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The New York Mets are on the verge of a costly four-game sweep, and Francisco Lindor isn’t hiding from it. After a third straight loss to the Philadelphia Phillies, the veteran shortstop delivered a candid message about his performance and the team’s skid. As the NL Wild Card race tightens, Lindor’s remarks underscore the urgency […]

The New York Mets are reeling after a brutal three-game stretch against the Philadelphia Phillies, capped by an 11-3 loss on Wednesday night in Philadelphia. The setback deepened the team’s slide and put the Mets playoff hopes in serious jeopardy. Starter Clay Holmes faced postgame questions about the team’s struggles but offered no clear explanation. […]

The Philadelphia Phillies notched a major milestone Tuesday night in their 9-3 win over the New York Mets, as Kyle Schwarber launched his 50th home run of the 2025 season. It was a towering solo shot to right-center off reliever Justin Hagenman in the seventh inning—his career high and a historic feat that sparked a […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are well on their way to winning the NL East, as their lead over the New York Mets ballooned to nine games following their 9-3 win over them on Tuesday night. While it was a team effort that powered Philly to victory, one man stood tall as the biggest star of the […]

The Philadelphia Phillies (85-60) are a season-best 25 games above .500, but they still appear vulnerable with three weeks left until the playoffs begin. Two-time Cy Young runner-up Zack Wheeler is out for the rest of the campaign due to venous thoracic outlet syndrome. Trea Turner and Alec Bohm are both on the injured list […]

During Tuesday’s press conference, Vic Fangio, defensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles, chose not to talk about football, but about baseball. The coordinator praised the performance of Aaron Nola and the Philadelphia Phillies after the pitcher delivered his best outing of the year against the New York Mets. “Who woulda thought Nola would pitch that […]

In a matchup that could very well help settle the NL East, the Philadelphia Phillies are leading the New York Mets 7-2 at the moment. Tuesday night’s series opener could further extend the Phillies’ lead over the Mets in the division. If the current result holds, Philadelphia’s advantage will grow to nine games, with only […]

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola was effective Monday night as his club earned a hard-fought 1-0 win over the New York Mets. Catcher J.T. Realmuto was sure to give Nola his flowers after the contest. “That was really encouraging just seeing him pitch the way he has for so many years here,” Realmuto told […]

The Philadelphia Phillies were certainly feeling the Monday blues as they decided to place Trea Turner on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 1 hamstring strain. While Turner did dodge a major bullet considering that it was a worse hamstring strain that kept him out for six weeks, this is the last thing the […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are about to begin a four-game series against their division rival New York Mets, and they will do so short-handed. Phillies superstar Trea Turner left Sunday’s loss with a hamstring injury. On Monday, the Phillies placed Turner and third baseman Alec Bohm on the injured list, taking both players out of the […]

You can add the Philadelphia Phillies to the list of teams in on Munetaka Murakami if the Yakult Swallows post him this offseason, as they are expected to do. If true, as Phillies Tailgate reported on Monday, Philadelphia joins a host of other teams either expected to pursue him or named as a potential fit […]

The Philadelphia Phillies lost more than just a game on Sunday afternoon in Miami. Star shortstop Trea Turner exited in the seventh inning of a 5–4 defeat to the Marlins with a right hamstring strain, raising immediate concerns for a team eyeing a deep October run. Turner had just reached on a throwing error by […]

Currently seven games clear of the New York Mets, the Philadelphia Phillies hold a commanding lead over the NL East. The Phillies will likely hold that lead, especially considering their form as of late. Despite Sunday’s 5-4 series finale loss to the Miami Marlins, Philadelphia has still won seven out of its last ten games. […]

The Philadelphia Phillies look to be peaking at the right time, winners of three straight games and sitting with an impressive record of 83-59 ahead of Sunday afternoon’s series finale vs the NL East rival Miami Marlins. Philadelphia is hoping that this postseason, things will go a bit differently than last year, when they flamed […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have been rolling right along as the 2025 regular season nears its conclusion, currently sitting at 83-59 and winners of three straight games ahead of Sunday afternoon’s series finale vs the Miami Marlins. The Phillies looked poised to win their second straight NL East division title, and are hoping that this year’s […]

