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On YouTubePhiladelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 12
The Notes: Three Singles and Kerkering’s Role 
The Phillies are now ten games up in the NL East and their magic number to clinch the division is down to seven. The outfield rotation is mostly working, the starting pitching staff has been stable post-Wheeler injury, and most of the bullpen is in good shape.
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.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2
Phillies’ new service dog Tugger becomes Internet star
The Philadelphia Phillies have a new furry friend. Tugger, the team’s new service-dog-to-be, made his debut during Wednesday’s doubleheader against the San Diego Padres.
The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?
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.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / June 6
Phillies Bullpen Sends Strong Message to Orion Kerkering Amid Early Struggles
The Philadelphia Phillies have had a bullpen issue all season long. It's mainly been apparent with the departure of Jeff Hoffman and Carlos Esteves, leaving Orion Kerkering and Jordan Romano as the only high-leverage right-handed relievers.
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 / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / April 30
Another Philadelphia Phillies Reliever Falters As Bullpen Struggles Continue
The bullpen has been a major issue for the Philadelphia Phillies all season long in 2025, and another key member of the group -- Orion Kerkering -- squandered a save opportunity on Tuesday night.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Will Phillies Orion Kerkering Keep Up Dominant Start to Career?
It's almost impossible for a rookie to feel like an All-Star snub, but Orion Kerkering found a way to do it for the Philadelphia Phillies. While his club sent an MLB high seven representatives (eight with a substitute) to Arlington last summer, he and his pre-break 1.26 ERA were not one of them.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / March 18
Philadelphia Phillies Breakout Reliever Showing Flashes of Elite Talent This Spring
The Philadelphia Phillies focused heavily on in-house development this offseason, with only a few key acquisitions via signing or trade, they leaned more into looking at their young talents and how they could improve them going into the 2025 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 17
Biggest concern for every National League team
Hope springs eternal for most MLB fans this time of year. But all teams have concerns — some massive, others relatively minor. Ahead of this week's start of spring training games, Yardbarker MLB writers identify the biggest concern for each National League team.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 11
Philadelphia Phillies Veteran Catcher Heaps Praise Rising Star Reliever
It's obvious the Philadelphia Phillies are in a win-now mindset given the condition of their roster. With a squad full of veterans, they have one of baseball's top teams and will contend for the World Series in 2025.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / January 5
Philadelphia Phillies Rising Star Reliever Must Have Breakout Season
One of the biggest strengths for the Philadelphia Phillies throughout the 2024 regular season was their bullpen. Manager Rob Thomson had a unique approach with his relievers, as there weren’t set roles.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / January 1
Young Relief Pitcher Set for Breakout Season for Philadelphia Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies entered the offseason looking to shake things up a bit. However, they have been fairly low-key so far this winter. After losing in the National League Division Series, the Phillies appeared like a team that could see some significant changes.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / January 3
Examining the Phillies’ closer situation in 2025
Who ultimately claims this role and finds success in it remains to be seen. Let's examine their cases.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 18
Relief Pitcher Named Best Philadelphia Phillies Player Under 25 Years Old
The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into the winter with the hopes that they will be able to improve the team after an early exit in the 2024 postseason. It was a slightly disappointing season for the Phillies considering the way that it ended, as this was a team that had all the tools to win it all this October.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 13
Philadelphia Phillies Relief Pitcher Orion Kerkering Named Top Rookie of 2024
The Philadelphia Phillies saw their season come to an end much sooner than expected in October, as they were upset in the National League Division Series against the New York Mets. Coming into fall, the Phillies were hoping to be World Series contenders, as their roster was very strong from top to bottom.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / September 19
Phillies Find Reliable Late-Game Option in Postseason Push
Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Orion Kerkering is becoming trustworthy in high-leverage situations. This season Kerkering has a 5-2 record with a 1.96 ERA and 70 strikeouts in 60 outings.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29, 2024
Phillies reportedly still exploring bullpen market
The Phillies landed arguably the best reliever on the market, but that hasn’t stopped the front office from continuing to search for bullpen help.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / April 14, 2024
Phillies reinstate Orion Kerkering (forearm) from IL
The Philadelphia Phillies returned right-hander Orion Kerkering from his rehab assignment with Single-A Clearwater on Sunday and reinstated him from the 15-day injured list.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / April 14, 2024
Young Phillies Reliever Set to Return From Injured List Sunday
Young Philadelphia Phillies reliever Orion Kerkering will return from the IL on Sunday. Kerkering began his official rookie campaign on the injured list with what the team described as a right forearm strain.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Last Word On Sports / March 19, 2024
The Phillies May Be Without A Key Reliever To Start The Season
Yesterday, it was reported that the Philadelphia Phillies may be without Orion Kerkering to start the season. March 1 was the last time Kerkering appeared in a spring training game.
Philadelphia Phillies News / LWOSports.com / February 28, 2024
Five under-the-radar X-factors for the Phillies in 2024
Fresh off a deep postseason run for the second consecutive season, the Philadelphia Phillies will look to take the next step and bring a championship back to the City of Brotherly Love for the first time since 2008.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / December 12, 2023
Kerkering Tops Phils Organizational All-Stars
Seven Philadelphia Phillies Top 30 prospects were among the organization’s All-Stars, as named by MLB.com. The site put together an All-Star team for each organization, regardless of where they are in the Phillies’ system.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 21, 2023
Phillies manager Rob Thomson's curious decisions doomed team in Game 4 implosion vs. Diamondbacks
Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson made a series of regrettable decisions/non-decisions which ultimately played a huge part in his team's Game 4 demise to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the NLCS.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 3, 2023
Phillies SP who threw no-hitter left off wild-card roster
The Philadelphia Phillies announced their National League wild-card playoff series roster on Tuesday morning. Starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen didn't make the cut.
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