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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 16

Internal Options Will be Key for Phillies To Improve Next Season

The Philadelphia Phillies are getting set for an important offseason, and the direction of the team will be interesting to see coming off an early postseason exit. While the Phillies have been a consistent team in the playoffs the last five years, they have been unable to reach their goals of winning it all.

Don Mattingly News / Phillies Nation / October 16

Don Mattingly wants to address Phillies run game that fell off in second half

The Phillies in 2026 finished 15th in MLB with 105 stolen bases. They did not steal a base during the three-game wild card series against the Atlanta Braves.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 16

2 Phillies Legends Reportedly Turned Down Manager’s Job

The Philadelphia Phillies didn’t waste much time when it came to figuring out their biggest offseason priority, which was finding a full-time manager. They ended up retaining Don Mattingly, who was under contract through 2027 as the team’s bench coach.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

MLB has been awarding the National League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1977 season. How many of the winners can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by team' quiz

MLB News / The Good Phight / October 16

The Brewers overcame their playoff defeats. Can the Phillies do it, too?

Trea Turner will open the season at shortstop. Don Mattingly is returning as manager. Alec Bohm could be back at third base, Luis Arraez could also return.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 16

Dave Dombrowski Appears Ready To Have Aidan Miller On Phillies By Opening Day

PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies aren't putting pressure on Aidan Miller to perform, but it's clear the organization's top offensive prospect is in the plans for early next season.

Luis Arraez News / The Good Phight / October 16

2026 Phillies Report Cards: Luis Arraez

A few weeks back, I was on vacation in Tokyo. On a bright, sunny day, I wandered through a garden on the terrace of a city government building, gazing out at the city below.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Dave Dombrowski Shares Plan for J.T. Realmuto During Phillies Offseason

J.T. Realmuto could see time at first base next season as the Philadelphia Phillies consider how to manage the veteran catcher’s workload. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski is aware that Realmuto wants to improve offensively and feels mentally drained by his responsibilities.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 16

What is your best-case scenario for the Phillies offseason?

Yesterday, our topic of discussion was what is your own worst-case scenario for what the Phillies will do this offseason. Today, we’re going to try and envision a scenario where everything goes right, or at least as right as possible.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Don Mattingly on 2026 Phillies: 'Last year really wasn't my team'

Mattingly stepped in as interim manager on April 28 after the Phillies started 9-19 and fired Rob Thomson.

Phillies were turned down by two ex-players in their manager search

Phillies hire ex-Mets manager Carlos Mendoza

Five candidates Astros should consider following Joe Espada firing

Interesting update emerges about Giancarlo Stanton's future

New York Post reporter says Yankees are 'upset' with Aaron Judge

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 16

Phillies News: Don Mattingly, Trea Turner, Chase Utley

Halfway to Halloween. Halfway to the World Series matchup being decided. On to the links. Phillies news Don Mattingly wasn’t bothered by the Phillies’ overtures to Alex Cora.

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The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Most 100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 16

New movie about Phillie Phanatic set to debut at Philadelphia Film Festival

A new movie about the Phillie Phanatic, one of the most iconic mascots in all of sports, is set to debut at the Philadelphia Film Festival this weekend.

Don Mattingly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 16

Ex-Phillies star Raul Ibanez at least thought about leaving Dodgers to replace Don Mattingly

The Philadelphia Phillies tried to reach out to former players Chase Utley and Raul Ibanez to be the team’s next manager. Both declined, though, and the Phillies settled on bringing back Don Mattingly on a permanent basis.

Chase Utley News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 16

What Chase Utley told The Athletic about Phillies’ manager inquiry

The Philadelphia Phillies brought back Don Mattingly as their manager, signing him on a new two-year deal on Wednesday. But before making that big decision, they were reportedly interested in getting in touch with Phillies great Chase Utley as well as Raul Ibanez about the job as well.

Bryce Harper News / Viral Sports News / October 16

Philadelphia Phillies Announce Major Bryce Harper Decision

After the Philadelphia Phillies were eliminated by the Atlanta Braves in the National League Wild Card Series, president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski clarified the club’s plans for Bryce Harper heading into 2027.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / October 16

2026 Transactions: Phillies Re-Sign Mayza, Braves Select Wisely

After a strong 2026, the Phillies extended one of their best relievers from this past year for next season. Plus, the Braves made a tweak to the 40-man roster, adding infielder Brett Wisely.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 15

Two Players Elect Minor League Free Agency

A pair of players from NL East teams have elected minor league free agency, according to the MiLB.com transactions page. The details… Payton Henry (Phillies)

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Phillies were turned down by two ex-players in their manager search

The Philadelphia Phillies’ search for a new manager was messy enough that two high-profile former players both turned down the opportunity to speak to the team about the job.

Bryce Harper News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB Home Run Derby champs' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 15

Phillies hire former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as third base coach

The Phillies have added a former division rival to their coaching staff.

Phillies, Don Mattingly hoping to finally shake Alex Cora ghost after big decision

Phillies were turned down by two ex-players in their manager search

Five candidates Astros should consider following Joe Espada firing

Yankees icon shares one way Aaron Boone is different than Joe Torre

NL Gold Glove finalists announced

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 15

Phillies Re-Sign Tim Mayza, Hire Carlos Mendoza As Third Base Coach

10:50am: Mayza will earn $2.75MM next season, according to Gelb. That’s a raise over the $1.75MM salary he collected this year. 9:38am: The Phillies made a couple of notable moves on Thursday morning, president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 15

Brewers make history with comeback win vs. Dodgers in NLCS Game 3

It took only one pitch for the Milwaukee Brewers to get on the scoreboard on Wednesday night when Jackson Chourio crushed a game-opening solo shot. They wouldn't score again until six innings later.

Brewers push Dodgers to the brink with NLCS Game 3 win

Dave Roberts' Blake Snell decision vindicates Kevin Cash years later

Jackson Chourio had Joe Davis flustered with first-pitch HR in Game 3

Pat Murphy gets ripped for his strange decision in NLCS Game 3

The '2018 first-time MLB All-Stars' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / October 14

Phillies’ Latest All-Star Trade Rumor Involves 3 Players

The Philadelphia Phillies head into the offseason with familiar questions surrounding their outfield production. Despite another postseason appearance, the club received limited value from left field over the course of the 2026 campaign, and the corner spots once again look like areas that could benefit from an injection of athleticism and upside.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Lead / October 14

How Can the Philadelphia Phillies Improve Their Lineup for 2027?

Time and again, the Phillies’ offense has carried the team a long way. The lineup is anchored by sluggers Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber but can run even deeper.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 14

Phillies, Don Mattingly hoping to finally shake Alex Cora ghost after big decision

Don Mattingly will stay on board with the Philadelphia Phillies as the team's manager, with the team announcing a two-year deal for the skipper on Wednesday morning.

Five candidates Astros should consider following Joe Espada firing

Yankees icon shares one way Aaron Boone is different than Joe Torre

Jarren Duran is being linked to one team in trade rumors

Braves' stance on Ronald Acuna Jr.'s future has been revealed

World Series reportedly won't impact owners' demands ahead of MLB lockout