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On YouTubeRob Thomson News / The Good Phight / March 15
You think Rob Thomson might be on the hot seat 
The other day, I asked a few questions about Rob Thomson and his tenure with the Phillies. He is in the midst of arguably the best stretch of regular season baseball this franchise has had in their history, yet he is not as universally liked as one might imagine.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 15
Phillies news: Zack Wheeler, Justin Crawford, Robert Stephenson
Another spring victory, which is great, but we’re here for the showdown tonight in Miami. United States vs. Dominican Republic, Paul Skenes vs. possibly the best lineup ever assembled.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 14
Rob Thomson Makes Zack Wheeler Decision at Phillies Spring Training
After undergoing two surgeries in 2025, it was initially unclear when in the 2026 season Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler would see the mound. Wheeler threw a bullpen on Saturday, however, and the plan manager Rob Thomson laid out afterward bodes well for his return to major-league action.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
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.
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.
Zack Wheeler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 14
Phillies’ Zack Wheeler comments on injury status as Opening Day draws near
As Zack Wheeler continues to clear barriers in his return from thoracic outlet decompression surgery, fans cannot help but get excited. Although it has
Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 14
Kyle Schwarber gets 100% real on Team USA’s WBC journey
The World Baseball Classic continues to test the resilience of every contender, and Team USA’s journey in the 2026 tournament reached another defining moment Friday night in Houston.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 14
Phillies announce 2 roster moves before Yankees game
The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to finalize their roster after playing spring training games this year. Philadelphia is making some tweaks to that roster as spring continues.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 14
Phillies Send Pitching Depth Piece to Triple-A After Rough Spring
With Taijuan Walker back in camp from the World Baseball Classic, the Phillies optioned starting pitching depth piece Alan Rangel to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Saturday morning.
Jonathan Bowlan News / The Good Phight / March 14
The Notes: #26 (not Utley) and Jonathan Bowlan
The final two weeks of camp are way more important than the first two but the heat is on between Dylan Moore and Bryan De La Cruz for the final spot on the 26-man roster.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 14
Albert Pujols, Cristopher Sanchez Discuss What's Next for Phillies Lefty
Cristopher Sanchez more than made up for a shaky first start in the World Baseball Classic by pitching five brilliant, two-hit scoreless innings with a walk and eight strikeouts on Saturday for the Dominican Republic.
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.
Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 14
The Good and Bad of Andrew Painter’s Longest Spring Start Yet for Phillies
Andrew Painter's third start of spring training was a mixture of good and bad, with a long but scoreless opening frame, three strikeouts in the second inning and then loud contact in the third.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 13
Phillies Reassign Four Young Position Players to Minor League Camp
The Phillies on Friday morning continued to whittle down their big-league spring training roster ahead of Opening Day, shedding four position players. They have 54 guys left in camp after optioning or reassigning 15 since Saturday.
Zack Wheeler News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 13
Another Important Early Development in Phillies' Rotation
Thursday brought another positive development in the Phillies' rotation with the news that Zack Wheeler will advance from the bullpen session phase of his rehab to pitching live batting practice.
Chase Utley News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 13
Remembering the Period of Time When Chase Utley Was at His Best
The pinnacle of Chase Utley's career, which can stand side-by-side with any five-year peak from any second baseman since 1930, began when I was a teenager making the transition from lifelong Phillies fan to writer and reporter.
Aidan Miller News / Last Word On Sports / March 12
Injury Concerns For Phillies Top Infield Prospect
There are some injury concerns with Philadelphia Phillies top infield prospect Aidan Miller. On March 12 the Phillies reassigned Miller to minor league camp effectively ruling him out of Grapefruit League play.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 12
Rob Thomson Announces Zack Wheeler News Ahead of Phillies Season
The Philadelphia Phillies starting rotation is a bit weaker this year after left‑hander Ranger Suarez left in free agency to join the Boston Red Sox. Even so, the group still has the potential to be one of the best units in baseball, especially if Zack Wheeler returns to form.
Zack Wheeler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12
Phillies latest Zack Wheeler update is pivotal for Philadelphia ahead of Opening Day
The Philadelphia Phillies received an encouraging Zack Wheeler injury update as the club prepares for Opening Day. The update shapes expectations for the club’s Opening Day rotation and the outlook for the Phillies pitching staff during the early weeks of the season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / March 12
Did Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber ask Aaron Nola to beat Mexico for Team USA’s WBC hopes?
Aaron Nola is one of the MLB veterans on the Team Italy roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The Philadelphia Phillies pitcher was scheduled to start for Italy against Mexico on Wednesday.
Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / March 12
Phillies facing troubling Bryce Harper development amid World Baseball Classic
This is a pivotal year for Harper, who enters the season with something to prove.
Andrew Painter News / Last Word On Sports / March 9
A Prized Painter: What to Expect from Phillies Rookie Starter
For many fans of the Philadelphia Phillies, this was not the most pleasant offseason. After three straight sooner-than-expected postseason exits, the fanbase was clamoring for some type of big shake-up.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / March 9
Phillies lock in another key rotation piece in Jesus Luzardo
The Philadelphia Phillies lost one potential building block to their rotation when Ranger Suarez departed via free agency. They have made certain that will not happen again during the 2026-27 offseason.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 9
Phillies, Jesús Luzardo Agree To Extension
The Phillies and left-hander Jesús Luzardo have agreed to an extension, according to various reports. He was previously slated for free agency after 2026.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 9
Make Or Break Year: Alec Bohm
Players highlighted in the “Make Or Break” feature normally fall into one of a few familiar categories. Sometimes it’s a former star prospect running
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 7
Checking In On The Phillies’ Roster Battle
The Phillies are expected to have an opening for their final roster spot with outfielder Johan Rojas facing a PED suspension. Multiple veterans are vying for the job in Spring Training, but manager Rob Thomson added an interesting name to the race on Friday.
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