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Phillies Cannot Be Counted Out in Tarik Skubal Sweepstakes

Phillies Cannot Be Counted Out in Tarik Skubal Sweepstakes

The Philadelphia Phillies have clawed their way back into the mix in the National League under interim manager Don Mattingly. A veteran-laden team that wasn’t playing close to expectations at the start of the season has found its footing over the last few weeks.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / July 7

The Phillies have needs. What can they trade to fill them?

The trade deadline is a time of wonder and curiosity. Teams are on the lookout for ways to improve themselves when the options they have internally are no longer good enough.

Kyle Schwarber News / Just Baseball / July 7
Kyle Schwarber Is Authoring an Interesting Cooperstown Case

Kyle Schwarber Is Authoring an Interesting Cooperstown Case

On the surface, a designated hitter with a 24.2 career fWAR does not look to be a player headed to Cooperstown, but Kyle Schwarber has created an intriguing Hall of Fame bid.

Zack Wheeler News / The Good Phight / July 7

Is Zack Wheeler an All-Star snub?

Selecting players for the All-Star team is more complicated than we sometimes admit. The requirement for every team to have a representative no matter their quality can sometimes make things messy, as does the complicated voting process for selecting starters.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

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?

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The 'Active 200-K season leaders' quiz
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / July 7
Phillies' Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper take aim at Reds

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper take aim at Reds

The Philadelphia Phillies hope their historical resurgence continues this week as they open a three-game series against the host Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

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.

Aaron Nola News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 7
Aaron Nola Showed One Positive Sign for Phillies Despite Loss to Royals

Aaron Nola Showed One Positive Sign for Phillies Despite Loss to Royals

The 2026 MLB season has been an incredibly difficult one for Philadelphia Phillies veteran starting pitcher Aaron Nola. Since the start of the 2025 campaign, there have been only two pitchers who have thrown at least 150 innings and have a higher ERA than Nola has.

Byron Buxton News / Viral Sports News / July 7
Phillies’ Rumored Byron Buxton Trade Proposal Will Make Your Head Spin

Phillies’ Rumored Byron Buxton Trade Proposal Will Make Your Head Spin

The Philadelphia Phillies absolutely need to add an outfielder before the MLB trade deadline, and one name that has become very popular for them is Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 6
Phillies' Ace Shockingly Has Worst Start of Career Against Royals

Phillies' Ace Shockingly Has Worst Start of Career Against Royals

Despite the Philadelphia Phillies playing very well of late, the team lost a strange weekend series that went into Monday against the Kansas City Royals.  Due to the World Cup being in Kansas City on Friday night, the Royals and Phillies didn’t start their series until Saturday.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Athlon Sports / July 6
Phillies’ Cristopher Sanchez Makes Unfortunate Personal History During Royals Start

Phillies’ Cristopher Sanchez Makes Unfortunate Personal History During Royals Start

Cristopher Sánchez endured the toughest outing of his 2026 season on Sunday as the Philadelphia Phillies dropped the finale of their series against the Kansas City Royals.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / July 6
Former Phillies, Yankees Pitcher Has Reportedly Died

Former Phillies, Yankees Pitcher Has Reportedly Died

Al Holland, the former All-Star relief pitcher whose powerful performances helped guide the Philadelphia Phillies to the 1983 National League pennant, passed away on July 4 at the age of 73.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6
Phillies rumors: What Philadelphia needs to trade for aside from outfield, starting pitching help

Phillies rumors: What Philadelphia needs to trade for aside from outfield, starting pitching help

The Philadelphia Phillies have been up and down lately, losing two out of their last three heading into Monday’s series finale against the Kansas City Royals.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

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.

Kyle Schwarber News / Athlon Sports / July 6
Kyle Schwarber Facing Career Decision Away From Phillies

Kyle Schwarber Facing Career Decision Away From Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies have turned it around after a terrible start to the 2026 MLB season. After a 9-19 slump to begin the year, they are now 50-40, only three games back of the first-place Atlanta Braves in the National League East.

Zack Wheeler News / Athlon Sports / July 6
MLB Facing Backlash for Zack Wheeler Decision

MLB Facing Backlash for Zack Wheeler Decision

Zack Wheeler’s absence from the initial National League All-Star Game roster has become one of the more heated topics heading into the Midsummer Classic, and his longtime agent believes the MLB got it wrong.

