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Phillies Hit With Grim Warning Ahead Of Do-Or-Die Dodgers Clash As Calls For Rob Thomson’s Firing Grow Louder

The situation surrounding the Phillies has reached a boiling point, and it is not just because the team is down 0-2 to the Dodgers. Media houses in Philadelphia have started to target the team’s management, specifically manager Rob Thomson, after he decided to have Bryson Stott bunt in Game 2.

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Can the powder blue uniforms save the Phillies?

Ideally, the Philadelphia Phillies would not be trailing the Los Angeles Dodgers 0-2 in the NLDS with the action about to shift to Dodger Stadium. Since the series is best of five, all the Dodgers need to do is win one more game to advance to the next round of the playoffs.

Bryce Harper News / Sporting News / October 8

Phillies' Bryce Harper opens up about major distraction amid Dodgers NLDS series struggles

Phillies star Bryce Harper has been going through all of the emotions after such a beautiful moment in life, but it could be holding him back in the playoffs.

Aaron Nola News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 8

Phillies Explain Controversial Choice to Start Aaron Nola in Game 3 vs. Dodgers

The Philadelphia Phillies came up short in each of the first two NLDS games at home, and as a result they now are fighting for their playoff lives on the road against the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Dodgers make bold decision on closer role for rest of postseason

If they beat the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday, they will advance to the National League Championship Series for the second time in two seasons.

Dodgers cruise to 2-0 NLDS lead after dominant outing by ace

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Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

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Phillies' Bryce Harper shows he understands Philadelphia, unlike Nick Castellanos

Bryce Harper downplayed the notion that it's hard to play in Philadelphia, countering Nick Castellanos' comments after Game 2 of the NLDS.

Nicholas Castellanos News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Phillies $100M Star’s Fan Backlash Blamed on Media Manipulation Ahead of Do-or-Die Dodgers Clash

Nick Castellanos’s recent comments created a storm on social media. He talked about how the energy in a stadium changes with momentum after a playoff loss.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 8

Trying to make sense of the Phillies’ NLDS plan for Ranger Suárez

Following another gut-punch loss in Game 2 of the NLDS that put the Phillies on the brink of elimination, manager Rob Thomson made the surprising announcement that Aaron Nola would start Game 3 with Philadelphia’s season on the line, not Ranger Suárez as was widely assumed.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 8

What do you think of tonight’s pitching plan?

Little about the NLDS has gone as expected for the Phillies. That includes the pitching plan. Cristopher Sánchez taking the ball for game one was no surprise, and Jesús Luzardo being named the game two starter over Ranger Suárez was not a huge shock.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / October 8

Beyond the Blueprint: The Winding Road of Sean Youngerman’s Baseball Dream

Baseball journeys are often imagined as straight lines. High school standouts commit to powerhouse Division I programs, shine on the national stage, and

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 8

Phillies Must Achieve Franchise First to Overcome Dodgers in NLDS

This is not where the Philadelphia Phillies hoped to be after two home games in their National League Division Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Down 2-0 and in Los Angeles, the Phillies must flip a switch, starting with Wednesday's Game 3.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / October 8

Phillies news: powder blues, Harrison Bader, Aaron Nola

Game three is tonight. Some of you reading this are dreading it, some might not have the time to watch, and the rest might even be a little excited to see what happens.

Aaron Nola News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 8

Aaron Nola Takes the Mound in a Win or Go Home Game

The Philadelphia Phillies finished with 96 wins in the regular season, the second most in baseball. Now it’s the playoffs and if the Phillies don’t win out, they’re going home.

Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / October 7

Rob Thomson’s Phillies Future in Jeopardy After Postseason Collapse Sparks Potential Major Shake-Up

The end of a baseball season is a tough time for managers. This year, the Giants fired Bob Melvin, the Twins let Rocco Baldelli go, and the Rangers and Bruce Bochy parted ways.

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Facing elimination, Phillies put ball in Aaron Nola's hands vs. Dodgers

LOS ANGELES -- Even with their flaws exposed, the Los Angeles Dodgers get their first chance to advance out of the National League Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies as the matchup shifts to the West Coast for Game 3 on Wednesday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 7

Phillies' postseason fate rests on their slumping sluggers

Down 0-2 in the best-of-five NLDS, the Philadelphia Phillies are on the ropes, outclassed by their fellow NL heavyweight Los Angeles Dodgers.

Phillies being let down by stars

Dodgers cruise to 2-0 NLDS lead after dominant outing by ace

Phillies postgame show got into shouting match after Game 2 loss

Dave Roberts names young ace as Dodgers' 'primary option' in save situations

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Harrison Bader News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 7

Will Phillies OF Harrison Bader play in Game 3 vs. Dodgers?

Harrison Bader’s brief cameo in the Philadelphia Phillies’ 4-3 Game 2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday came with some impact. After leaving Game 1 of the National League Division Series with a groin injury, manager Rob Thomson kept him out of the lineup for Game 2.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / October 7

Phillies Repeating Postseason Failures of 2023 and 2024

So far in the National League Division Series, the Philadelphia Phillies are repeating what led to their 2023 and 2024 postseason failures. This time, they trail the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-0 in the NLDS.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7

Phillies postgame show got into shouting match after Game 2 loss

The Philadelphia Phillies’ crushing loss on Monday pushed the team to the brink of elimination, and had the team’s postgame show at each other’s throats over some of manager Rob Thomson’s decisions late in the game.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 7

Phillies manager Rob Thompson’s honest Jesus Luzardo take after ace’s possible last 2025 start

The Philadelphia Phillies’ comeback bid fell short on Monday night as the Los Angeles Dodgers escaped with a 4-3 win to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-five National League Division Series.

Nicholas Castellanos News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 7

Phillies Nick Castellanos' Comments a Chilling Testimony of Team's Consistent Postseason Failures

Philadelphia's playoff atmosphere has been regarded as one of MLB's most feared environments, but the Phillies' recent performances have left Citizens Bank Park resembling a ghost town.

Roy Halladay News / Larry Brown Sports / October 6

Phillies honored Halladay’s playoff no-hitter anniversary in awesome way

Phillies honored Roy Halladay’s playoff no-hitter anniversary in awesome way

Monday marked the 15th anniversary of Roy Halladay’s playoff no-hitter against the Cincinnati Reds, and the Philadelphia Phillies had a very cool way of commemorating the date.

Harrison Bader News / Field Level Media / October 6

Phillies CF Harrison Bader (groin) out of lineup for Game 2

Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Harrison Bader was not in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday because of a groin injury.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Phillies Need Their Big Bats To Wake Up in Game 2

Highlights The Philadelphia Phillies’ 1-3 batters were shut down in Game 1, finishing a combined 1-for-11. NL batting crown winner Trea Turner and NL home run leader Kyle Schwarber went hitless in Game 1.

Harrison Bader News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Phillies’ NLDS Game 2 Plans After Bader Update

Highlights: MRI shows no major tear or strain; day-to-day with groin tightness Feeling better after treatment; status for Game 2 to be re-evaluated tomorrow If he sits: Brandon Marsh in center; Max Kepler and Nick Castellanos on the corners After losing Game 1 to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Philadelphia Phillies may have caught a break.

Harrison Bader News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 5

Phillies' Harrison Bader to undergo imaging for groin injury

The Phillies pulled outfielder Harrison Bader from Game 1 of the NLDS against the Dodgers tonight due to what was at first described by the team as hamstring tightness, but manager Rob Thomson later relayed to reporters (including Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic) that the issue was actually groin tightness.