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Zack Wheeler's Full Comments the Morning After First Bullpen Session

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Zack Wheeler spoke Friday morning, the day after completing his first bullpen session of the spring. Wheeler came away from the all-fastball, 21-pitch session feeling good, and he confirmed that it essentially began the unofficial six-week ramp-up period that starting pitchers typically need in spring training.

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Veteran Dylan Moore's Thoughts on Battling for Bench Job With Phillies

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Dylan Moore fielded a high chopper to third base with his bare hand in the first inning Thursday and fired a throw across the diamond to Bryce Harper, just barely missing the out on a bang-bang play against baserunner Brady House.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 27

What has earned your attention so far in Phillies camp?

Making any kind of conclusion this early into Spring Training is foolhardy. There’s not much that occurs before the calendar even flips to March that can be used to glean insight on how a player will perform once the games begin to count.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 27

Phillies News: Zack Wheeler, Andrew Painter, Daniel Robert

Spring training is underway. The weather in Philadelphia hasn’t caught up, but no matter. Spring is coming. Onto the links. Phillies News Daniel Robert could’ve chosen to go elsewhere.

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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.

Rob Thompson News / Total Pro Sports / February 27

What Is Rob Thompson’s Latest Lineup Strategy For The Phillies?

The Philadelphia Phillies have been consistently making the playoffs, but they often fall short of winning the World Series. Despite their talented roster, the team failed to defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Jonathan Bowlan News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 27

New Reliever Looking Forward to Phillies Future 'More Than Words Can Describe'

CLEARWATER, Fla. — If you missed Jonathan Bowlan on Thursday, it might've been because you walked into another room, read a text message or blinked. The new Phillies reliever made his 2026 spring training debut against the Nationals and needed just seven pitches (six strikes) to complete a 1-2-3 fifth inning.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 27

Which Phillies are we most excited to see in the World Baseball Classic?

Phillies players scheduled to compete in this year’s World Baseball Classic will leave the team on March 1 to join their respective clubs. The Phillies have 10 players in major league camp that will compete in the tournament, from big stars such as Bryce Harper and Cristopher Sánchez to prospects such as former first rounder Dante Nori.

Rob Thomson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26

Phillies’ Rob Thomson hints at top of lineup strategy, but there’s a catch

The Philadelphia Phillies are the only MLB team to win 95 regular season games or more in each of the last two years, but following back-to-back early playoff exits, fans are growing increasingly impatient.

Kyle Schwarber News / Phillies Nation / February 26

After career year, Kyle Schwarber is on a quest to be a ‘complete hitter’

CLEARWATER, Fla. – Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber is not taking his success for granted. Coming off 56 home runs and a second-place finish in National League MVP voting, Schwarber is faced with the challenge of staying on top. Schwarber has lived many baseball lives.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Zack Wheeler News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 26

Could Zack Wheeler Return Earlier Than Expected? 'Possibly'

CLEARWATER, Fla. — You start to do the math and ... could Zack Wheeler be back in April? The Phillies' ace threw his first bullpen session Thursday morning since undergoing venous thoracic outlet surgery on Sept.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 26

Phillies bring Ballpark Pass back for Spring and September

The Phillies are bringing back the Ballpark Pass for the 2026 season after selling passes for games in August and September last year. There are two different options for fans to choose from.

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Aidan Miller News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 26

Aidan Miller Trying to Keep Mind From Spiraling While Dealing With Back Injury

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller knew he was unlikely to make the team out of camp even with a strong showing, but this is still a big spring for a player who might be able to contribute in the major leagues later this season and certainly next.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 26

Debuting Relievers, Bench Battlers and More Phillies to Monitor Thursday

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Thursday was the Phillies' sixth game of spring training and their first using a member of the projected Opening Day rotation. Taijuan Walker is first up.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / February 26

‘Not elite’? Bryce Harper has a plan to return to form

‘Not elite’? Phillies star Bryce Harper has a plan to return to form

After team president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski labeled him “not elite” this offseason, Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper didn’t dwell on it — he mapped out exactly how he plans to prove otherwise.

Blue Jays strengthen rotation by bringing back Max Scherzer

Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits first spring HR after making contract demands

Nolan McLean showing he's ready for Mets' Opening Day rotation

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Total Pro Sports / February 26

Philadelphia Phillies Injury Update: Outfielder Hits Setback as Concerns Mount

The Philadelphia Phillies will start the 2026 campaign as the favorite to retain their National League East division title. They are essentially running back the same team, although there were a few notable departures in the offseason.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / February 26

Phillies News: Zack Wheeler, Andrew Painter, Bullpen

It was nice to see a healthy dose of Phillies regulars in the game yesterday. It’s hard to stay tuned into spring training games, especially this early, but seeing some of the players you recognize helps.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 26

Why Brad Keller Is 'Going To Be a Lot of Fun To Work With' for J.T. Realmuto

CLEARWATER, Fla. — It was mid-July last season, the final series before the All-Star break when Brad Keller and the Cubs went into Yankee Stadium. With

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25

Phillies dealt early spring training injury concern

The Philadelphia Phillies are hoping to compete in the National League East once again in 2026. Staying healthy will obviously be of the utmost importance this season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / February 24

Phillies Should Look To Balance Bullpen

The Philadelphia Phillies need there to be balance in their bullpen. After an offseason trade of Matt Strahm there is a scenario where the Phillies have six right-handed pitchers compared to two left-handed pitchers in their bullpen.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23

Bryce Harper has praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin.

Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected

Pirates’ most interesting non-top 30 prospect

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Justin Crawford News / Athlon Sports / February 23

Will Justin Crawford Key Your Fantasy Team (and the Phillies) to a Title?

One of the most intriguing names and exciting players who will emerge in fantasy baseball in 2026 is Justin Crawford. The Phillies are expected to turn to the 22-year-old Crawford in CF this season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / February 22

Top Phillies Prospects Who Could Make an Impact in 2026

After falling short of reaching the World Series yet again in 2025, the Philadelphia Phillies have had a relatively quiet offseason. The radio silence has been a head scratcher to most, with the Phillies’ core quickly aging, and the competitive window seemingly approaching its end.