwarber Homers Twice As Phillies Dominate Twins In Field Of Dreams Game
Major League Baseball returned to Dyersville, Iowa, on Thursday night for the first Field of Dreams Game since 2022. The Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota
Bryson Stott News / Just Baseball / August 14
Bryson Stott Is Swinging a Hot Bat at the Best Time
When Bryson Stott came up through the Philadelphia Phillies‘ minor league system, expectations were sky-high. The organization and the fans expected him to be an instrumental piece as the franchise finally transitioned into a winning ball club.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14
Three ways MLB can improve the Field of Dreams Game
Baseball brought everyone to the field. The human stories are what will keep them there.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14
Three moments that defined the 2026 Field of Dreams Game
For one amazing night on Tuesday, Iowa became the centerpiece of Major League Baseball.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 14
Why MLB missed the whole point of Field of Dreams
For all of the things Major League Baseball may have gotten right on Thursday night with the Field of Dreams game, there were two telltale signs that MLB executives missed an important part of the movie.
Jackson Rutledge News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13
Jackson Rutledge Signs With NPB’s Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks
Former first-round pick Jackson Rutledge is continuing his career in Japan. The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks of Nippon Professional Baseball announced this week that they’ve signed the former Nationals top prospect (hat tip to Yuri Karasawa of Yakyu Cosmopolitan).
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11
Dave Dombrowski shares his honest take on Bryce Harper claiming Phillies needed help
Philadelphia Phillies president Dave Dombrowski understands where Bryce Harper’s plea for help came from. The Phillies’ superstar slugger spoke to reporters in late July, just days before the Aug.
Aaron Nola News / Yardbarker / August 8
Aaron Nola makes Phillies history on Saturday
Steve Carlton had been the only pitcher in Philadelphia Phillies history to record at least 2,000 strikeouts during his time with the franchise. Carlton got some company on Saturday.
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