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MLB News / Phillies Nation / September 16
Why Phillies are still figuring out starting rotation for upcoming Mets series as another bullpen game looms 
WASHINGTON — The Phillies know they’ll use a bullpen game this weekend in New York. They just don’t know exactly when yet. After placing left-hander Jesús Luzardo on the 15-day injured list with shoulder inflammation on Tuesday, the club will need to alter its rotation down the stretch.
Jesus Luzardo News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 16
3 Phillies Pitchers Who Need To Step up for Jesus Luzardo
The Philadelphia Phillies were smart to play it safe with starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo, who was experiencing some tightness in his shoulder and was scratched from his start this past weekend against the Atlanta Braves.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / September 16
Phillies’ diminished home-run power could be an issue in the postseason
As the Phillies continue to fight for a playoff spot, it is reasonable to start thinking about how they might look if they get in. The team’s strength would be its starting pitching, even with Jesús Luzardo landing on the injured list.
The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz
How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 16
Phillies Have Struggled in This Key Area So Far in September
The Philadelphia Phillies have not been playing their best baseball down the stretch, and there is one major reason why. Entering their game on Wednesday, the Phillies have a losing record in September so far after their great month of August.
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.
Kyle Schwarber News / Viral Sports News / September 16
Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber Sounds Alarm With Playoffs Closing In
Kyle Schwarber did not sugarcoat the situation facing the Philadelphia Phillies after another frustrating loss. The veteran slugger spoke with reporters Tuesday night following a 6-3 defeat to the Washington Nationals and made it clear that October baseball is anything but locked in.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 16
Is it panic-time for the Phillies?
It has the feeling of it all unraveling, doesn’t it? First, it was the announcement by the Phillies on Tuesday afternoon that starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo,
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 16
Phillies' Magic Number Drops Despite Recent Struggles
Tuesday night was another tough one for the Philadelphia Phillies, who lost to the Washington Nationals 6-3 on the road. This marks their fourth loss in five games, and now is not the time to be struggling. Coming into this short two-game set against the Nationals, the Phillies had to be thinking about taking two games.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 16
Phillies eager for split in short series against Nationals
The Philadelphia Phillies will look to split their two-game series against the host Washington Nationals on Wednesday night. Philadelphia continued its nine-game road trip with a 6-3 loss to Washington on Tuesday night.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 16
Phillies on the Pharm: 9/16/2026
Goat has become a confusing sports term. Originally, it meant the person saddled with the blame for a defeat. It still means that, but capitalize it, and you get something much, much more positive.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 16
Phillies news: Jesus Luzardo, Aidan Miller, Joc Pederson
That’s a bad loss. You can pick any of the multitude of reasons why it’s a bad loss, but it remains. That’s a bad loss. On to the links. Phillies news: The big news from the day prior was Jesus Luzardo heading to the injured list.
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.
Jonathan Bowlan News / Phillies Nation / September 16
Phillies’ Jonathan Bowlan another question mark as team limps down stretch: ‘Just looking for the bounce back’
WASHINGTON — Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly had a hunch that the Nationals would pinch-hit for leadoff batter Dylan Crews. He still liked reliever Jonathan Bowlan in that spot.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 16
Phillies' Recent Bullpen Woes Will Create Concern for Stretch Run
The Philadelphia Phillies are getting set for the stretch run, and the team is looking to finish strong and clinch a playoff berth soon. Following a terrible start to the campaign in which they were 10 games under the .500 mark, the Phillies have turned things completely around.
Jesus Luzardo News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15
Phillies suffer major blow with Jesús Luzardo injury update
The Philadelphia Phillies are making a push to secure a National League Wild Card spot, but they just got some bad news on the injury front. On Tuesday, starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo was placed on the 15-day IL with shoulder inflammation.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 15
Phillies rotation takes major hit at worst time with Jesus Luzardo injury
The injury comes at an extremely unfortunate time as Luzardo's most recent start of the season was his best one.
Aaron Nola News / Athlon Sports / September 15
Phillies Facing Aaron Nola Decision After Unfortunate News
The Philadelphia Phillies have not yet punched their ticket to the MLB playoffs. However, entering Tuesday’s game against the Washington Nationals, they still own sole possession of the second National League wild card spot.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15
Phillies Place Jesús Luzardo On Injured List
The Phillies announced that left-hander Jesús Luzardo has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to September 12, with left shoulder inflammation.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 14
Desperate Phillies begin playoff push on road vs. gritty Nationals
The Philadelphia Phillies open a two-week playoff push when they visit the Washington Nationals for a two-game series beginning Tuesday. Philadelphia dropped two of three this past weekend in Atlanta after splitting four home games against them last weekend.
Derek Hill News / The Lead / September 14
Which Phillies’ Depth Pieces Can Impact Their Playoff Push?
The Phillies are entering the final two weeks of the regular season primed for another playoff run. While there’s still an outside shot at winning the division, the likely focus will be securing the top Wild Card berth. The Phillies will need their stars to keep performing as well as they have been.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / September 14
How Should the Phillies Stack Up Their Playoff Rotation?
The Philadelphia Phillies face a postseason dilemma that many other franchises would love to have. Philadelphia currently has one of the best three-headed monsters in baseball atop its rotation.
Kyle Schwarber News / Athlon Sports / September 14
Phillies Announce Unexpected Kyle Schwarber News on Monday
Kyle Schwarber and the Philadelphia Phillies are currently battling for the National League wild-card spot in the 2026 MLB playoffs. Philadelphia is sitting at 82-67, only one game behind the 83-66 Chicago Cubs, with the 80-68 San Diego Padres in third place.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 13
Phillies use seven-run eighth inning to stymie Braves
Alec Bohm's two-run double in the eighth inning sparked a seven-run rally and helped the visiting Philadelphia Phillies defeat the Atlanta Braves 9-4 on Sunday and salvage a contest from their three-game series.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13
Phillies Reinstate Tanner Banks From 60-Day IL, Designate Christian Cairo
The Phillies announced that left-hander Tanner Banks has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. In corresponding roster moves, infielder Christian Cairo was designated for assignment and right-hander Grant Holman was optioned to Triple-A.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12
Braves' Walt Weiss loves what we saw from Ha-Seong Kim in win over Phillies
Atlanta Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim delivered another defining late-season hit Friday night, helping his team secure a dramatic 6-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in 11 innings at Truist Park.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 12
Phillies drop crucial game in playoff race after questionable bullpen decisions
It’s a consequential loss for the Phillies, who are now five games back of the Braves with just 14 games left.
Jesus Luzardo News / Yardbarker / September 7
Phillies' Jesus Luzardo validates frontline-ace status with first complete-game shutout
Luzardo has blossomed into a frontline ace for the Philadelphia Phillies this season, and his first career complete-game shutout (1-0) against the Atlanta Braves on Monday helped validate that.
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