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As hot stove season continues to heat up, there have been a number of theoretical deals that could help both teams involved in them. One such deal, proposed by USA Today’s Bob Nightengale in his Sunday column, involves the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies. In this hypothetical deal, the Phillies would send third baseman Alec […]

As the Philadelphia Phillies look to breakthrough to the world series, the team has been active on the trade market. However, a pair of players don’t seem poised to leave Philadelphia anytime soon. Bryson Stott and Brandon Marsh are, “less available,” in trade talks, via Matt Gelb of The Athletic. The Phillies have been open […]

As the MLB Winter Meetings begin, most teams continue waiting for the team who wins the Juan Soto sweepstakes, which have started running hot as Soto has begun eliminating teams from his list. After all the drama, his new contract should set the market for high-profile free agents and set into motion trades for other […]

Dave Dombrowski finds himself at a crossroads this offseason, one that he knows well from his lengthy history as an executive in MLB. After building a championship-caliber roster that has reached the World Series and advanced to the playoffs three years in a row, the Philadelphia Phillies’ president of baseball operations is under great pressure […]

The Seattle Mariners had one of, if not the best starting rotations in Major League Baseball last season. It is no surprise that teams like the Philadelphia Phillies have been calling with trade proposals. The Phillies offered All-Star third baseman Alec Bohm to the Mariners in exchange for one of their top-two pitchers, Logan Gilbert […]

Pete Rose was one of the most iconic baseball stars in MLB history. Sadly, Rose passed away in September 2024. But before his death, Rose built an amazing car collection. Although he wasn’t eligible to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, Rose earned several accolades in the MLB, including three World Series Championships, […]

Jeff Hoffman is expected to be one of the most popular names in free agency this offseason. While Hoffman has been dominant out of the bullpen over the last two season with the Philadelphia Phillies, some teams have been considering signing him as a starting pitcher. Hoffman addressed his potential move away from the bullpen […]

It is looking more and more likely that the St. Louis Cardinals will trade third baseman Nolan Arenado this offseason. One potentially surprising destination for Arenado: the Philadelphia Phillies. Former Phillies catcher Erik Kratz explained why a potential Arenado trade could make sense for both the Cardinals and the Phillies on “Foul Territory” on Tuesday. […]

J.T. Realmuto’s wife is Alexis Taylor. Realmuto is arguably the best catcher in MLB today. Because of his brilliance, there’s no question that the Philadelphia Phillies will be a team to watch in the National League in 2025 in Realmuto’s final year of his contract with them. It’s worth noting that Realmuto is a three-time […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have been among the league’s best over the past three seasons, but thus far, it has not resulted in a World Series breakthrough. In fact, the Phillies have gone backwards since making the World Series in 2022, falling short in the NLCS and NLDS, respectively, in 2023 and 2024. Thus, they are […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have decided to non-tender outfielder Austin Hays, which will make the former All-Star and Gold Glove finalist a free agent. The decision comes just months after the Phillies acquired Hays in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles at the 2024 trade deadline. The Phillies gave up reliever Seranthony Domínguez and outfielder Cristian […]

The sweepstakes for superstar free agent Juan Soto may seem like a two-man race between the New York Yankees and the New York Mets. But, another team has emerged. The Philadelphia Phillies are one of six teams MLB insider Jon Heyman of the New York Post considers a true “contender” for Soto. “Owner John Middleton […]

Dave Dombrowski and the Philadelphia Phillies are gearing up for a busy offseason, with growing pressure to trade starting pitcher Taijuan Walker following a disappointing season plagued by injuries and inconsistent performances. Navigating this situation is challenging, as Walker is coming off the worst season of his career, posting a bloated 7.10 ERA and a […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are in a precarious position this offseason with closer Devin Williams. After declining his 2025 club option, all signs point towards the Brewers being open to trading Williams. Even though Williams is one of the best closers in baseball, the Brewers have a history of trading their star players as they approach […]

Alex Bregman could be leaving the Houston Astros in free agency. After nine seasons and two World Series titles, the third baseman is looking for a massive contract. There was even a report that he could move positions if he landed in the right spot. ESPN’s Jesse Rogers spoke with front-office executives, who believe the […]

New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto is the top free agent available this offseason — by a mile. So it’s no surprise that the list of teams interested in his services keeps growing. The Philadelphia Phillies, San Francisco Giants, and Tampa Bay Rays could all still meet with the free agent slugger, according to Mark […]

Every single team in Major League Baseaball will be trying to convince 22-year-old Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki to consider them this offseason. That includes the Philadelphia Phillies, who may have a disadvantage compared to most other teams in the Sasaki sweepstakes. Even though the Phillies will likely pursue Sasaki, is is unlikely that they would […]

One of the biggest storylines of the Major League Baseball offseason will be what the Chicago White Sox do with their ace, Garrett Crochet. After an incredible 2024 season, almost every team in baseball would love to have the opportunity to trade for a player like Crochet. Crochet was the subject of countless trade rumors […]

Top Philadelphia Phillies prospect Andrew Painter was pushing for a spot on the Opening Day roster before being forced to undergo Tommy John surgery in 2023. But now back healthy, Painter is once again showing why he is so heralded. Over his 15.2 innings in the Arizona Fall League, Painter held a 2.30 ERA – […]

The Philadelphia Phillies won the National League East and finished the 2024 season with the second-best record in baseball. Despite the successful campaign, the Phillies were bounced from the playoffs by the New York Mets in the NLDS. The early exit has forced the team to reevaluate its roster. The Phillies are considering a serious […]

