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Bryce Harper had a cryptic message about the Phillies’ future

Bryce Harper had a cryptic message about the Phillies’ future

It was another lost season for Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies, who may be facing a pivotal offseason following an early exit from the 2026 MLB playoffs.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 2

Changes are coming following another Phillies postseason failure

Even the players seemed to realize it this time. Following their 6-2 loss in Game 3 of the Wild Card series in Atlanta last night, Bryce Harper voiced a reality that he, and his teammates, were trying to avoid with one, last, deep playoff run (quotes via MLB.com).

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How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?

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Bryce Harper teases big changes for Phillies after another postseason loss

Bryce Harper teases big changes for Phillies after another postseason loss

Playoff heartbreak has once again befallen the Philadelphia Phillies. On Thursday, they fell to the Atlanta Braves, 6-2, to lose Game 3 of the Wild Card series — marking the end of their 2026 campaign.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 1
How Did Harper Move Forward After a Detrimental Mistake? He Thought of His Son

How Did Harper Move Forward After a Detrimental Mistake? He Thought of His Son

Bryce Harper made what potentially could’ve been a season-ending mistake for the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 2 of the Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves.

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The 'Active 30-HR season leaders' quiz

The 'Active 30-HR season leaders' quiz

How many of the active Major League Baseball players to hit 30 home runs in at least three different seasons can you name in five minutes?

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Phillies Reveal Pitching Plans for Game 3 Against Braves

Phillies Reveal Pitching Plans for Game 3 Against Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies stayed alive for at least one more day, pulling off a gutsy comeback win over the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of their National League Wild Card Round series.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / October 1
MLB Playoff Betting: Best Wild Card Round Predictions for Thursday, Oct. 1

MLB Playoff Betting: Best Wild Card Round Predictions for Thursday, Oct. 1

Philadelphia Phillies OF Bryce Harper had an interesting day Wednesday as his fielding mistake nearly ended the Phillies’ season. He homered late in the game to tie it, and the Phils eventually won in extra innings.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
What Phillies’ Cristopher Sanchez told Bryce Harper before clutch HR

What Phillies’ Cristopher Sanchez told Bryce Harper before clutch HR

The Philadelphia Phillies will live to play another day. Philadelphia had its back against the wall against the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday. But thanks in part to Bryce Harper, the Phillies staved off elimination in their NL Wild Card series.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 30
Even Alex Bohm was surprised by opposite-field go-ahead home run vs. Braves

Even Alex Bohm was surprised by opposite-field go-ahead home run vs. Braves

Alex Bohm rose as a new City of Brotherly Love hero Wednesday. His 10th inning home run helped prevent the Philadelphia Phillies from ending their season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / CBSSports.com / September 30

Bryce Harper saves Phillies' season with massive home run vs. Braves after ugly misplay earlier in game

The questionable Phillies defense was on full display in Wednesday's Game 2, but the sluggers came through to force a Game 3

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 30

Paint it black: Phillies 4, Braves 3

The Phillies’ season looked all but over. Thanks to a horrendous fielding error by Bryce Harper, the Phillies found themselves trailing the Braves by two runs in the eighth.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Bryce Harper Makes Admission After Loss to Braves

Bryce Harper Makes Admission After Loss to Braves

Bryce Harper had a chance to give the Philadelphia Phillies a late spark against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. Instead, the veteran first baseman admitted afterward that a ball he hit down the line simply was not close enough to staying fair.

MLB News / Baseball Now / September 30
Phillies' Bryce Harper Reacts To Heartbreaking Loss To Braves In Game 1

Phillies' Bryce Harper Reacts To Heartbreaking Loss To Braves In Game 1

The Philadelphia Phillies blew two leads to the Atlanta Braves in Game 1, but a three-run home run by Austin Riley off Jhoan Duran was the nail in the coffin.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Phillies vs. Braves: Breaking down the 2026 season series

Phillies vs. Braves: Breaking down the 2026 season series

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Philadelphia Phillies Make Sudden Bryce Harper Announcement

Philadelphia Phillies Make Sudden Bryce Harper Announcement

The Philadelphia Phillies are still fighting for a playoff berth with two days left in the regular season, and the margin for error has all but disappeared.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 25
Phillies’ Bryce Harper Makes Strong Comments About Playoff Race

Phillies’ Bryce Harper Makes Strong Comments About Playoff Race

The Philadelphia Phillies let another chance to lock up a playoff berth slip away Thursday night, falling 5-1 to the Milwaukee Brewers at Citizens Bank Park.

Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / September 13
'We Got to Play Better Baseball': Bryce Harper Sends Blunt Warning as Phillies’ Playoff Hopes Hang in Balance

'We Got to Play Better Baseball': Bryce Harper Sends Blunt Warning as Phillies’ Playoff Hopes Hang in Balance

The Phillies picked the worst possible time to go cold. Atlanta exploded for 12 runs Saturday, leaving Philadelphia staring at a major blow to its NL East hopes.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11
Cardinals take a bizarre swipe at Bryce Harper during game

Cardinals take a bizarre swipe at Bryce Harper during game

The St. Louis Cardinals tried to make Bryce Harper look bad during Monday’s game … but ended up doing virtually the opposite. St. Louis hosted Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday for the first game of a three-game set.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 30
Bryce Harper under fire for postgame comments

Bryce Harper under fire for postgame comments

Philadelphia Phillies star first baseman Bryce Harper was in the headlines on Wednesday morning after his plea for help to the organization ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline.

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Bryce Harper sends out a call for help after another loss

Bryce Harper sends out a call for help after another loss

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