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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 22
2025 Player Review: José Ruiz 
In recent years, the Phillies’ pitching program has been able to develop some very useful players out of pitchers who were underperforming in other organizations or were tossed to the scrap heap.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 22
What if this is market for Japanese players? Should the Phillies jump in?
Munetaka Murakami was arguably the most famous player coming over from Japan this offseason. His power was legendary overseas and is his biggest calling card as he makes the transition to the MLB game.
Aidan Miller News / The Good Phight / December 22
Phillies news: Aidan Miller, NL East, Munetaka Murakami
Well, that news coming out of the south side of Chicago is certainly news that I don’t think anyone predicted. It feels like there are two ways to think of the Murakami news.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Kyle Backhus News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / December 21
Phillies Hope They’re Getting Reliable Lefty Reliever in Kyle Backhus
Trading Matt Strahm made headlines for the Philadelphia Phillies. But it wasn’t the only trade the organization made for pitching recently. In another deal that was lost in the Strahm deal, the Phillies sent center fielder Avery Owusu-Asiedu to the Arizona Diamondbacks for left-handed reliever Kyle Backhus, who just wrapped up his rookie season.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / December 21
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 20
The Phillies paid quite a bit in luxury tax in 2025
In the weeks that follow the end of the season, the accountants in New York tally up the final luxury tax bills for teams that actually spent money to improve their teams.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 20
New look bullpen: yay or nay?
While there may still be some changes on the fringe, the Phillies’ bullpen is going to be a bit different looking than when we last saw them. Gone are arms like David Robertson and Jordan Romano and Matt Strahm.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 20
Phillies news: Matt Strahm, Kyle Backhus, Shane Baz
Seems all the team wanted to get their Christmas shopping done prior to this weekend beginning. We had several trades yesterday, two involving the Phillies and a few more that were of some rather significant consequence.
J.T. Realmuto News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 20
Philadelphia Phillies evaluating catching trade market, J.T. Realmuto remains unsigned
The Phillies have prioritized reunions with Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto. They succeeded in bringing back the MVP runner-up on a five-year deal at the Winter Meetings.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Matt Strahm News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / December 19
Phillies Trade Matt Strahm, but Move Wasn’t Just About Saving Money
Matt Strahm has been a valuable member of the Philadelphia Phillies bullpen since he arrived in 2023. So, his trade on Friday was a bit unexpected. The Phillies moved Strahm to the Kansas City Royals for reliever Jonathan Bowlan on Friday, a one-for-one swap being sold as a cost-cutting move.
Matt Strahm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 19
Matt Strahm shares heartfelt goodbye after Phillies-Royals trade
The Philadelphia Phillies traded left-handed relief pitcher Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals on Friday. Strahm, who has become one of the better relievers in the sport over the years, returns to Kansas City — where he began his MLB career.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / December 19
Crazy eight(een)s – Part two
Yesterday, I covered the players who wore the number 18 earlier in Phillies history. Today, I’ll go over some of the recent names. De Jesus was the centerpiece of one of the worst trades in Phillies history.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / December 19
Pirates to Acquire Brandon Lowe: What to Make of 3-Team Trade
On December 19, reports broke that the Pirates, Rays, and Astros were completing a three-way trade. It’s a big one, as the Astros will get Mike Burrows, the Rays will get two high-end prospects, while the Pirates get Brandonw Lowe and two others.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 19
Phillies acquire reliever in trade with Diamondbacks
The Philadelphia Phillies have been massively altering their bullpen ahead of the 2026 campaign, highlighted by their $22 million Brad Keller deal. Their latest addition saw the Phillies complete a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 19
1 blockbuster move Phillies must make after MLB Winter Meetings
The MLB Winter Meetings have come and gone, and the Philadelphia Phillies are still looking for that one decisive move to reignite their championship dreams.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19
The Phillies and Royals swap pitchers, Matt Strahm returns to where it all started
The Philadelphia Phillies have not been quiet this offseason, as they are determined to avenge their loss to the back-to-back World Series Champions, the
J.T. Realmuto News / Yardbarker / December 17
Are Phillies one step closer to resigning J.T. Realmuto?
Could the Philadelphia Phillies be inching toward a reunion with catcher J.T. Realmuto? Reports indicate it's possible, and the next move belongs to the veteran backstop.
Jordan Romano News / Larry Brown Sports / December 16
Angels land two-time All-Star pitcher
The Los Angeles Angels are shoring up their bullpen with a former All-Star closer.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Stadium Rant / December 16
The Philadelphia Phillies Signing Adolis García Is Just What They Needed
It was announced on Monday that free agent outfielder Adolis García had agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. The deal is worth $10 million, the same one-year prove-it deal Dave Dombrowski handed Max Kepler last offseason.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / December 16
OF Adolis Garcia officially signs 1-year deal with Phillies
Veteran outfielder Adolis Garcia signed a one-year deal worth a reported $10 million with the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. "His power stands out in any part of the ballpark," Phillies manager Rob Thomson said Tuesday as the team introduced Garcia to the media.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Phillies’ Outfield Largely Set; Justin Crawford To Get Opportunity In Center
The Phillies finalized their one-year deal with free agent outfielder Adolis Garcia, and that’s likely to be their only notable addition in the outfield this winter, it seems.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / December 15
Reports: Phillies Sign Former ALCS MVP Outfielder
The Philadelphia Phillies have reportedly decided to sign outfielder Adolis García, a former ALCS MVP, to a one-year, $10 million deal, according to reporter Francys Romero.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / December 15
Report: Phillies finalizing deal with OF Adolis Garcia
The Philadelphia Phillies are finalizing a one-year, $10 million deal with outfielder Adolis Garcia, The Athletic and reporter Francys Romero reported Monday.
Adolis Garcia News / Larry Brown Sports / December 15
Phillies sign former World Series champion
The Philadelphia Phillies are adding a former World Series champion and ALCS MVP to their ranks. The Phillies are signing former Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia, according to reports.
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