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On YouTubeJose Alvarado News / The Good Phight / December 15
2025 Player Review: Jose Alvarado 
He was good. Then he was disappointing. Then he got hurt. One could also say that Alvarado’s injury was a major inflection point for the 2025 Phillies season and not really in the good way.
MLB News / The Good Phight / November 30
Which contract is better: Jose Alvarado or Ryan Helsley?
Ryan Helsley reportedly agreed to a two year, $28 million contract with the Orioles that includes an opt out after the first year. Earlier in the offseason, the Phillies picked up their option for the 2026 season on Jose Alvarado at $9 million, making him a free agent after the season has concluded.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / November 5
Phillies pick up option for reliever Jose Alvarado
Even though he missed nearly half of this past season due to an 80-game suspension for a positive performance-enhancing substance test, the Philadelphia Phillies exercised their option to retain reliever Jose Alvarado for the 2026 season Wednesday.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
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Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 27
Stay or Go: Should Phillies Bring Back Jose Alvarado?
The Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen took a major hit in 2025 when their flamethrowing lefthander was suspended for PED use and deemed ineligible to pitch in the postseason.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 26
Phillies Achilles' heel heading into the postseason
The biggest question surrounding the Philadelphia Phillies heading into the postseason is, what will be the problem that affects them this time?
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14
Phillies rumors: Bob Nightengale suggests cutting ties with Jose Alvarado
The Philadelphia Phillies will likely play October baseball this season, but one insider has already suggested one offseason move that could surprise some fans and pundits.
Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 13
Jose Alvarado’s season is over. Maybe his tenure is, too.
Jose Alvarado’s suspension was unfortunate for the Phillies. He had looked so good to begin the season, so dominant in his outings as he pushed for the team to guarantee his option for 2026.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12
Phillies’ Walker Buehler joining active roster as Jose Alvarado lands on IL
Fresh off a sweep of the second-place New York Mets, the Philadelphia Phillies are closing in on capturing the NL East. A division title would almost certainly lead to a first-round bye in the upcoming postseason bracket, as the Phillies are currently the NL’s second overall seed, behind the Milwaukee Brewers.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12
Phillies designate RHP for assignment to make room for Walker Buehler
The Phillies announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Walker Buehler and placed left-hander Jose Alvarado on the 15-day injured list, moves which were previously reported.
MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 19
Philadelphia Phillies Make Move That Could Spell Trouble For Seattle Mariners
The Seattle Mariners are attempting to find smooth ground on what has been a bumpy road trip entering Tuesday. The Mariners lost respective three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets, and lost 12-7 in Game 1 of a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Phillies' lefty reliever reinstated from 80-game PED suspension
The Phillies announced that left-hander Jose Alvarado has been reinstated from the restricted list.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / August 10
Multiple reinforcements are on their way for Phillies
The Phillies have taken hold of first place in the NL East, and some reinforcements are on the way that will try to help them secure the division title.
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.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / July 22
Phillies Get Important Jose Alvarado Update Amid Return to Bullpen
The Philadelphia Phillies bullpen has struggled a lot this season. Sitting with the eighth-worst ERA (4.25) after 100 games, the bullpen needs to undergo some changes before long.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 25
Phillies' Jose Alvarado Expected to Make Impact After 80-Game PED Suspension
The Philadelphia Phillies are in the market for bullpen help, especially after the struggles of their current players. But, one of the main reasons why the team is in more desperate need of a reliever is due to the suspension of Jose Alvarado.
Phillies Unheralded Reliever is Now Rising Star with Jose Alvarado Suspended
The Philadelphia Phillies bullpen has had its ups and downs throughout the 2025 MLB regular season. That is made made the news of Jose Alvarado being suspended for 80 games such a massive blow.
Former MLB Exec Shares How Phillies Should Handle Jose Alvarado's Future With Team
The Philadelphia Phillies received some brutal news recently when it was revealed that closer Jose Alvarado would not be available for the foreseeable future.
MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / May 20
Cardinals Closer Linked To Phillies After Jose Alvarado Suspension
The St. Louis Cardinals have found themselves back in contention after overcoming a dreadful start to the 2025 season. They started 14-19 and have since won 13 of their last 15 games, coming to within one game of first place in the National League Central.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / May 19
Rob Thomson dishes advice for Phillies bullpen after Jose Alvarado suspension
With the Philadelphia Phillies embarking on a seven-game road trip in the wake of reliever Jose Alvarado's 80-game suspension, manager Rob Thomson gave some simple advice to his bullpen.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Phillies Land Jose Alvarado Replacement in Trade Idea With Cardinals
With Jose Alvarado being suspended for 80 games and the entire postseason after failing a performance-enhancing drug test, the Philadelphia Phillies have to get a move on.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / May 19
Jose Alvarado suspended 80 games by MLB
Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jose Alvarado has been suspended for 80 games by Major League Baseball. MLB announced on Sunday that Alvarado has received an 80-game suspension for violating the league’s performance-enhancing drug policy.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / May 18
Jose Alvarado Suspended 80 Games for PED Usage
On Saturday, May 18, the Commissioner’s Office of the MLB announced that Phillies pitcher Jose Alvarado was suspended for 80 games because of PED usage.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / May 18
Phillies closer Jose Alvarado suspended 80 games
Philadelphia Phillies closer Jose Alvarado was suspended for 80 games by the MLB commissioner's office on Sunday after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18
Phillies reliever issued 80-game PED suspension
The stunning news leaves the Phillies without not just their closer, but one of the few reliable members of what has been an overall shaky bullpen.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30
Jose Alvarado’s gesture to young fan in viral video will melt hearts
In a heartwarming twist to an already unforgettable night at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado went beyond the game by turning a viral moment into a real-life memory for a young fan.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / April 8
Maybe It’s Been José Alvarado All Along
As the Philadelphia Phillies prepared to enter the 2025 season without a set closer, many wondered how manager Rob Thomson would handle the ninth inning.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 19, 2023
Watch: Phillies escape jam with 'improbable' double play
Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado escaped a late runners-on-the-corners situation with no outs on just three pitches in Game 3 of the NLCS against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 29, 2020
Phillies acquire Jose Alvarado from Rays in three-team trade
Alvarado made just nine relief appearances in 2020 due to injury. However, the 25-year-old owns a career 3.46 ERA with 161 strikeouts in 132.2 innings.
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