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Cristopher Sanchez News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 19

One of the Best Trades and Contracts in Phillies History

Two springs ago, Cristopher Sanchez was talked up around baseball as a potential breakout candidate. He then broke out, pitching 181⅔ innings with a 3.32 ERA in his first full season in the majors.

Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19

Bryce Harper drops truth bomb on No. 4 spot in Phillies’ lineup

Despite the drama throughout the offseason, Bryce Harper is gearing up to play for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2026. With spring training about to begin, Harper explains how the cleanup spot in the lineup needs to perform better this year.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / February 19

Philadelphia Phillies 2026 Projected Lineup: Batting Order, Starting Rotation & More

With the previous campaign ending with heartbreak early on in the postseason, the Philadelphia Phillies have fresh enthusiasm for 2026. The team clearly has unfinished business on their mind after continuous disappointment in the playoffs despite starting as one of the favorites for the World Series crown for the past few years.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 19

The battle to be the third left hander in the bullpen

The Phillies traded Matt Strahm this winter in an effort to lower payroll get more long term flexibility with their bullpen options. Once the trade was finalized, a ripple effect of that trade, unforeseen or not, was that the depth chart from the left handed side of the bullpen took quite the hit.

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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.

Trea Turner News / Phillies Nation / February 19

Over a dozen Phillies are in the World Baseball Classic. Why not Trea Turner?

Quite a few Phillies players and prospects will be taking a break from spring training for the World Baseball Classic in March. With three representatives, Team USA has the biggest Phillies cohort.

J.T. Realmuto News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 19

JT Realmuto Compares Phillies' Top Pitching Prospect to Cy Young-Caliber Ace

Philadelphia Phillies fans are likely sick of hearing about offseason comments from the team's executives or star players. But in this instance, one Phillies veteran offered a breath of fresh air to fans by sharing high praise for the team's top pitching prospect.

Justin Crawford News / The Good Phight / February 19

Phillies News: Jesús Luzardo, Justin Crawford, MLBPA

The bats are cracking. The gloves are popping. The fans are arguing over uniforms. Brandon Marsh’s hair is wet. Baseball has arrived. On to the links. Jesús Luzardo faced live hitters for the first time this spring yesterday, and he put on a show.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 19

What Harper Wants to See From Phillies' Exciting Rookies in 2026

One of the topics that came up during Bryce Harper's wide-ranging podcast interview on Bussin' With the Boys this week was baseball's unwritten rules.

Aaron Nola News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18

Why Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola believes Philadelphia can make a World Series return

Pitcher Aaron Nola expressed his belief that the Philadelphia Phillies can return to the World Series as they enter 2026 with unfinished business. The mindset that fueled the club’s 2022 pennant run remains intact, and Nola reinforced that confidence as spring training unfolds in Clearwater.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / February 18

Bryce Harper Sends Message After Off-Field Announcement

Philadelphia Philliesfirst basemanBryce Harper has had quite the eventful offseason, and now he has officially arrived at spring training preparing for another MLB season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18

Phillies fans will want to hear Rob Thompson’s Andrew Painter truth bomb

Hype is brewing around Philadelphia Phillies prospect Andrew Painter, who is expected to make his MLB debut this season. With spring training just days away, Rob Thompson shared some exciting words about the starting pitcher.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 18

Phillies Reportedly Add a Starting Pitcher They Faced Last April

The Phillies have added a bit of starting pitching depth, even if it's a right-hander who hasn't yet experienced big-league success. They've agreed to

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 18

Phillies' Rival in Rough Shape After Losing 2 Pitchers to Elbow Surgery

There are still a few more days until spring training games begin and already, one of the Phillies' top rivals is reeling from injury. Stud right-handers Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep of the Atlanta Braves will both require elbow surgery, according to MLB.com.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18

Phillies catcher JT Realmuto gives in-depth Andrew Painter scouting report in spring training

The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to have top prospect Andrew Painter in the starting rotation. He has the potential of becoming a premier starter for the club, and it sounds like JT Realmuto is believing in the hype.

Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 18

What the Phillies' Top Prospect Hopes to Achieve During Huge Spring Opportunity

Andrew Painter will draw more eyeballs than any other Phillie this spring, not only because the Phils' fanbase has waited for at least three years to see how good he might be but because he's now an integral part of the roster.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / February 18

Possible Phillies Lineup Tweaks

The Philadelphia Phillies need to make some lineup tweaks heading into the 2026 season. After shuffling through multiple leadoff hitters last season, the Phillies need some consistency.

Bryce Harper News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 18

Harper Expands on the Distraction He Feels Dombrowski's Comment Created

To be clear, this is not an example of Bryce Harper continuing to talk about Dave Dombrowski's "elite" comment after addressing it with reporters over the weekend in Clearwater, but it does provide more background.

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The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season leaders' quiz

31 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?

Dave Dombrowski News / Yardbarker / February 17

Should Phillies' Dave Dombrowski be on hot seat?

The team went from World Series and NLCS finishes in 2022 and 2023, respectively, to back-to-back NLDS losses.

Bryce Harper was caught off guard by Dave Dombrowski's comments

Nick Castellanos quickly lands with new team after Phillies release

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Trea Turner News / Athlon Sports / February 16

Phillies' Trea Turner Sends Message After Unfortunate News

The Philadelphia Phillies are running it back with a similar core for the 2026 season, hoping the results will be different when October arrives. The Phillies have had no shortage of regular season success, winning back‑to‑back National League East titles, but they have been eliminated quickly in the postseason.

Nicholas Castellanos News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16

Nick Castellanos reveals what he learned from his Phillies exit

Nick Castellanos did not part ways with the Philadelphia Phillies on particularly good terms, and the veteran is trying to use it as a learning experience.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / February 15

Phillies' Rob Thomson Shares Kyle Schwarber Decision at Spring Training

The Philadelphia Phillies opened the MLB offseason by re‑signing the most important player on their 2025 roster, Kyle Schwarber. He was the clear priority, and he will now spend the rest of his prime in Philadelphia after inking a five‑year, $150 million contract that keeps him with the club through the 2030 season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / February 16