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The minor league season is winding down, which means the number of games left to make an impression on the big league organization is dwindling. Buffalo 10, Lehigh Valley 2 Alan Rangel, yeesh.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 11

Phillies Option Alan Rangel To Triple-A and Promote Top Prospect

The Philadelphia Phillies are making another change to their pitching staff ahead of the second game in their series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Alan Rangel is being optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley after pitching 2.2 innings in relief of Andrew Painter in the series opener against the Cardinals.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 10

Phillies Need Andrew Painter, Alan Rangel To Step up Against Cardinals

The Philadelphia Phillies have been playing a lot of baseball over the last few days, which has put interim manager Don Mattingly in a rough spot. They have played 10 games in 10 days.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / August 6

Phillies Pitcher Received Trade Interest Ahead of Deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies were very active ahead of the MLB trade deadline, completing four deals in an effort to upgrade the Major League roster for the stretch run of the season.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / July 20

Can the Phillies survive the summer with their current fifth starter plan?

It’s the topic of the day around the Phillies universe, considering we know how well the plan currently has been going. Alan Rangel currently is the fifth starter for the Phillies and has not performed well.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / July 20

Phillies news: Trea Turner, Alan Rangel, Mick Abel

The Dodgers are in town today, but Shohei Ohtani won’t pitch in the three game set. Seems like the Dodgers are playing coy with an injury here. On to the links.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / July 19

What can Phillies do about struggling fifth-starter spot?

PHILADELPHIA — Alan Rangel was one out — one pitch — away from a clean first inning as Bo Bichette battled in the batter’s box. After throwing three straight balls to the third hitter of the game, the right-hander fired seven consecutive strikes, with Bichette fouling off the last six.

MLB News / The Good Phight / July 19

Who was even watching?: Mets 6, Phillies 1

Let’s be honest, were you even watching this game? With the World Cup final on most of the pregame shows available today, you’d be forgiven for not paying much attention to what the Phillies did.

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 9

Loss to Reds Highlights Two Major Needs for Phillies

As the road trip continues for the Philadelphia Phillies with their home stadium getting prepared for the All-Star Game, the team has hit a bit of a snag so far away from home. After losing a series to the Kansas City Royals, the Phillies now find themselves facing a rubber game in their series against the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday evening.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / July 8

Phillies activate Brad Keller, bring back Alan Rangel in series of roster moves

Phillies setup man Brad Keller is returning to the club’s bullpen amid a series of roster moves. The right-hander was reinstated from the 15-day injured list ahead of Philadelphia’s matchup with the Reds on Wednesday at Great American Ball Park, the team announced.

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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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Phillies Set to Recall Left-Handed Reliever Following Roster Decision

The Philadelphia Phillies are set to make another roster move prior to the start of their series against the Kansas City Royals. On Thursday, the team announced that they have optioned right-handed starter Alan Rangel to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / July 3

Phillies Make Surprising Decision With Alan Rangel After Start Against Pirates

The Philadelphia Phillies made a major change with their starting rotation when they optioned Andrew Painter to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. He wasn’t giving the team much of a chance to win when he was taking the mound, which prompted a change to be made.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / July 1

Phillies won’t use opener in finale of Pirates series; Alan Rangel set to make first career start

PHILADELPHIA — Right-hander Alan Rangel will make his first career start on Thursday afternoon after eight career appearances in the big leagues and two turns through Philadelphia’s rotation since last week.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / June 27

Defense spoils solid Alan Rangel outing: ‘I was pretty upset about that play’

NEW YORK — Alan Rangel went back out for the sixth inning with a 2-0 lead and the top of the order due up. He had allowed only one hit and one walk in what was a solid outing against the New York Mets.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / June 24

Phillies news: Bryce Harper, Alan Rangel, Benny Montgomery

Usually, we eschew stories about other sports, but this is a pretty funny Phillies connection to be made. The Trail Blazers hired Micah Nori as their next head coach.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 23

Phillies Manager Offers Assessment on Alan Rangel’s Rotation Debut

The Philadelphia Phillies were defeated by the Washington Nationals in the first meeting of their three-game set, 4-1, on June 22nd. It was certainly not the outcome the Phillies were looking for after a victory over the New York Mets capped another series win over the weekend.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / June 23

Phillies get positive first look at pitcher in new rotation role despite loss to Nationals

WASHINGTON — After a downpour in the nation’s capital, a one-hour, 32-minute rain delay and an opening inning from reliever Tim Mayza, the Phillies finally got a look at their new fifth starter.

Philadelphia Phillies News / ESPN / June 22

Phillies recall RHP Rangel, reinstate LHP Backhus

The Phillies recalled right-hander Alan Rangel from Triple-A Lehigh Valley and reinstated left-hander Kyle Backhus from the 15-day injured list Monday.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 7

Can Phillies' Andrew Painter bounce back after dreadful start?

Painter has had a rough start to his major league career.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / June 7

Phillies on the Pharm: 6/7/2026

It wasn’t exactly the type of night to brag about the hitting prospects that are on the farm for the Phillies, while two injuries occurred that are both something the team is going to want to be careful with in the coming days.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / May 28

Why the Phillies’ best Triple-A starter has been pitching out of the bullpen in minors

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Alan Rangel has been the most consistent dealer in Triple-A Lehigh Valley’s rotation in 2026, posting a 3.26 ERA in 10 outings with seven starts.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 21

Phillies Make Pitching Staff Change Sending Seth Johnson To Triple-A

Not much has gone right for the Philadelphia Phillies in the early going of the 2026 MLB regular season. They are 8-14 entering play on April 21, already 7.5 games behind the Atlanta Braves, who swept the Phillies last week, in the National League East standings.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / November 19

2025 Phillies player review: Alan Rangel

The Phillies were no stranger to churn on the back of their roster, especially when it came to relievers. Throughout a season, due to injuries or ineffectiveness, you’ll usually get a revolving cast of names taking up the final spot or two in the bullpen.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 6, 2025

Phillies Recall Alan Rangel For MLB Debut

The Phillies announced that right-hander Alan Rangel has been recalled to the big league roster. He’ll be making his major league debut as soon as he gets into a game.

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