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MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 17
Phillies’ Loss to Mets Highlights One Big Roster Need
The Major League Baseball All-Star break is now in the rear view mirror, and on Thursday, the Philadelphia Phillies started the second half of their regular season by hosting the struggling New York Mets.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / July 17
Phillies Linked to Urgent MLB Trade Deadline Move for All-Star Pitcher
The Philadelphia Phillies entered the season with modest expectations for their bullpen reinforcements after a subdued offseason. One of their key additions, right-hander Brad Keller, represented a targeted effort to bolster relief depth.
Jose Alvarado News / The Good Phight / July 17
Can Jose Alvarado be salvaged? 
Listen, I know many of you reading this read the title and think you already know the answer. “No!” is the most likely refrain were I to post somewhere else, looking to spark discussion or creating some kind of snap poll that looked for a majority vote.
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?
Phillies are Interested in Trading for Angels' Right Fielder
The Philadelphia Phillies, under interim manager Don Mattingly, have staged what seems like a miraculous comeback after a 9-19 start that cost previous manager Rob Thomson his job.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17
Juan Soto breaks MLB record with trio of walks in Mets' win
MLB saw history made on its first day of its return to action after the All-Star break on Thursday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17
1 reliever Phillies must trade for after losing Brad Keller to injury
The Philadelphia Phillies are in the thick of an NL East race to start the second half of the season. They were well out of the race early in the season, but firing Rob Thomson for Don Mattingly worked to perfection.
Brad Keller News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 17
4 Phillies Pitchers Who Need To Step up With Brad Keller Injury
The Philadelphia Phillies came out of the All-Star break knowing they had a few areas of weakness to address ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Bullpen help is something the team was already on the lookout for, more specifically, a left-handed reliever.
Don Mattingly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17
Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly downplays effects of air quality in disheartening Mets loss
The Philadelphia Phillies opened the unofficial second half of the 2026 season with a 4-1 loss to the New York Mets on Thursday night at Citizens Bank Park, a game played under worsening smoke conditions caused by wildfires in Canada and Minnesota.
Don Mattingly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17
Phillies’ Don Mattingly details harsh reality of offensive struggles in Mets loss
The Philadelphia Phillies’ offense was barely out there in their first game back from the 2026 MLB All-Star break. In a series opener against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Thursday night, the Phillies couldn’t get it going at the plate, as they suffered a 4-1 loss to their National League East rivals.
Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16
Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber has unfortunate near-home run situation vs. Mets
After a heartbreaking Home Run Derby loss to Jordan Walker of the St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber ran into another dinger heartbreak.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16
Bryce Harper makes a big accusation about the Home Run Derby
Bryce Harper thinks that something was fishy about this year’s Home Run Derby. The Philadelphia Phillies All-Star first baseman Harper spoke this week to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Anubis Sports / July 17
Was The MLB All-Star Game Changed By Philadelphiaia?
The city of Philadelphia has been busy in 2026 with the Semiquincentennial, World Cup, and the MLB All-Star Game. It had been 30 years since the Midsummer Classic was in Philly, and the city didn’t disappoint.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16
Phillies’ biggest steal in 2026 MLB Draft
The Philadelphia Phillies’ 2026 draft class will be remembered for several calculated risks. They took a high-school shortstop with a significant medical history in the first round, swung for elite raw power in the second, and loaded up on college arms.
Fernando Tatis Jr. News / Viral Sports News / July 16
Phillies’ Fernando Tatis Jr. Trade Buzz Slapped With Ominous Warning
The Philadelphia Phillies find themselves in a familiar spot as the MLB trade deadline approaches: searching for ways to bolster their lineup and outfield defense while chasing another deep postseason run.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / July 16
Phillies Make Roster Move After Brutal Season-Ending Injury News
The Philadelphia Phillies received a significant setback on Thursday as they prepared to launch the second half of the 2026 campaign. The team announced the placement of right-handed reliever Brad Keller on the 15-day injured list, with the move made retroactive to Monday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 16
Brad Keller's injury leaves the Phillies desperate for bullpen help
The Philadelphia Phillies are in quite a precarious situation heading into the Aug. 3 trade deadline, as an injury to a key bullpen arm may force them
Zack Wheeler News / Yardbarker / July 16
Zack Wheeler is showing why he's more than an All-Star snub
Despite being snubbed from playing in his fourth All-Star Game in his 12-year career, Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler has proven to be one of the best pitchers in the National League.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 15
Buzzing Phillies, struggling Mets kick off season's second half
After an eventful All-Star break in their hometown, the Philadelphia Phillies have an early start to the second half as they host the New York Mets on Thursday.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 15
NL's pitching flop without Phillies' Zack Wheeler again highlights why MLB must consider revising All-Star Game policies
Boy, the National League could've used Wheeler at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday night.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14
Five NL teams under the most pressure before the MLB trade deadline
When this time of year hits on the Major League Baseball calendar, pressure can be defined in many different ways.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14
Home Run Derby takeaways: Jordan Walker wins, spoils Kyle Schwarber's big night
A thrilling 2026 Home Run Derby is in the books.
Andrew Painter News / Yardbarker / July 13
Andrew Painter's struggles for Phillies are cautionary tale for MLB
Painter is struggling at every level he’s put on and his trade value around the league has undoubtedly plummeted. These struggles highlight a logical flaw that MLB teams have been applying for far too long, and one that needs to stop immediately.
Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / July 13
Bryce Harper addresses FanDuel video he sent to gambling addict
Bryce Harper issued a response after he was accused of sending a personalized video to a gambling addict on FanDuel’s behalf. In 2024, Harper sent a personalized message to Terry Thompson, a FanDuel VIP who had lost nearly $2 million betting through the platform.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / July 13
Two Phillies stars are the favorites to win the Home Run Derby
A little over a week since the United States celebrated its 250th anniversary, more bombs will be bursting in the air when two Philadelphia Phillies participate
Cristopher Sanchez News / Yardbarker / July 12
Phillies' Cristopher Sánchez will start the All-Star Game for the NL in home ballpark
There will be a familiar face on the mound at Citizen's Bank Park when the National League takes the field for the 2026 All-Star Game.
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