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Phillies Will Benefit Greatly From Aaron Nola’s Resurgence

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a brutal loss to the Atlanta Braves in the third game of their four-game set at Citizens Bank Park, going down 5-4. It was another tough day at the office for the bullpen, which faltered down the stretch again.

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Is the division race over?

The Braves have already taken two games in Philadelphia and currently hold a five game lead with 19 games left to play. They have the season tiebreaker over the Phillies now, always important in this age of no more tiebreaker games to determine winners of something.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 7

Phillies news: Jhoan Duran, Dave Dombrowski, Shane McLanahan

What was with those pitch calls by Garrett Stubbs to Ronald Acuna in the eighth inning? Seven straight fastballs in that situation? Really? That was the scouting report they chose to use?

Derek Hill News / EasySportz / September 6

Braves Rally Late to Steal Game 3 From Phillies, 5-4

The Atlanta Braves pulled off one of their biggest wins of the season Sunday. Atlanta erased a three-run deficit in the late innings before defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 in Game 3 of their four-game series at Citizens Bank Park.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / September 6

Rookie reliever Alex McFarlane gives up home run in big spot for Phillies: ‘I feel good about the way he’s going to respond’

PHILADELPHIA — Locked in a battle with a former National League MVP, rookie reliever Alex McFarlane reached back and fired seven straight fastballs. With the Phillies up three in a crucial matchup against the National Least East-leading Braves, McFarlane got the ball for the top of the eighth.

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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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Viral Sports News / September 6

Phillies’ Don Mattingly Gets Honest About Sunday’s Loss

The Philadelphia Phillies let a late lead slip away Sunday and dropped a 5-4 decision to the Atlanta Braves, a result that stung after they had held a three-run advantage with five outs remaining.

Dave Dombrowski News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6

Dave Dombrowski Aims To Stay With Phillies Beyond Current Contract

Dave Dombrowski has been the Phillies’ president of baseball operations since December 2020, and his current contract with the team is up after the 2027 campaign. Though Dombrowski will be 71 years old at the end of that deal, he intends to stay in his position for some time to come.

Derek Hill News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 6

Phillies Bullpen Woes Haunt Team in Blown Game With Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies did everything they needed to over the first seven innings of their game against the Atlanta Braves to be in a position to win the game.

Alex McFarlane News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 6

Alex McFarlane Emerging as Go-to Option in Phillies Bullpen

One of the biggest issues that the Philadelphia Phillies have faced in recent years has been their bullpen. The starting rotation has dominated in playoff games, but when the ball is taken by the relief staff, disaster ensues.

Brandon Marsh News / Viral Sports News / September 6

Phillies Announce Brandon Marsh Decision on Sunday

The Philadelphia Phillies restored All-Star outfielder Brandon Marsh to the starting lineup Sunday as they faced the Atlanta Braves in the rubber game of their series.

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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.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 6

Phillies Magic Number Drops Following Big Win Against Braves

With the playoffs right around the corner, the Philadelphia Phillies are seeking to clinch a playoff berth soon and are in the middle of a massive series

Zack Wheeler News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 6

Zack Wheeler Officially Back on Track for Phillies Beating Braves

The Philadelphia Phillies rolled through the month of August, clawing their way back into the playoff picture in the National League. However, there were a few players who weren’t performing up to standard.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / September 5

Zack Wheeler stifles Braves to help Phillies level series

Zack Wheeler worked six strong innings and Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 41st homer as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Saturday.

Don Mattingly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 5

Phillies’ Don Mattingly gets 100% real on mounting September pressure

Don Mattingly didn’t sugarcoat where things stand for the Phillies after Friday’s 5-2 loss to the Braves, and his message afterward was as blunt as it gets.

Bryson Stott News / Athlon Sports / September 4

Phillies Make Bryson Stott Announcement After Lineup Change

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott has stepped up for the team now in his fifth year since his big-league debut. The 28-year-old was asked to transition to third base following the team acquiring second baseman Luis Arraez from the San Francisco Giants, despite having minimal experience at the position.

Alec Bohm News / EssentiallySports / September 4

Phillies Star Alec Bohm’s Family’s $3M Legal Battle Ends in Out-of-Court Settlement

Almost six months after the Philadelphia Phillies star sued Daniel and Lisa Bohm for alleged financial mismanagement, both parties have settled the dispute out of court.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 3

This pitcher has clearly become Phillies’ X-factor amid playoff push

The Philadelphia Phillies currently lead the National League Wild Card and are only four games behind the Atlanta Braves for first place in the National League East standings.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / September 4

Notable update emerges on Don Mattingly’s future with the Phillies

Mattingly is enjoying a resurgence this season with the Philadelphia Phillies, but the good times might not last forever.

Braves, Phillies dealing aces for key series opener

Diamondbacks edge Phillies on home run by James McCann

Tony Vitello trending towards one outcome with Giants

Casey Mize's unreliability on the mound for Padres continues

Cubs announce season-ending injury for Ben Brown

Philadelphia Phillies News / New Baseball Media / September 3

2026 MLB Draft Review: Philadelphia Phillies

Amidst the Phillies’ years-long quest for a World Series title, that push also cost the club prospect capital. The 2026 MLB Draft offered the club a chance to reset, as the Phillies went with a notable high school shortstop prospect with their top pick.

Gabriel Barbosa News / Total Pro Sports / September 2

MLB World Rocked By News Of Cancer Diagnosis For Philadelphia Phillies Prospect

The baseball world is showing support for Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect Gabriel Barbosa following his Stage 3 colon cancer diagnosis. Barbosa is only 24 years old and received the devastating news right in the middle of chasing his big-league dreams.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2

Phillies slugger Bryce Harper’s ridiculous road trip has Philly dreaming of World Series

The Philadelphia Phillies are surging, and Bryce Harper is giving Philly another reason to dream about the World Series. The pairing is heating up at the perfect time, with the MLB Postseason race entering its most important stretch.

Bryce Harper News / Field Level Media / September 2

Phils dump D-backs, extend win streak behind Bryce Harper's 4 hits

Bryce Harper had four singles and an RBI, Jesus Luzardo continued his road dominance, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-1 on Tuesday in Phoenix for their sixth consecutive win.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 31