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Phillies Even Series With 4-2 Win Over Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies bounced back in a big way Saturday night. After dropping the series opener to the Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia responded with a 4-2 victory at Citizens Bank Park, evening the four-game series at one game apiece and cutting Atlanta’s National League East lead to four games.

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Zack Wheeler takes subtle jab at Ronald Acuña Jr. after home run trot

PHILADELPHIA — As Ronald Acuña Jr. rounded second, he paused. With third base many many feet away, Acuña swayed his feet back and forth. As Acuña danced in the middle of the diamond, the Citizens Bank Park crowd serenaded him with angry boos.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / September 5

Zack Wheeler stifles Braves to help Phillies level series

Zack Wheeler worked six strong innings and Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 41st homer as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Saturday.

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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 / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 5

Phillies May Be Planning Role Change for Key Relief Pitcher

Over the last few years, one of the shortcomings the Philadelphia Phillies have struggled with is their bullpen. The starting rotation has been dominant, but navigating the later innings has been a challenge.

Aidan Miller News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 5

Phillies Will Finally Get To See Aidan Miller on the Field

The 2026 season has been a wash for Philadelphia Phillies star prospect Aidan Miller because of persistent back issues, but he is finally healthy enough to get back on the field.

Caleb Kilian News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Phillies Receive Update on Injured Player Ahead of Braves Matchup

The Philadelphia Phillies received a potentially encouraging update on Caleb Kilian as they continue their crucial series against the Atlanta Braves. Kilian

Bryson Stott News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Phillies Announce Decision on Bryson Stott After Personal Announcement

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott has continued to operate as one of the more underrated everyday players in the lineup. At the plate, the 28-year-old has been a productive hitter, posting a .255 batting average, .331 on-base percentage, .734 OPS, 10 home runs and 61 RBIs across 134 games.

Gage Wood News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 5

Gage Wood Proves Ready for Phillies Promotion With Strong Outing

Philadelphia Phillies fans have to be ecstatic about what one of their star prospects just accomplished. Striking out 10 batters in four innings is an impressive feat for any pitcher, especially for a top prospect in one of the better organizations in the league.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 5

Wild card, here we come!

Earlier this week, I asked you how you believed the Phillies would end the season. Here are the results: God bless you one percenters. This series against the Braves is obviously one of great importance as it pertains to the NL East division finish.

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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.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 5

Phillies' Magic Number for Playoff Berth Following Loss to Braves

Coming off a great West Coast trip, the Philadelphia Phillies returned home to open up their four-game series against the Atlanta Braves. However, they

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 5

Phillies news: Bryce Harper, Alec Bohm, Arte Moreno

The streak is now over for Bryce Harper. His on base streak ended last night after 35 games, a testament to how well he has done in the past month plus.

Bryce Harper News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 5

Bryce Harper Put Himself on Pace To Make Phillies History

The Philadelphia Phillies underwent quite the turnaround in August, with several players up and down the roster stepping up to compensate for the few teammates who are struggling.

Don Mattingly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 5

Phillies’ Don Mattingly gets 100% real on mounting September pressure

Don Mattingly didn’t sugarcoat where things stand for the Phillies after Friday’s 5-2 loss to the Braves, and his message afterward was as blunt as it gets.

Bryson Stott News / Field Level Media / September 4

Phillies 3B Bryson Stott (personal matter) scratched vs. Braves

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott was scratched from Friday's lineup shortly before first pitch against the visiting Atlanta Braves due to a personal matter.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 3

This pitcher has clearly become Phillies’ X-factor amid playoff push

The Philadelphia Phillies currently lead the National League Wild Card and are only four games behind the Atlanta Braves for first place in the National League East standings.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / September 4

Notable update emerges on Don Mattingly’s future with the Phillies

Mattingly is enjoying a resurgence this season with the Philadelphia Phillies, but the good times might not last forever.

Braves, Phillies dealing aces for key series opener

Diamondbacks edge Phillies on home run by James McCann

Tony Vitello trending towards one outcome with Giants

Casey Mize's unreliability on the mound for Padres continues

Cubs announce season-ending injury for Ben Brown

Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / September 3

2026 MLB Draft Review: Philadelphia Phillies

Amidst the Phillies’ years-long quest for a World Series title, that push also cost the club prospect capital. The 2026 MLB Draft offered the club a chance to reset, as the Phillies went with a notable high school shortstop prospect with their top pick.

Gabriel Barbosa News / Total Pro Sports / September 2

MLB World Rocked By News Of Cancer Diagnosis For Philadelphia Phillies Prospect

The baseball world is showing support for Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect Gabriel Barbosa following his Stage 3 colon cancer diagnosis. Barbosa is only 24 years old and received the devastating news right in the middle of chasing his big-league dreams.

Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2

Phillies slugger Bryce Harper’s ridiculous road trip has Philly dreaming of World Series

The Philadelphia Phillies are surging, and Bryce Harper is giving Philly another reason to dream about the World Series. The pairing is heating up at the perfect time, with the MLB Postseason race entering its most important stretch.

Bryce Harper News / Field Level Media / September 2

Phils dump D-backs, extend win streak behind Bryce Harper's 4 hits

Bryce Harper had four singles and an RBI, Jesus Luzardo continued his road dominance, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-1 on Tuesday in Phoenix for their sixth consecutive win.

Zack Wheeler News / The Lead / August 31

Zack Wheeler’s Struggles Are Concerning for the Phillies

Starting pitching has been the key to the Phillies’ success. Their 14.3 fWAR from their starters is the third-best in baseball this year. Ace Cristopher Sanchez leads the way at 5.4 fWAR, while fellow southpaw Jesus Luzardo isn’t far behind at 4.9. With 2.6 fWAR, Zack Wheeler ranks third among the team’s staff.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Anubis Sports / August 31

Don Mattingly Has Earned the Job in Philadelphia

Don Mattingly has earned the job in Philadelphia. Since taking over as interim manager in April, he has guided the Philadelphia Phillies to the second-best record in Major League Baseball.

Tommy Pham News / Yardbarker / August 31

White Sox acquire outfielder Tommy Pham from Phillies

The Chicago White Sox are acquiring outfielder Tommy Pham from the Philadelpha Phillies, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

On deck: Cubs, White Sox open big series, plus Yankees-Padres

Astros, White Sox open 4-game series between division leaders

Zebby Matthews fires 8 1/3 stellar innings as Twins beat White Sox

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Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Phillies Announce Front Office Promotions

The Phillies made a few front office promotions on Thursday afternoon. The most notable are bumps for Dan Aucoin and Luke Murton to assistant general manager roles.