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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 20
Cristopher Sánchez to start on Opening Day for Phillies 
CLEARWATER, Fla. — The matchup is set for Opening Day. Left-hander Cristopher Sánchez, a rising star over the past few seasons, will make the first Opening Day start of his career when the Phillies take on the Texas Rangers next Thursday afternoon at Citizens Bank Park, as announced by Major League Baseball on Friday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20
Phillies make roster decision on reliever before Opening Day
The Philadelphia Phillies are in the final steps before announcing their Opening Day roster for the 2026 MLB season. On Friday, the Phillies announced that left-handed relief pitcher Genesis Cabrera was reassigned to minor league camp.
Andrew Painter News / The Good Phight / March 20
What do you make of Andrew Painter’s spring?
Andrew Painter made what is likely to be his last start of the spring on Wednesday when he finished four shutout innings against a Braves lineup that had numerous regulars.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / March 20
Bryce Harper Slams Critics Over Team USA WBC Backlash
Team USA fulfilled the expectations by reaching the 2026 World Baseball Classic final. However, they suffered a disappointing 3-2 loss to Venezuela in the championship game.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 20
Phillies News: Dylan Moore, J.T. Realmuto, New Concessions
Less than one week remains until Phillies baseball is back. Nuf Ced. Phillies news Dylan Moore has exercised his opt-out. The Phillies must either add him to the 40-man within 48 hours (of his decision), or lose him.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / March 20
Phillies announce new CBP food items for 2026 season
New food items are coming to the concession stands at Citizens Bank Park. Highlights include a “Phootlong” hot dog, a Bulls BBQ sampler platter and three new player-inspired menu items with a portion of the proceeds benefiting charitable causes.
Dylan Moore News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 20
What Dylan Moore Triggering Opt-Out Means for Phillies
Certain MLB veterans on minor-league deals possess the ability this week to opt out of their contracts if they won't be making their current club's Opening Day roster.
Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 19
Phillies’ Bryce Harper points to real winner of WBC
For the second time in a row, Team USA’s World Baseball Classic campaign ended in heartbreaking fashion. It looked like Team USA would be able to engineer a comeback against Venezuela in the Final after Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper hit a two-run home run.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 19
Rob Thomson Announces Zack Wheeler News Ahead of 7th Phillies Season
The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into the upcoming season with questions about whether the current roster can finally break through in October. The team got weaker this offseason following left‑hander Ranger Suarez’s departure to the Boston Red Sox in MLB free agency.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 19
Team USA player gives Mark DeRosa praise amid manager’s overall WBC backlash
The World Baseball Classic continues to spark debate, particularly surrounding the Team USA roster and criticism of manager Mark DeRosa following a runner-up finish to Venezuela on Tuesday night.
Kyle Schwarber News / Athlon Sports / March 19
Phillies Receive Kyle Schwarber News Ahead of Opening Day
The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing for the upcoming MLB season hoping that their aging core can finally deliver in October. Fortunately, they brought back their best offensive player from 2025 in free agency this winter: Kyle Schwarber.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 19
Hard-Throwing Reliever, Depth Starter Among Phillies Cuts Thursday
Another member of the Phillies' crowded bullpen battle was optioned to Triple-A on Thursday: hard-throwing 27-year-old right-hander Seth Johnson. Johnson pitched well in camp with a 1.86 ERA and .173 opponents' batting average in eight appearances.
Dylan Moore News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 19
Dylan Moore triggers opt-out in Phillies deal
Veteran infielder/outfielder Dylan Moore has triggered the uniform opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Phillies, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic.
Bryce Harper News / LWOSports.com / March 19
Bryce Harper: A Leader On and Off the WBC Field
Tuesday night’s final game of the WBC, Team USA against Venezuela, showcased some really good baseball. What wasn’t highlighted much, though, was Bryce Harper‘s leadership displayed both on and off the field.
Zack Wheeler News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 19
Phillies' Options if Zack Wheeler Returns to Healthy Rotation in April
What if Zack Wheeler really is ready by mid-April? It would be a good problem to have for the Phillies, who will open the season a week from today with a five-man rotation of Cristopher Sanchez, Jesus Luzardo, Aaron Nola, Taijuan Walker and Andrew Painter, though not necessarily in that order.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / March 18
Projecting The Phillies Opening Day Roster
With spring training coming to a close projecting the Philadelphia Phillies initial 26-man roster is becoming easier. The Phillies have made roster cutdowns narrowing some position battles.
Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / March 18
Bryce Harper had words for Nolan McLean after loss to Venezuela
Team USA concluded its 2026 World Baseball Classic without a gold medal to show. The Americans were stunned by Venezuela on Tuesday at loanDepot park in Miami, Fla., to the tune of a 3-2 score.
Kyle Schwarber News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19
Kyle Schwarber turns heads with what he did to his WBC silver medal
Another World Baseball Classic, another agonizing end to Team USA’s campaign. The silver medals Kyle Schwarber and Team USA received after losing to Venezuela on Tuesday at loanDepot Park in Miami, Fla., simply don’t sparkle like gold and serve as a reminder of the mission they fell short of.
Kyle Schwarber News / Total Pro Sports / March 18
Kyle Schwarber Reacts to Team USA’s Loss in Unexpected Way
Kyle Schwarber and Team USA suffered a huge blow against Venezuela after an intense WBC showdown. The tournament is over, and now it’s time to get back to Major League Baseball.
Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / March 18
Bryce Harper had classy gesture for Venezuela after losing WBC final
Bryce Harper stayed classy in defeat Tuesday as Team USA once again watched a rival nation take gold at the World Baseball Classic.
Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / March 17
2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Philadelphia Phillies
Yet again, the Phillies were bounced in the NLDS after winning the NL East. It was a tough blow for several reasons. But perhaps most notably, it meant the Phillies were likely due for roster changes, with several players going to market over the winter.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 18
MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas
Major League Baseball announced on Monday that Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas has received an 80-game suspension after testing positive for Boldenone, a performance-enhancing substance, in violation of Major League Baseball’s Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.
Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / March 16
Italy pivots to RHP Aaron Nola in WBC semis vs. Venezuela
Team Italy will turn to right-hander Aaron Nola as the starter for Monday's World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Venezuela at Miami, instead of right-hander Michael Lorenzen.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 14
Italy's Cinderella run continues into WBC semifinal
It is not quite midnight yet for Italy's Cinderella run at the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Jesus Luzardo News / Yardbarker / March 10
What Jesus Luzardo deal means for Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies opened their checkbook for a five-year extension for left-hander Jesus Luzardo, NBC Sports Philadelphia confirmed Monday.. ESPN’s
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