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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 1
Justin Crawford Walk-Off Moment Signals Something Bigger For Phillies Future
There are moments early in a baseball season that feel bigger than just one game, and Justin Crawford delivered one of them in Philadelphia. In a sport built on patience and projection, it is rare to see a young player compress so many milestones into a single afternoon.
The Five Best Signs From Phillies’ Up-and-Down Homestand
There was a lot of good and plenty of bad in an opening Phillies homestand that ended with them going 3-3 thanks to an important and hopefully igniting win on Wednesday afternoon.
The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz
How many of the active pitchers to win at least 80 games can you name in five minutes?
Justin Crawford News / Phillies Nation / April 1
Justin Crawford makes strong first impression in first week with Phillies 
PHILADELPHIA — With the winning run on third and the infield in, the Phillies had the right guy at the plate. It’s not often that a rookie on a team full of veterans is the guy you want to see hitting in a big spot in a walk-off situation, but that just speaks to how good of a contact hitter the Phillies have in outfielder Justin Crawford.
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.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 1
Phillies pull off late rally, clip Nationals in 10th inning
Edmundo Sosa had a game-tying two-run single in the ninth inning and Justin Crawford provided a game-ending single in the 10th as the Philadelphia Phillies rallied for a 6-5 victory over the visiting Washington Nationals on Wednesday afternoon.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 1
The kids are alright: Phillies 6, Nationals 5
First, Andrew Painter had a highly successful debut. Now, Justin Crawford has himself a walkoff hit, giving the Phillies a much needed victory at home, evening their record at 3-3.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Stadium Rant / April 1
How Justin Crawford And Andrew Painter Could Transform he Phillies In 2026
Phillies rookie Justin Crawford made his Major League debut on Opening Day, Thursday, and backed by the support of every Philadelphia Phillies fan, proved why he was one of the organization’s top prospects.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / April 1
Comparing Phillies Pitching Prospects Debuts
With Andrew Painter making his MLB debut on March 31 comparing Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect debuts is interesting. Painter was in line to be in the rotation at the start of the 2023 season.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1
Bryce Harper loses an out on rarely-enforced rule
Bryce Harper was left frustrated on Wednesday when he had an out taken away from him thanks to a rule that rarely comes up in Major League Baseball. Harper
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.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 1
Rob Thomson Announces Zack Wheeler News Before Phillies-Nationals Game
The Philadelphia Phillies lineup has struggled to generate consistent production early in the MLB season. However, the pitching staff remains as strong as ever despite losing left‑hander Ranger Suarez in free agency.
Jonathan Bowlan News / Stadium Rant / April 1
The Philadelphia Phillies May Have Found A Hidden Gem In Jonathan Bowlan
The Philadelphia Phillies made a move during the offseason that was criticized by many fans. They traded away Matt Strahm for nothing. Or so that was the thought.
Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 1
How Andrew Painter Celebrated After Winning His Phillies Debut
Andrew Painter authored one of the most impressive rookie starting pitching debuts the Phillies have ever had on Tuesday night, as much for the results as the repertoire, command and confidence he showed in front of 40,709 fans glued into every pitch.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 / 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' Jake Burger bestows 'superstar' label to Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez
Sanchez dominated the Texas Rangers on Thursday in his first start.
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.
Cristopher Sanchez News / Yardbarker / March 22
Cristopher Sanchez latest Phillies pitcher to agree to extension
This is the second extension for Sanchez, who had previously agreed to a four-year deal worth $22.5 million with team options for 2029 and 2030.
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