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Dave Dombrowski pushes back against Matt Strahm’s comments about fielding practice: ‘He didn’t do them, but we did them’

PHILADELPHIA — Phillies president Dave Dombrowski pushed back against the notion that his team did not do enough pitchers’ fielding practice leading up to the club’s National League Division Series loss that ended on a botched tapper back to the mound.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / October 5

2025 NLDS: Andy Pages, Matt Strahm Agree Stealing Signs Wasn’t Factor On Teoscar Hernández Home Run

Teoscar Hernández went from being the subject of criticism over what appeared to be another costly defensive lapse in right field, to providing a game-winning

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Phillies' Matt Strahm passes physical, guarantees 2026 option

Phillies left-hander Matt Strahm is now officially on the books for 2026. According to Matt Gelb of The Athletic, the southpaw has passed the requisite end-of-season physical to lock in a $7.5MM salary next year.

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

How many of the MLB pitchers to get at least 10 strikeouts in one World Series appearance can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

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?

Phillies' Jhoan Duran could face ex-club in matchup with Twins

Phillies activate key player for important stretch run

The 25 most unlikely World Series teams

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

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.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16

Matt Strahm Triggers Vesting Option

Phillies reliever Matt Strahm completed a perfect eighth inning for a hold tonight against the Dodgers. In the process, he crossed the 60-inning threshold and vested a $7.5MM option for the 2026 season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 25

Phillies' Jordan Romano's season goes from bad to worse in loss to Mets

The nightmare keeps getting worse for Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jordan Romano.

Phillies reveal timeline for Zack Wheeler’s recovery from blood clot issue

Mets pitching prospect closing in on major league debut

Pirates' Paul Skenes boasts historic numbers through first 50 starts

The 25 greatest designated hitters in MLB history

The 'Multiple five-hit MLB games since 2015' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Trio of players are closing in on vesting option provisions

The upcoming free agent class doesn’t feature a ton of players whose contracts contain vesting options.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 24

Stock up, stock down: Philadelphia Phillies

Who's on the up and who's on the down for Philly?

Mariners' Cal Raleigh garnering unexpected MVP supporters amid incredible season

James Wood ties Nationals record set by Bryce Harper, Juan Soto

Juan Soto discusses Mets' woes 'in big situations' after latest loss to Braves

Who has the best lineup in all of MLB? All 30 ranked

The '100+ strikeouts in the 2024 MLB season' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Phillies' Matt Strahm Claps Back at Fan Amid Callout for Recent Struggles

With the Philadelphia Phillies' bullpen in a precarious state, as players underperform and Jose Alvarado is suspended, any hiccup is heightened. After

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 17

Phillies' Matt Strahm Sends Three-Word Message Amid Orion Kerkerings First Save

The Philadelphia Phillies typically use various relievers in a closing role since Rob Thomson took over in 2022. With the team having a few issues in the bullpen in 2025, the team has been looking for a new closer.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Phillies' Matt Strahm Sends Four-Word Message Amid Jeff Hoffman Decision

The Philadelphia Phillies lost reliever Jeff Hoffman in the offseason to the Toronto Blue Jays. With the Phillies unwilling to match Hoffman's demands, the two sides split, leading Hoffman to sign with the Blue Jays.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 1

Phillies making significant rotation move

For the second time in as many months, the Phillies are pulling right-hander Taijuan Walker from their starting rotation.

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / May 19

Phillies' Matt Strahm Sends Three-Word Message Amid Criticism of Orion Kerkering

The Philadelphia Phillies had a very eventful Sunday. There was the 80-game suspension of Jose Alvarado, the dominating debut of former top-100 prospect Mick Abel, and the series sweep against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Amid all that happened on Sunday, Orion Kerkering's relief appearance was nearly swept under the radar.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Phillies All-Star Pitcher Changes Stance on Torpedo Bats

The Philadelphia Phillies have had a solid start to the 2025 season, going 3-1 and tying for first place in the NL East. While the torpedo bats have been the buzz around the league, Matt Strahm made it clear he's not a fan of the new bats.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 1

Star Phillies Reliever Shares His Fiery Take on New Torpedo Bats

Players, fans, analysts and managers all across Major League Baseball have either scrambled to give or been asked to share their take on the torpedo bat development that is sweeping the league.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Phillies All-Star Pitcher Passive Aggressively Slams New Torpedo Bats

A new sensation is quickly spreading across Major League Baseball: so-called "torpedo bats" designed to help hitters by placing the barrel of the bat where they most frequently make contact.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / March 24

Phillies LHP Matt Strahm sidelined with torn fingernail

Perhaps too eager to depart from spring training, Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Matt Strahm did not pitch in the team's Grapefruit League finale as expected Monday because of a finger injury that occurred while packing.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 21

Philadelphia Phillies' All-Star Reliever to Throw in Minor League Game

Philadelphia Phillies' reliever Matt Strahm will throw in a minor league game on Saturday as he works back from a shoulder issue. Matt Gelb of The Athletic had the information on social media: Matt Strahm (shoulder) will pitch in a minor-league game Saturday morning.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 19

Philadelphia Phillies All-Star Eyeing Opening Day After 'Pain-Free' Bullpen Session

The Philadelphia Phillies have had quite a few injuries pile up in recent days, between Max Kepler (back), Brandon Marsh (knee) and Matt Strahm (shoulder).

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Who Are Phillies' Options to Replace Injured Matt Strahm?

With just over a week to go before Opening Day, the Phillies have not decided on reliever Matt Strahm. The All-Star setup man has been dealing with shoulder discomfort in his throwing arm this spring and hasn't pitched in a game since March 5th.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 16

Phillies' Matt Strahm showing signs of progress in injury recovery

Phillies left-hander Matt Strahm was shut down for close to a week due to soreness in his throwing shoulder, but restarted his throwing progression.

Infamous scorebug returns during Pirates-Phillies game

Phillies preseason capsule: Window closing for aging veterans

The best MLB closers of all time

The 'Leadoff home run leader' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / September 10, 2024

Phillies Matt Strahm's unusual ‘yoga’ attire for bench-clearing altercation (PHOTO)

The Dude abides. Much like Jeff Bridges’ character in “The Big Lebowski,” Philadelphia Phillies reliever Matt Strahm, who looks like the iconic movie character, wanted everyone to chill after a bench-clearing altercation between the Fightin’ Phils and the Tampa Bay Rays in the eighth inning after Nick Castellanos got hit by reliever Edwin Uceta.