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'Just Got to Go Take It' — Phillies Rule 5 Pick Close to Realizing Next Goal

CLEARWATER, Fla. — The Phillies have an exciting lineup for Wednesday's home spring training game at BayCare Ballpark against the Tigers with everyday players batting one through six, but the more interesting players to watch will be the many relievers fighting for their final two bullpen spots.

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What do you need to see from Harper to consider him still elite?

Last week, we asked you if you think Bryce Harper is still elite. Today, a slightly different question. What would you need to see from Harper in 2026 to deem him still elite?

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 25

Phillies news: Bryce Harper, Zack Wheeler, Jhoan Duran

Oh gee, another day waking up to snow. How wonderful. The Phillies will play some more games that will be broadcast this week, which always begs the question: why isn’t every single game broadcast?

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / February 24

Phillies Should Look To Balance Bullpen

The Philadelphia Phillies need there to be balance in their bullpen. After an offseason trade of Matt Strahm there is a scenario where the Phillies have six right-handed pitchers compared to two left-handed pitchers in their bullpen.

Chris Sale News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

How many Cy Young winners from both leagues since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 24

A Mixed Bag Tuesday for Phillies Relievers Fighting to Make the Team

The Phillies had their second bullpen game in three days Tuesday against the Marlins in Jupiter, Fla., some four hours away from Clearwater on the East Coast of Florida.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Bryce Harper says Phillies-Rhys Hoskins reunion wouldn’t have made sense

Barring an unforeseen conclusion, Bryce Harper is locked in as the Philadelphia Phillies first baseman for the foreseeable future. Adding a veteran option at the cold corner may not mesh with how Philadelphia has built their roster.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Phillies’ Bryce Harper fires message at critics who want him to smile more

Bryce Harper is well on his way to the Baseball Hall of Fame, having won a pair of MVPs and four Silver Sluggers, but for some, one thing is missing: a smile.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 24

Who will be the pleasant surprise the Phillies desperately need?

For a few moments on Saturday, Phillies fans forgot about the drama. Justin Crawford, the left-handed-hitting rookie who everyone expects to be the everyday center fielder this year, walloped a ringing line drive double off the left-center field wall in his first plate appearance of spring training.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Phillies’ Bryce Harper, Dave Dombrowski have ‘communicated’ about ‘not elite’ comments

The Philadelphia Phillies have had a bit of drama swirling around the organization throughout the offseason due to Dave Dombrowski’s comments about Bryce Harper not being an elite player anymore.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 24

NBC Sports Philadelphia executive explains decision to let go of Taryn Hatcher

Changes are coming to Phillies television broadcasts. Mike Schmidt, a part-time Phillies broadcaster since 2014, has chosen not to return this year. The network also eliminated the sideline reporter position, meaning Taryn Hatcher won’t be back.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 24

What Happened in Phillies' Untelevised Tie at Nationals

The Phillies played a rare night spring training game Monday on the opposite coast of Florida from Clearwater, nearly four hours away at the Nationals' West Palm Beach home.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 24

Phillies notes: Justin Crawford, Kevin Long, Michael Conforto

Phillies News: Justin Crawford, Otto Kemp on Crawford playing CF (Video) PhilliesNation talks to Kevin Long in Spring Training ICYMI, Schwarber had his

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

The Phillies’ player with most to prove in spring training

The Philadelphia Phillies are in a strange position as they prepare for the 2026 season. They were big winners last year, rolling to a 13-game edge over the second-place New York Mets.

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The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals by an American' quiz

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most seasons played by NFL team' quiz

Matt Strahm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

How Phillies’ Matt Strahm trade helped land truly unique bullpen arm

As the past decade-plus of baseball has shown, putting together an elite bullpen is the key to consistently making it deep into the playoffs. Having composed

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23

Bryce Harper has praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin.

Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected

Pirates’ most interesting non-top 30 prospect

Five MLB players who could be traded during spring training

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 23

Early Phillies Opening Day Roster Projection Includes Potential Mystery Man

With the first weekend of Phillies spring training games in the books, let's try our hand at an early Opening Day 26-man roster projection. J.T. Realmuto enters Year 8 as the Phillies' starting catcher.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / February 22

Top Phillies Prospects Who Could Make an Impact in 2026

After falling short of reaching the World Series yet again in 2025, the Philadelphia Phillies have had a relatively quiet offseason. The radio silence has been a head scratcher to most, with the Phillies’ core quickly aging, and the competitive window seemingly approaching its end.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / February 21

Phillies’ Reported Reunion Inquiry is a Poor Roster Fit

The Philadelphia Phillies reached out to free agent Rhys Hoskins on a possible reunion, according to Devan Kaney of 94 WIP. Kaney added that Bryce Harper suggested the move, but Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski decided against it.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21

Veteran MLB umpire retires after having one of 'worst performances'

A couple of veteran MLB umpires have decided to hang up the mask and chest protector.

Angels owner Arte Moreno's claim that fans don't prioritize winning says a lot about him, organization

MLB offseason grades: How the Dodgers, Yankees and others fared this offseason

Former Pirates star Andrew McCutchen has had an underrated career

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

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.

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.

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

The 'MLB four-home run games' quiz

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.