Philadelphia Phillies: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / 4 hours ago

The Phillies' Bullpen Will Have Two Aces Down the Stretch

The Philadelphia Phillies are entering the final stages of the season, clinging to their lead in the National League East. With the New York Mets trailing by less than three games, the Phils are poised for a playoff push as the dog days of summer wind down.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 5 hours ago

Phillies embark on 9-game road trip, starting at improving Rangers

The Philadelphia Phillies will try to strengthen their spot at the top of the National League East when they battle the improving Texas Rangers on Friday in the opener of a three-game interleague series in Arlington, Texas.

Harrison Bader News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / 6 hours ago

Harrison Bader Should be a Valuable Asset in the Postseason for the Phillies

When the Phillies acquired outfielder Harrison Bader from the Minnesota Twins at the trade deadline, they knew what they were getting. A great defensive player with a little bit of pop at the plate, the nine-year veteran helped add depth to an already talented lineup.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / 9 hours ago

Phillies Offensive Consistency Will Determine Team's Success Down Stretch

The Philadelphia Phillies had two main concerns to address heading into the MLB trade deadline: upgrade their outfield and find a closer. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski, as he has done so many times previously, stated what he wanted and then went out and got it.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 4 hours ago

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber slugging his way into NL MVP race

The National League MVP race is going to be highly contested over the remainder of the regular season, and there is a new contender starting to emerge in the discussion.

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MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / 10 hours ago

Former Phillies Top Prospect Already Making Huge Impact For Twins After Trade

The Philadelphia Phillies were one of the more active teams across baseball at the trade deadline last week including a massive splash that landed them a new closer for the next several years.

Aaron Nola News / MLB on ClutchPoints / 11 hours ago

Phillies rumors: When Aaron Nola is expected to return from injury

The Philadelphia Phillies still maintain a two and a half game lead over the New York Mets in the NL East. Maintaining that advantage is paramount, as it offers quite a few advantages once October rolls around.

Ranger Suarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / 22 hours ago

Ranger Suarez accused of ‘running out of gas’ by former Phillies pitcher

On Wednesday afternoon, Ranger Suárez’s post-All-Star break struggles continued, and now former Phillies pitcher Ricky Bottalico is sounding the alarm.

Dave Dombrowski News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 6

Dave Dombrowski Struck Again at MLB Trade Deadline To Put Phillies in Great Position

The Philadelphia Phillies knew that they had to address their bullpen and add some outfield depth ahead of the MLB trade deadline if they wanted to remain among the top contenders in the game.

Jose Alvarado News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 6

Phillies Reliever Apologizes as he Prepares to Return From Suspension

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado returned to action on Tuesday, following an 80-game suspension after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 6

Streaking Phillies pursue sweep of skidding Orioles

The Philadelphia Phillies are beginning to create a bit of separation in the National League East. The first-place Phillies will look for their fourth straight victory on Wednesday when they wrap up their home series with the Baltimore Orioles.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 5

Taijuan Walker, Phillies blank Orioles for third straight win

Taijuan Walker pitched six solid innings and Max Kepler hit a two-run homer as the host Philadelphia Phillies topped the Baltimore Orioles 5-0 on Tuesday.

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.

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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.

Jose Alvarado 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 / Total Apex Sports / August 5

Kyle Schwarber Stays Hot, Smashes Grand Slam For 40th Home Run Of the Season

Kyle Schwarber had a “hold my beer” moment in Philly last night. Harrison Bader might have been angling for a turn in the spotlight with his clutch three-run dinger in the sixth inning, but Schwarber decided the spotlight wasn’t big enough for the both of them.

Kyle Schwarber News / Fastball on SI / August 4

Kyle Schwarber Sets New Mark in Philadelphia Phillies History as Home Run Barrage Continues

The Philadelphia Phillies routed the Baltimore Orioles 13-3 on Monday night, moving to 64-48 in the process. The National League East leaders have clear designs on winning their first World Series title since 2008, and if they do, Kyle Schwarber will be a big reason why.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / August 6

Phillies' Rob Thomson announces Alec Bohm news

Alec Bohm has missed most of the second half.

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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.

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.

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