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Bryce Harper, bullpen carry Phillies past Giants

Bryce Harper had three hits and drove in three runs, the Philadelphia bullpen threw five shutout innings and the visiting Phillies opened a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants with a 6-4 victory Monday night.

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Andrew Painter struggles, but battles, in road debut: ‘Just one of those nights’

SAN FRANCISCO — Andrew Painter went to the visitors’ clubhouse after his road debut on Monday in San Francisco, did his postgame routine, emerged in the dugout again and watched the rest of the game from there.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 7

Are you concerned about the Phillies’ starting pitching depth?

If you’ve been following MLB closely over the last few years, you are well aware of the general lack of starting pitching depth around baseball. There are quite a few teams who struggle to field four good options in their rotation, let alone five or possibly more to fill in as substitutes over a long season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 7

Phillies news: Andrew Painter, BayCare ballpark, Mookie Betts

Phillies News: Do the Phillies have a good outfield now? Phillies sign 17 year old Cuban RHP Cristian Rego With all the prospect extensions going around, should the Phillies consider one with Andrew Painter?

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / April 7

Phillies to reinstate Orion Kerkering, option Kyle Backhus

Reliever Orion Kerkering (hamstring) will officially be reinstated from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday, Phillies manager Rob Thomson said. Left-hander Kyle Backhus will be optioned to the minor leagues in a corresponding move.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / April 6

Phillies prospect impresses on, off field during Tommy John recovery: ‘He’s really shown the ability to get back up and go’

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Phillies prospect Moisés Chace and his power arsenal caught serious attention in the minor leagues after being dealt to Philadelphia at the 2024 trade deadline, but much of the buzz has faded since he underwent Tommy John surgery last season.

Andrew Painter News / The Lead / April 6

Andrew Painter Painted the Strike Zone Beautifully in His Phillies Debut

Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Andrew Painter made his MLB debut against the Washington Nationals on March 31, and it couldn’t have gone much better.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Sport Relay / April 6

Phillies Opening Week Review: Early Offensive Concerns despite Winning Record

The Philadelphia Phillies Opening Week Review reflects a 5–4 record that masks uneven offensive production. They have stayed competitive through pitching depth and situational execution, yet the lineup has not reached expected levels across nine games.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 6

Phillies work to get bats going in series opener against Giants

The Philadelphia Phillies hope the challenge of a tough ballpark will awaken their slumbering bats when they open a three-game road series against the San Francisco Giants in Oracle Park on Monday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / April 6

What stadium has been the worst for the Phillies?

The Phillies are headed to San Francisco next to continue their road trip. That might sound like a solid trip for the team, but it feels like bad things happen in San Francisco, especially in Pac Bell Park (or whatever it is called these days).

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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.

Taijuan Walker News / Field Level Media / April 5

Phillies, Taijuan Walker shoot for road sweep of Rockies

The Philadelphia Phillies started their first road trip of the season with a pair of impressive wins over the Colorado Rockies. They will go for the sweep when the teams wrap up the three-game series in Denver on Sunday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 4

Phillies' Rob Thomson Makes Zack Wheeler Decision Before Rockies Game

The Philadelphia Phillies are missing one key piece of their 26-man roster, and when he returns, the team’s ceiling rises. That player is right-hander Zack Wheeler, who has not pitched since last August after undergoing surgery on his right shoulder to remove a blood clot.

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The Most Important Parts of Phillies' First Blowout Win of 2026

It counted the same as any other win, but Friday's 10-1 blowout at Coors Field was one the Phillies needed on multiple levels. First and foremost, the team needed a laugher.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Phillies Possible Defensive Liability

The Philadelphia Phillies left field platoon with Otto Kemp and Brandon Marsh has potentially created a defensive liability. While Marsh is a good defender in left field, Kemp has some issues playing the position.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 2

Phillies historically awful start leads to insider’s Kyle Schwarber suggestion

The Philadelphia Phillies are coming off a huge walk-off win against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday. Despite the win there, the stars in the Phillies’ lineup have not gotten off to a consistent start.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 2

The Unique Challenge of Phillies Upcoming Road Trip

The Phillies have a segmented schedule in the month of April with a week at home, a week on the road, a little over a week back at a home, another week on the road.

Bryce Harper News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 1

Phillies superstar Bryce Harper on crushing first home run of 2026, breaking early slump

Bryce Harper’s momentum-shifting home run marked a pivotal moment in the Philadelphia Phillies’ comeback victory over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Justin Crawford Walk-Off Moment Signals Something Bigger For Phillies Future

There are moments early in a baseball season that feel bigger than just one game, and Justin Crawford delivered one of them in Philadelphia. In a sport built on patience and projection, it is rare to see a young player compress so many milestones into a single afternoon.

Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / April 3

Phillies' Bryce Harper loses an out on rarely enforced rule

Bryce Harper was left frustrated on Wednesday when he had an out taken away from him thanks to a rule that rarely comes up in Major League Baseball. Harper

Alec Bohm News / Football Analysis / March 31

Phillies’ Bohm Sues Parents for $3M on Opening Day as RV Life Exposed

The confetti hadn’t even settled at Citizens Bank Park when the real story leaked. Alec Bohm, Philadelphia’s third baseman, stepped to the plate on Opening Day, March 26, 2026, and launched a three-run homer in the fifth inning.

Garrett Stubbs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Phillies Outright Garrett Stubbs

Catcher Garrett Stubbs has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A, reports Lochlahn March of the Philadelphia Inquirer. The 32-year-old was designated for assignment earlier this week to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for infielder Christian Cairo.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

Phillies Sign Sergio Alcántara To Minor League Deal

The Phillies have signed infielder Sergio Alcántara to a minor league deal, according to the transactions log at MLB.com. The 29-year-old is a client of The Movement Baseball.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 27