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Phillies Could Be Turning Back to Andrew Painter in Rotation

The Philadelphia Phillies have had a revolving door at the backend of their starting rotation basically all season. First, it was Taijuan Walker, who struggled mightily and was designated for assignment once Zack Wheeler was healthy.

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Is it time to end the Gabriel Rincones Jr. experiment?

The Phillies outfield is the weakest link of a weak offense. As a group, the unit ranks 29th in OPS (.654), on base percentage (.278), and wRC+ (77). The recent month-long cold spell from their only plus player in Brandon Marsh has made the sore spots in the outfield stick out even more.

Philadelphia Phillies News / ESPN / July 31

Gausman to Phillies? Who lands Skubal? MLB trade deadline dominoes for the 10 biggest names on the market

Based on what ESPN's Jeff Passan is hearing, we predict where the top trade candidates will land -- and how they impact each other.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / July 31

Phillies News: Chase Utley, Ramon Marquez, Trade Deadline

July draws to a close, August draws near. The trade deadline looms. On to the links. Phillies news: Eric Longenhagen takes a look at the Phillies prospects that could be on the move for FanGraphs.

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How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Derek Hill News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 31

Phillies Need To Adjust Deadline Plans With Bryan De La Cruz Emergence

There isn’t a team in baseball that needs to make some moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline more than the Philadelphia Phillies. They are mired in a brutal slump to start the second half.

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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 / Viral Sports News / July 31

Phillies Hit With Brutal Reality Check Before Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies find themselves in a difficult position as the MLB trade deadline approaches, with their recent performance raising questions about their readiness for a prolonged postseason push.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 30

Phillies Understandably Seen as a Desperate Team With MLB Trade Deadline Near

It has been a terrible start to the second half of the campaign for the Philadelphia Phillies, who, after a loss to the Miami Marlins on Wednesday, are now just five games over the .500 mark.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30

Phillies’ Bryce Harper-Dave Dombrowski drama draws honest admission from insider

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper recently challenged the organization to make a move before the August 3 trade deadline after admitting he believes the team needs some help for the playoffs.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible trade partners

Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible partners in blockbuster trade

The Philadelphia Phillies have holes in their rotation, bullpen and outfield. A trade with the Toronto Blue Jays could help fill in those gaps.

Blue Jays face dual challenge with Daulton Varsho and George Springer

Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing

Phillies could be willing to part with their two best minor league arms

Embarrassing sweep should make Phillies think twice about buying at MLB trade deadline

The 'N.L. HR champs since 1994' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Phillies Facing Trea Turner Decision After Zach Neto Report

The Philadelphia Phillies have emerged as a team targeting an unexpected player. Philadelphia currently feels like a team that is desperately waiting for some Trade Deadline action.

Tarik Skubal News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30

Why Phillies probably won’t trade for Tarik Skubal

The Philadelphia Phillies have been on the struggle bus of late, recently blowing a 6-0 lead to lose to the Miami Marlins on the road. The Phillies now sit 6.5 games behind the Atlanta Braves for first place in the NL East division race, unable to take advantage of Atlanta’s own skid as of late.

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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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / July 30

Phillies Reportedly Eyeing Multiple Trades With One AL Team

With the MLB trade deadline quickly approaching, the Philadelphia Phillies and Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly gaining attention as potential trade partners as both clubs head in different directions.

Justin Crawford News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Phillies Facing Justin Crawford Decision After Trade Report

Justin Crawford has been a bit underwhelming in his rookie season with the Philadelphia Phillies, slashing .257/.306/.339 with two home runs, three triples and 13 stolen bases.

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Brad Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29

Brad Keller Undergoes UCL Surgery

The Phillies announced that reliever Brad Keller underwent a UCL reconstruction (Tommy John surgery) with an internal brace and flexor repair on Wednesday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 29

Embarrassing sweep should make Phillies think twice about buying at MLB trade deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies may want to think twice about being buyers ahead of Monday's 6 p.m. ET MLB trade deadline.

Bryce Harper sends out a call for help after another loss

Bryce Harper under fire for postgame comments

Foundering Phillies strive to halt slide in finale vs. Marlins

Joel Embiid appears to clown Phillies after their latest meltdown

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 30

Bryce Harper under fire for postgame comments

Philadelphia Phillies star first baseman Bryce Harper was in the headlines on Wednesday morning after his plea for help to the organization ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline.

Sweep should make Phillies think twice about buying at deadline

Blue Jays face dual challenge with Daulton Varsho and George Springer

Alex Bregman is slowly turning into exactly who Cubs paid him to be

Cardinals reportedly ready to be sellers ahead of trade deadline

Three Guardians players who must perform better in the second half

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 29

Foundering Phillies strive to halt slide in finale vs. Marlins

Miami entered its series with the Philadelphia Phillies searching for answers, as the Marlins had been swept in four straight series. Now it's the Phillies who are looking to avoid a sweep on Wednesday afternoon, when they conclude their three-game set in Miami.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 28

Phillies could be willing to part with their two best minor league arms

Beginning the second half on a sour note (2-7), the Philadelphia Phillies are limping toward the Aug. 3 trade deadline. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski can pull out a miracle just as his counterpart Mike Gansey did with the Philadelphia 76ers when he signed LeBron James.

Three first basemen the Phillies should consider trading for

MLB insider confirms owners preparing for worst-case scenario

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 27

Marlins snap 12-game losing streak with stunning comeback win

The Miami Marlins entered Monday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies on a 12-game losing streak, and it didn't appear that it would be ending.

Truncated Zack Wheeler outing a potential major problem for Phillies

Mets' Tyrone Taylor strengthens trade market in win over Braves

Spencer Steer goes from trade candidate to landing on the shelf

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong is making NL MVP race more competitive

Luis Urias has quietly panned out for the Blue Jays

Zack Wheeler News / Yardbarker / July 27

Truncated Zack Wheeler outing a potential major problem for Phillies

Starting pitcher Zack Wheeler's shortest start of the season could be a major problem for the Philadelphia Phillies.

Red Sox rocket up latest MLB power rankings

Plans for White Sox at MLB trade deadline will come with asterisk

The 'N.L. HR champs since 1994' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / July 26

Phillies' Alec Bohm, Bryson Stott deliver win over Yankees

Bryson Stott and Alec Bohm combined for nine RBIs as the Philadelphia Phillies throttled the visiting New York Yankees 11-4 on Sunday night to avoid a three-game sweep.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 25

Paul Goldschmidt makes unique history in Yankees' win over Phillies

Every win counts the same no matter the score, but the final score of the New York Yankees' Friday win made some history as well as improving the team's record to 58-45.

Yankees infielder goes off on MLB for targeting him

Corbin Carroll matches MLB legend Lou Gehrig with latest achievement

Why Blue Jays' Myles Straw deserves more recognition

Red Sox phenom crushes moonshot, slaps catcher, sparks brawl

Joe Buck reveals favorite World Series-clinching call