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Phillies blast 5 homers in rout of Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies hit a season-high five home runs, including three-run shots by Nick Castellanos and Otto Kemp, to awaken their dormant bats en route to 13-0 win over the host Atlanta Braves on Friday night in the opener of their three-game series.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 27

3 sneaky trades Phillies must make to boost World Series chances

The Philadelphia Phillies have been neck-and-neck with the New York Mets for the division lead all season. Philadelphia manager Rob Thomson has dealt with drama amongst his players extremely well.

Bryce Harper News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Phillies' Bryce Harper Announces Exciting News on Friday

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper is in his fourteenth major-league season after debuting with the Washington Nationals at age nineteen in 2012, having become one of baseball’s most dynamic talents and competitors.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 27

Phillies Answer to Bullpen Woes Could Already Be on Pitching Staff

The Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets are not only battling it out in the National League East standings, they will be going head-to-head on the trade market ahead of the deadline as well.

Trea Turner News / Athlon Sports / June 27

MLB Makes Trea Turner Decision After Phillies' Loss to Astros

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner is playing in his eleventh major league season since making his MLB debut in 2015. He was drafted in the first

Max Kepler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 27

Max Kepler claims being lied to by Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies have set themselves up for success this season. They are just behind the New York Mets in the National League East despite some drama between manager Rob Thomson and Nick Castellanos.

Justin Crawford News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 27

Is It Time for Phillies to Call Up Talented Outfield Prospect Justin Crawford?

It's the time of the year where the top teams in MLB are making big additions to their roster. Whether that comes in the form of a blockbuster trade or a call-up of a top prospect, new faces are set to inject additional talent and energy.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Phillies ‘Growing Frustrated’ With Lack of Production From Starting Outfielder

The Philadelphia Phillies have hit a mid-summer skid after being swept by the Houston Astros. The pitching was tremendous, allowing five runs across 27 innings.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Phillies Get Bad News on Top Trade Deadline Target From AL West Squad

The Philadelphia Phillies have multiple trade deadline needs, with the bullpen arguably being the most important. With Jose Alvarado suspended and missing the entire postseason, the Phillies are in a strange position in the bullpen.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / June 27

Phillies Should Look To Move On From Outfielder

The Philadelphia Phillies should try and move on from Max Kepler. Matt Gelb of The Athletic published an article in which Kepler openly complained about his lack of playing time.

Kyle Schwarber News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Phillies Get Great Yankees News on Potential Kyle Schwarber Replacement

It remains uncertain what the Philadelphia Phillies plan to do with Kyle Schwarber, but there's a reason to believe that he could return. If not, the Phillies need to focus their attention elsewhere, attempting to sign Kyle Tucker.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 27

Phillies Receive Solid Marks on First Half Report Card With Plenty of Room To Grow

The Philadelphia Phillies are done with their first half of the 2025 season and they sit just half a game back in an NL East that seems like a two-team race right now.

Trea Turner News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Trea Turner Still Optimistic After Phillies' Horrendous Astros Series

The Philadelphia Phillies just came off one of the worst series they've had in a long time. After three games against the Houston Astros, the offense only managed one run.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Rob Thomson Considering Exciting Phillies Decision With Top Prospect

One of the main issues for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2025 has been the outfield's lack of production. Whether it's Nick Castellanos, Brandon Marsh, Max Kepler, or Johan Rojas, the outfield hasn't been great for the Phillies.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 27

Phillies Still One of MLB’s Most Exciting Teams Despite ‘Cracks in the Foundation’

The Philadelphia Phillies have had maybe the most dramatic, up-and-down season in baseball. In June, they started the month going 1-6, including being swept by the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates.

Max Kepler News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Max Kepler Calls Out Phillies For Misleading Him in Free Agency

The Philadelphia Phillies didn't add a lot of outside help in the offseason. Jesus Luzardo has been great in the rotation, but he had a rough stretch where he was shelled.

J.T. Realmuto News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Phillies’ J.T. Realmuto Sends Clear Message About Future Ahead of Free Agency

All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto’s next contract could be his final one, whether it’s with the Philadelphia Phillies or another club. Don’t get things twisted: Realmuto, who turned 34 in March, has no intentions of retiring anytime soon.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 27

Philadelphia Phillies Have Two Hitters Thriving in High-Leverage Situations

There has been a lot of discussion about what the Philadelphia Phillies are going to do ahead of the MLB trade deadline this year. They have a clear need in the bullpen, where another high-leverage arm would be welcomed.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 26

Phillies Reportedly 'Keeping Close Tabs' on Slugging Outfielder

On Monday, it was hard not to feel good about the Philadelphia Phillies. They defeated the New York Mets in dominating fashion on Sunday Night Baseball to secure a series win and cap off an incredible turnaround compared to how they looked at the beginning of the month.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Phillies Enter Dubious MLB Company After Being Swept By Astros

The Phillies' trip down to Houston is one their players and fans would both quickly like to forget. Philadelphia was swept out clearly by the Astros - the third time this season they've failed to win a game during a road series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 26

Astros remind league they're still contenders with Phillies sweep

With half the season down and one half to go, the Astros once again look like they could rule MLB by season's end.

Cam Smith delivers for Astros in home sweep of Phillies

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Dave Dombrowski News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25

Dombrowski: Phillies Focused On Bullpen Help

The Phillies enter deadline season as clear buyers, sitting atop the NL East with a 47-32 record — the third-best record of any club in the game. It’s

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 24