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The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz
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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 6
MLB has an All-Star Game selection problem

MLB has an All-Star Game selection problem

MLB gives the entirety of its vote regarding the starting lineup to the fans, with no input from the media or players around the league on that part of the roster, making the process subject to manipulation.

Phillies' Bryce Harper won't be snub for the Midsummer Classic
Phillies' Bryce Harper needs to do one more 'big thing' before 2026 MLB Home Run Derby
Royals' Michael Wacha joins rare company with second All-Star selection
Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / July 6
Phillies All-Star LHP Cristopher Sanchez looks to improve road numbers at Royals

Phillies All-Star LHP Cristopher Sanchez looks to improve road numbers at Royals

Cristopher Sanchez was named an All-Star for the second time, but the left-hander has struggled lately on the road for the Philadelphia Phillies. Meanwhile, Kansas City left-hander Noah Cameron continues to have his own mound issues during a second major league season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 5
Bryce Harper needs to do one more 'big thing' before Home Run Derby

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. 

Phillies' Bryce Harper won't be snub for the Midsummer Classic
Phillies' Jhoan Duran has 'dream come true' after first All-Star selection
Paul Skenes' All-Star selection is reminder of what game is really about
Angels' Mike Trout named All-Star Game starter for first time since 2019
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s reason for backing out of the All-Star Game is revealed
Jean Cabrera News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5
Phillies Designate Jean Cabrera, Sign Bryan De La Cruz To MLB Contract

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

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 5
Phillies' Jhoan Duran has 'dream come true' after first All-Star selection

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.

Is Trea Turner's recent performance for Phillies a reassuring sign of his comeback?
Bryce Harper News / Yardbarker / July 5
Phillies' Bryce Harper won't be snub for the Midsummer Classic

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.

Is Trea Turner's recent performance for Phillies a reassuring sign of his comeback?
Phillies' Jhoan Duran has 'dream come true' after first All-Star selection
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4
Phillies Acquire $250K Of International Bonus Money From Guardians

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

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.

Cubs on wrong side of history after blowout loss to Cardinals
Historic June earns Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Player of the Month honors
Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto earns June AL Rookie of the Month award
Mariners' Randy Arozarena had the worst ABS challenge game of the season
Zack Wheeler displeased despite Phillies' win over the Pirates
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 3
Is Trea Turner's recent performance for Phillies a reassuring sign of his comeback?

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. 

Zack Wheeler displeased despite Phillies' win over the Pirates
Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes
Breakout performance from surprising rookie helping to drive Pirates offense
Pirates look to slow Phillies' explosive offense in series finale
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Breakout performance from surprising rookie helping to drive Pirates offense

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. 

Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes
Justin Crawford's in-season adjustments paying dividends
Brewers' Aaron Ashby moves up all-time list in win over Reds
Why Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski may not pitch in MLB All-Star Game
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 2
Zack Wheeler displeased despite Phillies win over the Pirates

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.

Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes
Justin Crawford's in-season adjustments paying dividends
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes

Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes

The Pittsburgh Pirates might have a Paul Skenes problem.

MLB legend destroys Mets: 'They lack identity, personality and leadership'
How struggles of Mets' Freddy Peralta reportedly could impact his trade value
Insider reveals if Steve Cohen is serious about possible Francisco Lindor trade
Three areas the Yankees need to improve at the 2026 trade deadline
Why Spencer Miles fits the Blue Jays' 2027 rotation picture
Justin Crawford News / Yardbarker / July 1
Justin Crawford's in-season adjustments paying dividends

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.

Brandon Marsh continues to show why he's an All-Star
Aaron Nola's struggles should push Phillies to make move ahead of trade deadline
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
Aaron Nola News / Yardbarker / June 29
Aaron Nola's struggles should push Phillies to make move

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.

Kyle Schwarber mashes MLB-leading 30th home run, sets Phillies record
Two Phillies superstars are barreling toward 400 career home runs
Brandon Marsh continues to show why he's an All-Star
The 'Active 200-K season leaders' quiz
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 29
Brandon Marsh continues to show why he's an All-Star

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

Kyle Schwarber mashes MLB-leading 30th home run, sets Phillies record
Two Phillies superstars are barreling toward 400 career home runs

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