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Phillies Announce Roster Move Before Braves Game

The Philadelphia Phillies are getting their ace back. The team announced Saturday that right-hander Zack Wheeler has been reinstated from the 15-day injured list and is set to make his 2026 debut Saturday night in Atlanta against the Braves. To make room on the 26-man roster, right-hander Alex McFarlane was optioned to Double-A Reading.

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Psychology now appears to be a major Phillies foe

For those of you who wanted change, you are far more likely to get it than at any point up until now. Depending on how things finish up this weekend in Atlanta, it’s hard to see how the 2026 season ends with the ultimate goal of a World Series parade taking place.

Zack Wheeler News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 25

Phillies get much-needed boost with ace Zack Wheeler's return from IL

Zack Wheeler is officially back on the Phillies’ roster.

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Andrew Painter News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 25

One Bad Inning Ruins Andrew Painter’s Night Against Braves

If things haven’t hit rock bottom for the Philadelphia Phillies yet in the 2026 season, they are dangerously close to doing so. They began a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves while riding a nine-game losing streak that included a sweep at the hands of their National League East rivals.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25

Phillies’ brutal losing streak hits mark not seen this century

The Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 loss to the Atlanta Braves on Friday extended their skid to 10 consecutive games. It’s the franchise’s longest losing streak since an 11-game slide in September 1999 and only the fifth time since 1972 that the club has dropped at least 10 straight.

Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25

Phillies’ Bryce Harper is out of answers after 10-game losing streak

The Philadelphia Phillies have been one of the most disappointing teams in Major League Baseball, to start the 2026 campaign. Philadelphia is currently mired in a brutal 10-game losing streak.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 25

For Nola and Bohm, A Mile is A Terrible Thing to Waste

Take life a mile at a time. I’m sure I’ve heard or read that somewhere. An ad for a car? The Fast and Furious movies? On those t-shirts they sell at gas stations?

Zack Wheeler News / Field Level Media / April 25

Phillies' Zack Wheeler returns to rotation to face hot Braves

Philadelphia ace Zack Wheeler will make his first start since last August when the Phillies bid to snap a 10-game losing streak on Saturday night against the host Atlanta Braves.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 25

Phillies Star Prospect Rightfully Picked as Best Newcomer

The Philadelphia Phillies haven’t received many positive contributions from players on the Major League roster this season. Entering play on April 24, they were tied for the worst record in MLB at 8-17 with the Kansas City Royals.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 25

Phillies news: Cristopher Sanchez, Adolis Garcia, Dave Dombrowski

This really is getting ridiculous. It’s not really just that they’re losing everything right now. It’s how they’re losing the games. Unpreparedness from the manager and pitching coach last night when Michael Harris stepped to the plate.

MLB News / The Good Phight / April 24

No shore in sight: Braves 5, Phillies 3

It was a second straight heartbreaker as the Philadelphia Phillies (8-18) blew two leads en route to their 10th straight loss and fourth within that span to come at the hands of the rival Atlanta Braves (19-8) by a score of 5-3 on Friday Night Baseball.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 24

Phillies Slugger Has Emerged as a Top Hitter for Franchise This Year

As the Philadelphia Phillies continue to struggle, the team has had at least one bright spot for the organization. It has been a horrific start to the season for the Phillies, who, after 25 games, are 8-17 and on a nine-game losing streak.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24

Phillies make roster move as they attempt to end 9-game losing streak vs. Braves

When the Philadelphia Phillies fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers in excruciating fashion last postseason, fans were uncertain about the future. When Dave Dombrowski’s comments about Bryce Harper turned into a big story, people became a bit uneasy.

Alex McFarlane News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 24

Phillies Recall Alex McFarlane For MLB Debut

The Phillies announced that they have recalled right-hander Alex McFarlane from Double-A Reading. He’ll be making his major league debut as soon as he gets into a game.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24

Former star pitcher drops honest admission on Phillies’ struggling rotation

With the Philadelphia Phillies on a nine-game losing streak, having also lost 14 of their last 17 contests, there’s no doubt that the team has been struggling mightily.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24

Extremely concerning statistic explains Phillies’ 9-game losing streak

The Philadelphia Phillies have now dropped nine consecutive games after losing 8-7 to the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. There are a number of explanations as for why the Phillies are struggling at the moment, but one specific statistic may be the primary reason.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Stadium Rant / April 24

What’s Wrong With The Philadelphia Phillies In 2026? Breaking Down Their Biggest Problems

The Philadelphia Phillies entered the 2026 MLB season with playoff expectations, but inconsistent pitching and underperforming stars have created major concerns early in the year.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / April 24

What struggling Phillies can do to turn around season

The Philadelphia Phillies are the worst team in the National League and tied with the Kansas City Royals for the worst record in the majors.

Phillies release former All-Star pitcher after another rough outing

Pitcher JR Ritchie makes Braves history in stellar debut

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / April 24

Top Early Standouts in the Philadelphia Phillies’ Farm System

While many fans are focusing on their big-league clubs, organizations are keeping close tabs on their next generation of players down in the minor leagues.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / April 23

Dave Dombrowski Shares Intel On Rob Thomson’s Future Amid Phillies’ Brutal Slump

The Philadelphia Phillies have been a perennial World Series contender in recent years, but they have fallen short on each occasion. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski has kept a strong roster while manager Phil Thomson led the team to the Fall Classic in his first year in 2022.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / April 23

Phillies make the right decision to release Taijuan Walker

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker has been a disaster since signing his four-year, $72 million contract in December 2022.

Yankees' Jasson Dominguez tearing it up in Triple-A

Mets players react to controversial comments from Juan Soto

Carlos Mendoza sends message to Mets players after ending losing streak

Assessing how losing Francisco Lindor to IL will impact Mets

Lucas Giolito signs with new team

J.T. Realmuto News / Field Level Media / April 22

Report: Phillies C J.T. Realmuto heading to injured list

The slumping Philadelphia Phillies are placing catcher J.T. Realmuto on the 10-day injured list with a lower-back injury, The Athletic reported Wednesday.

Zack Wheeler News / Yardbarker / April 21

Phillies to get ace Zack Wheeler back when needed most

The Philadelphia Phillies have been one of the biggest disappointments in MLB thus far in 2026. A key part of the rotation may be returning when they need him most.

Ascending Cubs tap Shota Imanaga to face free-falling Phillies

Cubs win 6th straight, send Phillies to 6th consecutive loss

Phillies decide Taijuan Walker's fate ahead of Cubs series

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Bryce Harper News / Just Baseball / April 21

Bryce Harper Sure Looks Elite

Two things can be true. One: The widespread reaction to Dave Dombrowski’s comments this offseason was overblown. The Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations really didn’t say anything controversial.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Phillies fans might get manager Rob Thomson fired

One MLB manager may already be on the hot seat less than a month into the new season, and fan reaction may be to blame for his troubles. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic appeared on the “Foul Territory” podcast and suggested that Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson could soon find himself on the hot seat.