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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 1

Former Phillies Check-In #1

For all the talk of Dombrowski running the team back, there are a few significant players and faces who made up the 2022-25 run, now gone. Ranger Suárez

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 1

Phillies news: Andrew Painter, Tucker Davidson, Colt Emerson

Now THAT is how you debut. It’s a rather nice feeling that both of the players that the Phillies are entrusting with important roles this year – Justin Crawford and Andrew Painter – got off to good starts in their first game rather than the duds that could have happened.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / April 1

Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez faces Nats in follow-up to 10-K opener

Cristopher Sanchez looked like a Cy Young Award contender in his season debut. The Philadelphia Phillies ace will try to author a strong performance Wednesday afternoon when he faces the visiting Washington Nationals in the decisive contest of a three-game set.

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Adolis Garcia News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 1

Adolis Garcia Making His Presence Felt Early for Phillies in Multiple Ways

Adolis Garcia hit his first home run as a Phillie on Tuesday night in Andrew Painter's MLB debut, clubbing a 91 mph Zack Littell sinker right down the middle just over the out-of-town scoreboard in right field and into the first row.

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Andrew Painter News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 1

How Phillies' Pitching Prospect Andrew Painter Performed in MLB Debut

The Philadelphia Phillies are relying on a couple of up-and-coming talents to make an impact at the big league level early this year. And one of those top prospects got off to a strong start in his major league debut.

J.T. Realmuto News / Phillies Nation / March 31

J.T. Realmuto reacts to ABS challenge system

PHILADELPHIA — Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto thinks getting the big misses out is “good for the game.” The 13-year veteran is still getting used to Major League Baseball’s new automated ball-strike system.

Andrew Painter News / Field Level Media / March 31

Andrew Painter fans 8 in MLB debut as Phillies edge Nationals

Andrew Painter struck out eight in 5 1/3 innings in his major league debut as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting Washington Nationals 3-2 on Tuesday.

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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.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 31

The Most Impressive Signs From Phillies Rookie Andrew Painter's MLB Debut

Phillies rookie right-hander Andrew Painter made his long-awaited major-league debut on Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park, a night that felt more than three years in the making.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber Decision is Good News for Bryce Harper

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking for answers less than one week into the regular season. Although it is early, Philadelphia sits in last place in the National League East, a disappointing start for a team aiming to win the division for a third straight year. What is most concerning is how the top of the order has struggled.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / March 31

Looking for the good in the first four games

It’s hard to find optimism right now with the Phillies. They’ve largely stunk something fierce during these four games they have played so far, so looking for any kind of good can be a challenge.

Andrew Painter News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 31

Andrew Painter’s Phillies debut will hopefully reverse fans’ panic mode after embarrassing loss

The Philadelphia Phillies are already in last place in the NL East just four games into the season. This is causing some panic for Phillies fans, especially after a 13-2 loss to the Washington Nationals on Monday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 31

Phillies Top Prospect Not Making Much Progress in Return From Injury

While the injury updates on ace Zack Wheeler and right-handed reliever Orion Kerkering have been promising in recent days, the Phillies' top prospect continues to make slow progress.

Alec Bohm News / Football Analysis / March 31

Phillies’ Bohm Sues Parents for $3M on Opening Day as RV Life Exposed

The confetti hadn’t even settled at Citizens Bank Park when the real story leaked. Alec Bohm, Philadelphia’s third baseman, stepped to the plate on Opening Day, March 26, 2026, and launched a three-run homer in the fifth inning.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 31

Rob Thomson on Andrew Painter's Innings Count, MLB Debut and More

Anything can happen over the course of 162, but the Phillies probably didn't imagine handing the ball to Andrew Painter for his first start while on a three-game losing streak.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / March 29

Phillies Curious 40-Man Roster Decision

The Philadelphia Phillies added utility player Christian Cairo to their 40-man roster after he exercised his upward mobility clause. Cairo was then optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Rob Thomson Shares Reason for J.T. Realmuto Decision After Rangers Game

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to win their opening series on Sunday against the Texas Rangers. The Phillies are coming off a strong season last year, where they won the NL East division and secured the second seed in the National League.

Garrett Stubbs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Phillies Outright Garrett Stubbs

Catcher Garrett Stubbs has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A, reports Lochlahn March of the Philadelphia Inquirer. The 32-year-old was designated for assignment earlier this week to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for infielder Christian Cairo.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Inside The Diamonds / March 28

Philadelphia Phillies Roster Transactions 03/28/2026

The Philadelphia Phillies today faced the Texas Rangers in the middle game of their three-game series. The Phillies have Aaron Nola on the mound, making his first start of the season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Phillies Sign Sergio Alcántara To Minor League Deal

The Phillies have signed infielder Sergio Alcántara to a minor league deal, according to the transactions log at MLB.com. The 29-year-old is a client of The Movement Baseball.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 27

Rangers' Burger bestows 'superstar' label to Phillies' Sanchez

Rangers' Jake Burger bestows 'superstar' label to Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez

Sanchez dominated the Texas Rangers on Thursday in his first start.

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Alec Bohm News / Larry Brown Sports / March 27

Phillies’ Alec Bohm sues parents for misuse of money

Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm has filed a lawsuit against his parents, Daniel and Lisa Bohm, accusing them of misusing millions of dollars from accounts they managed on his behalf.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Phillies Select Christian Cairo, Designate Garrett Stubbs For Assignment

The Phillies announced they’ve selected outfielder Justin Crawford and infielder Christian Cairo onto the 40-man roster. Crawford will break camp as the everyday center fielder.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24

Phillies' $107 million contract for star pitcher includes lots of deferred money

The Philadelphia Phillies made a big move by giving ace pitcher Cristopher Sanchez a six-year deal worth $107 million right before Opening Day. The new contract for Sanchez includes $104 million guaranteed, but it also includes deferred money that Sanchez will be getting all the way until 2044, according to Ronald Blum of The Associated Press.

Zack Wheeler News / Yardbarker / March 23

Phillies' Zack Wheeler could be back sooner than expected

Wheeler did not pitch in Spring Training as he recovered from surgery for venous thoracic outlet syndrome. Nonetheless, he could return to the Philadelphia Phillies sooner than expected.

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