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Phillies Playoff and Title Odds Unsurprisingly Move Wrong Way

The Philadelphia Phillies dug themselves into a deep hole to begin the season, starting 9-19 and firing manager Rob Thomson. Since that point, under interim manager Don Mattingly, the team has performed at a much higher level.

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Phillies’ Bryce Harper Issues Apology After Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies opened a three-game set against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night looking noticeably different after a flurry of moves at the trade deadline.

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Phillies Receive Fair Assessment When It Comes to Playoff Outlook

The Philadelphia Phillies have been a bit of a roller coaster this season, but the team is once again starting to build some momentum following the MLB trade deadline. As the trade deadline approached, it was no secret that the Phillies were going to need to be buyers, and they certainly improved with a few trades.

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The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Phillies' Cristopher Sánchez Reaches Notable Milestone During Thursday's Start

The top-three in the Philadelphia Phillies starting rotation have been as dominant as ever this season, with left-hander Cristopher Sánchez leading the way.

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7

Phillies’ Trea Turner gets real on adjustment after Luis Arraez trade

Last week, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired Luis Arraez in a trade with the San Francisco Giants, nabbing a contact hitter that will mesh into their lineup.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 7

Phillies on the Pharm: 8/7/2026

How did the kids do? Worcester 10, Lehigh Valley4 Remember Tommy Pham? I completely forgot that that guy was in Lehigh Valley with the Phillies. I know that they needed solid depth to help in the minors in case whatever they had at the major league level had a problem.

Andrew Painter News / The Good Phight / August 7

Has Andrew Painter turned a corner?

Andrew Painter was a bit of a surprise call-up last week, as the 23-year-old was preparing to make another start in Triple-A when the Phillies decided to bring him back to the majors after a two-month demotion.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 7

Phillies News: Bryce Harper, Chase Utley, Field of Dreams

It’s Alumni Weekend at Citizens Bank Park. The Blue Jays are in town, and a familiar face will be joining the Wall of Fame. On to the links. Phillies news A Phillies fan won the chance to do the radio broadcast for an inning of Wednesday’s game, and knocked it out of the park.

Trea Turner News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 7

Phillies Made Right Decision Not To Move Trea Turner to Outfield

The Philadelphia Phillies lineup looks a lot different following the MLB trade deadline than it did going into it. The addition of Luis Arraez will raise the floor and ceiling of the offense, providing the team with a dynamic they didn’t previously possess.

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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.

Zack Wheeler News / Field Level Media / August 7

Surging Phillies send Zack Wheeler to face road-weary Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays will play three road games in three days in three cities this week, capped by the opener of a series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday.

Entertainment News / Netflix Junkie / August 7

Who Is in 'The Last House'? Meet the Full Cast of Netflix’s New Psychological Thriller

Some mysteries pull you in. Others lock you inside. Netflix’s The Last House is already making waves with its chilling premise of a family trapped inside their own home for years, but the film’s biggest strength may be the powerhouse ensemble bringing that nightmare to life.

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The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

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Phillies' Sanchez is 1st 15-game winner in MLB

Cristopher Sanchez became the first 15-game winner in the majors this season, and the Phillies beat the Nationals 7-3 on Thursday night.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 6

Phillies ride 8 doubles to series-clinching victory over Nationals

Cristopher Sanchez recorded his major-league-leading 15th win and Bryson Stott had two of his team's eight doubles Thursday as the Philadelphia Phillies notched a 7-3 home victory over the Washington Nationals.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 6

Double Impact: Phillies 7, Nationals 3

The Phillies offense pounded out eight doubles on 16 total hits to dispatch the Nationals and take the four-game series with a final score of 7-3. It was the most doubles Philadelphia has had in a game since September 6th of 2024 when they also had eight in a game against Marlins.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 6

3 Bold Predictions for Phillies Following MLB Trade Deadline

With the dust starting to settle from the MLB trade deadline, the Philadelphia Phillies will be hoping to be an improved team in the second half and make a run in October. Following a bad start to the second half of the campaign, the Phillies were aggressive in their pursuit of help at the trade deadline.

Lou Trivino News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6

Lou Trivino Elects Free Agency

Veteran reliever Lou Trivino elected free agency after being designated for assignment by the Phillies, according to the MLB.com transaction log. The Phils announced that catcher Payton Henry cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Luis Arraez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 6

Luis Arraez’s hot start with Phillies first of its kind since 1984

The Philadelphia Phillies added Luis Arraez to the lineup after making a trade with the San Francisco Giants before the deadline. It was a move that gives Philadelphia a consistent bat for the final stretch of the season and the playoffs.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / August 6

Why Phillies' three-headed pitching monster may be postseason key

With another strong outing from Cristopher Sanchez on Thursday night, maybe the Phillies have all of the pitching they need to make a postseason run.

Jesus Luzardo, Phillies blank Nats as Luis Arraez thrives in debut

Biggest winners, losers from a wild MLB trade deadline

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / August 6

Don Mattingly Reveals Plan for Andrew Painter After Injury During Nationals Start

The Philadelphia Phillies received encouraging news regarding rookie right-hander Andrew Painter after his abbreviated outing against the Washington Nationals.

Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / August 6

Phillies Announce Bryce Harper Update Before Nationals Game

Philadelphia Phillies superstar Bryce Harper has made the move back to right field so that trade deadline acquisition Luis Arraez can occupy a spot on the infield.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / August 6

Will the Trade-Off Be Worth the Addition of Luis Arraez?

Another trade deadline has come and gone, and the contending Philadelphia Phillies were once again in need of plenty of help. This year, the Phillies were far more aggressive in addressing their offensive shortcomings.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Phillies Designate Three Players For Assignment

The Phillies have designated catcher Payton Henry and relievers Lou Trivino and Nolan Hoffman for assignment, the team announced. That trio of DFAs clears the road for this morning’s acquisitions of Luis Arraez, Caleb Kilian and Brooks Raley.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Phillies make bold move with Bryce Harper

The Philadelphia Phillies are making a very bold decision with Bryce Harper after acquiring infielder Luis Arraez on Monday. The Phillies are moving Harper back to the outfield for the remainder of the season, according to Todd Zolecki of MLB.com.