Philadelphia Phillies: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kyle Schwarber News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 5

Phillies Star Kyle Schwarber Making Legitimate Case For MVP in Career Campaign

The Philadelphia Phillies are very much in the conversation in what is an extremely competitive National League with a number of teams that can make a real case as the favorite come October.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Blue Jays designate depth catcher, select infielder

The Jays decided to keep all three catchers for a few days to buy some time as they evaluated Tyler Heineman.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Inside The Diamonds / August 5

Philadelphia Phillies Roster Moves 8/5/25

Prior to tonight’s game, Joe Ross is back from his rehab assignment at Leigh Valley IronPigs. The Philadelphia Phillies sent down Seth Johnson to the Leigh Valley IronPigs to make room on the 26-man roster list.

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The '250-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

How many MLB pitchers with 250+ K's in a season since 2000 can you name in five minutes?

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Jose Alvarado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 5

Phillies’ Jose Alvarado breaks silence on PED suspension ahead of return

The Philadelphia Phillies have been without relief pitcher Jose Alvarado for months. Rob Thomson’s reliever received an 80-game suspension by Major League Baseball for violating PED rules.

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The best player ever to play for each MLB franchise

No professional sport in North America has a past as rich as baseball's. Over the history of each MLB franchise, the following players represent each team's best.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 5

Phillies' Jose Alvarado sorry as he nears return from 80-game ban

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado apologized to his team and its fans Tuesday as he nears his return from an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 5

Kyle Schwarber’s new Phillies teammate thankful to be on right side of HR barrage

Harrison Bader appears to be having a great time so far with the Philadelphia Phillies. Traded to Philly by the Minnesota Twins ahead of last week’s deadline

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 5

Kyle Schwarber, Phillies hope to tee off on Orioles again

With 50 games remaining in the regular season, Kyle Schwarber is entering the National League MVP conversation. Fresh off his latest offensive masterpiece, Schwarber hopes to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to another win over the visiting Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday.

Kyle Schwarber News / Field Level Media / August 4

Kyle Schwarber goes deep twice as Phillies rout Orioles

Kyle Schwarber blasted his 39th and 40th homers and drove in six runs to ignite the Philadelphia Phillies to a 13-3 home win over the Baltimore Orioles on Monday.

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Harrison Bader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Harrison Bader makes first Phillies hit count with 3-run homer

Harrison Bader did not waste much time making his impact felt on the Philadelphia Phillies. Recently acquired via a trade with the Minnesota Twins, Bader had his first hit in a Philly uniform during the opener of a three-game series versus the Baltimore Orioles at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Monday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Phillies' Rob Thomson announces Alec Bohm news

Alec Bohm has missed most of the second half.

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The 'National League home run champions' quiz

David Robertson News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

Phillies May Wait Until Roster Expansion To Call Up Veteran Pitcher

The Philadelphia Phillies have decided to wait to call up veteran relief pitcher David Robertson from Triple-A. Robertson recently signed with the team and has been building up with Lehigh Valley.

Kyle Schwarber News / Fastball on SI / August 4

Kyle Schwarber Just Accomplished Something No Other Player in MLB History Ever Has

The Philadelphia Phillies shut out the Detroit Tigers 2-0 on Sunday night at Citizens Bank Park, winning a playoff-type game in a playoff-type atmosphere.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Fastball on SI / August 4

Philadelphia Phillies Starter Does Something Not Seen in Last Five Years of History

In a potential World Series preview, the Philadelphia Phillies shut out the Detroit Tigers 2-0 on Sunday night at Citizens Bank Park The Phillies, who lead the National League East, are 63-48.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber’s HR vs. Tigers earns him place in MLB history

Kyle Schwarber isn’t just mashing baseballs — he’s making history. The Phillies slugger blasted his 38th home run of the season Sunday night, sealing a 2-0 win over the Tigers on Sunday Night Baseball and cementing his status as one of the most consistent power hitters of this era.

Oscar Mercado News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4

Phillies release Oscar Mercado

Outfielder Oscar Mercado enacted an opt-out clause in his minor league contract with the Phillies, MLB Trade Rumors’ Steve Adams reports. The Phils have subsequently released Mercado, who now returns to the open market after inking his deal just at the start of Spring Training.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / August 2

Phillies Should Look to Move Luzardo to Bullpen

The Philadelphia Phillies should consider moving Jesús Luzardo to the bullpen before the regular season ends. Matt Gelb of The Athletic has mentioned that this is a possibility.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 2

Rob Manfred downplays salary cap dispute with Bryce Harper

An altercation between MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and Phillies star Bryce Harper made headlines in July.

MLB All-Star Game awarded to Cubs in 2027

Bryson Stott drives in game-winner as Phillies rally past Tigers

Trade grades: Phillies acquire Twins closer Jhoan Duran

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Harrison Bader News / Yardbarker / July 31

Phillies again connect with Twins in deal for center fielder

A day after lining up on a blockbuster trade of closer Jhoan Duran, the Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins have done business again.

Twins reap impressive haul from Jhoan Duran trade

Phillies finally find an answer for closer role in trade

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Philadelphia Phillies News / FirstSportz / July 31

Stephen A. Smith Urges for Suspension of Two-Time MVP Bryce Harper Following Heated Confrontation with Commissioner Rob Manfred

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper stole several headlines this past week after reports of a heated confrontation between him and Commissioner Rob Manfred broke out.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1