Despite winning the National League East for the first time since 2011 and reaching the MLB postseason for the third year in a row, the Philadelphia Phillies are eyeing a shakeup, and that could mean trading slugger Alec Bohm. Bohm had the best season of his career at 28 years old, but the third baseman […]

Trea Turner’s net worth in 2024 is $40 million. Turner is a professional baseball player who currently plays for the Philadelphia Phillies. He is a three-time All-Star, All-MLB team member, a Silver Slugger winner and a World Series Champion. Here is a closer look at Trea Turner’s net worth in 2024. What is Trea Turner’s […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are naming Preston Mattingly the franchise’s new general manager, per MLB.com. Mattingly is the son of New York Yankees legend and coach Don Mattingly. Preston is getting the official title of Vice President and General Manager. The Phillies announced a series of front-office moves on Friday that also include promotions naming new […]

Following a historically-bad 2024 season, one would think that more changes would be in store for the Chicago White Sox. Perhaps, over the offseason, the White Sox will finally bite the bullet and pull the trigger on a Garrett Crochet trade, cashing in on his incredible 2024 campaign so they could add a few more […]

The Philadelphia Phillies fell short of their World Series goal in the 2024 postseason following an impressive regular season. Philadelphia is looking to maintain a competitive roster while adding some impactful pieces. The Phillies could look to make a trade, but the team will also likely consider their MLB free agency options. According to Jon […]

As the MLB offseason speculation heats up, one of the more intriguing discussions has been the potential repositioning of Philadelphia Phillies’ Bryce Harper back to the outfield. However, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, this move is “unlikely.” Harper, who has established himself as an outstanding first baseman, seems set to continue […]

The Philadelphia Phillies were one of the best teams in MLB during the 2024 season. Yet, the Phillies were dealt an early postseason exit.  How can they take the next step forward? What does this team need to do to win the World Series? Part of it simply comes down to execution. Philadelphia’s roster was […]

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a crushing playoff exit at the hands of the New York Mets in the NLDS, and club owner John Middleton wasn’t pleased. However, there were telltale signs of the Phillies’ issues weeks before that series. Middleton noticed Philadelphia’s undisciplined hitting in the second half of the regular season, via The Athletic’s […]

The Los Angeles Angels started the offseason with a bang, landing Jorge Soler in a trade with the Atlanta Braves. This time around, the Angels swung a deal with the Philadelphia Phillies. Los Angeles has acquired utility man Scott Kingery from Philadelphia for cash considerations, the team announced. Kingery has spent his entire five-year MLB […]

The Indiana Hoosiers football team is undefeated and hosting College GameDay this week. Their matchup with the Washington Huskies will bring the fans out to Bloomington and a superstar alumni as well. Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber will be the celebrity guest picker and sent a special message to Hoosier fans. 2x MLB ALL-STAR AND […]

In the often unpredictable world of Major League Baseball, managerial moves can shape the fortunes of a team just as profoundly as player transactions. Recently, an intriguing behind-the-scenes rumor surfaced regarding Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, revealing that the Philadelphia Phillies were seen as a major contender for his services before he re-signed with […]

As autumn settles in, Netflix welcomes subscribers with an array of exciting new content this weekend. October’s lineup grows even richer, showcasing both fresh releases and returning fan favorites. This weekend, Netflix adds nine new titles, including the highly anticipated series Happiness Is and the compelling documentary The Turnaround, per TheDecider. Viewers can also indulge […]

Despite winning the NL East, the Philadelphia Phillies were ousted from the postseason in the NLDS. Whit Merrifield thinks he figured out exactly what went wrong for the Phillies. Merrifield was a member of the team from Feb 19 to July 12. The utility player joked that his release played a role in Philadelphia’s demise, […]

The Philadelphia Phillies enjoyed a strong regular season. However, the Phillies were eliminated in the postseason after losing to the New York Mets in the National League Division series. Nevertheless, Phillies manager Rob Thomson has reportedly been rewarded with a contract extension, per Matt Gelb of The Athletic. “Phillies extended manager Rob Thomson’s contract by […]

The Philadelphia Phillies lost the NLDS to the Mets in four games. Their one postseason win was a walk-off from Nick Castellanos but their bullpen and lineup were not consistent. After a third straight season falling short in the playoffs, it may be time for the Phillies to make changes to keep their championship window […]

In a display that sent ripples of excitement through the Philadelphia Phillies organization, flame-throwing prospect Andrew Painter made a compelling return to the mound, showcasing his top-tier potential. After a long hiatus due to an elbow injury that sidelined him since Spring Training of 2023, Painter’s performance not only highlighted his recovery but also reaffirmed […]

As the ALCS and NLCS draw closer, teams around MLB have begun firing numerous members of their coaching staff. With the Philadelphia Phillies now ousted from the postseason, manager Rob Thompson could be the next to go. The Phillies have not yet determined the fate of Thompson or his staff, via Bob Nightengale of USA […]

It was a scene all too familiar to the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday night in New York as their 2024 season came to a crashing end against a rival in the New York Mets. The Phillies were favored to win the series and many believed they had the right roster to go all the way this […]

The New York Mets have eliminated the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 4 of their NLDS series, advancing to the National League Championship Series against the winner of the series between the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers. As of Wednesday, the Dodgers have forced a deciding Game 5 against the Padres in a dominating […]