The Miami Marlins couldn’t cross the finish line, losing 4-2 against the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday at Citizens Bank Park. However, Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara kept the Phillies chasing shadows on the mound and added his name to the franchise record books while at it. Alcantara threw six strong innings, climbing past 900 career strikeouts […]

Bryce Harper took the field for the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday with a heavy heart. Harper and the baseball world mourned the death of Davey Johnson. The legendary manager, who led the New York Mets to a World Series title in 1986, passed away at the age of 82 on Friday. Johnson was the first […]

When it comes to the Philadelphia Phillies, for every Kyle Schwarber, there is a Trea Turner. The shortstop is putting up some solid numbers this year. However, his contributions have gone under the radar. Nevertheless, Turner is on pace to finish the season with some notable stats, per Buster Olney of ESPN. Altogether, Turner is […]

Watching an MLB game is a common pastime for parent and son in the United States of America. After all, baseball is not called “America’s Pastime” for nothing. But on Friday, during the Philadelphia Phillies’ 9-3 win over the Miami Marlins on the road, the experience of a father and son was sullied by a […]

The Milwaukee Brewers ace, Freddy Peralta, achieved another historic milestone Thursday afternoon in a 2-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at American Family Field. Peralta pitched five scoreless innings against Philadelphia, raising his consecutive scoreless innings streak to 29, the second-longest in franchise history for a starting pitcher. He surpassed Moose Haas’ previous mark of […]

The Philadelphia Phillies (81-59) are focused on cutting into the Milwaukee Brewers’ lead for first place in the National League standings, but they are also making sure to acknowledge a fellow Philly franchise on Thursday. Two-time MVP Bryce Harper wore Kelly green cleats in a 2-0 series-clinching win against the Brew Crew, via Talkin’ Baseball, […]

This winter, Kyle Tucker’s free agency is shaping up to be the storyline, and the comps getting tossed around tell you why. Evaluators see a star in his prime who hits, runs and defends at an elite level, with one prominent comparison pointing to Mookie Betts — not because their games are identical, but because […]

While the Boston Red Sox are focused on potentially making the playoffs this year, rumors are already surrounding the organization for what could happen in the offseason. Alex Bregman, who has been a huge addition to the roster this season, could be available as a free agent if he chooses to opt out of his […]

Philadelphia Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber is in the hunt for the NL MVP. Approaching 33 years old, he is very much in his prime. After this year, Schwarber will become a free agent. Given his success, Schwarber could be eligible for a $100 million contract. Nevertheless, his future remains uncertain and his market value will […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are one of the best teams in baseball, but the news has not been all good. Unfortunately, the Phillies lost Zach Wheeler for the season due to blood clots, which puts a hole in their elite rotation. The Phillies’ World Series hopes could be in danger. Moreover, there could be another Phillies […]

Milwaukee Brewers fans are on edge despite the team’s win over the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday. Christian Yelich was scratched from the lineup due to a sore back. It’s a dreaded update for the Brewers faithful after Yelich underwent season-ending back surgery last year. The former MVP has been dealing with pain in his back since […]

The MVP race on both sides of Major League Baseball have been exciting. Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh continue to fight for the award in the American League. However, the National League race has seen two players enter the conversation in the second half of the season. Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber and New […]

When it comes to trade deadline acquisitions, few have been as instantly impactful as Harrison Bader, the former Minnesota Twins outfielder who is playing a major role for the Philadelphia Phillies. Need proof? Look no further than Philly’s 10-8 win over the Milwaukee Brewers, where, after picking up two RBIs earlier in the game, Bader […]

After getting swept by the New York Mets, the Philadelphia Phillies responded by winning three of four games against the Atlanta Braves. The NL East-leading Phillies have World Series aspirations, but the team’s starters are under increased pressure following Zack Wheeler’s season-ending surgery. Stil,l Philadelphia took some positive momentum into a three-game series against the […]

The MLB season continues to deliver milestones, and this time it’s the shortstops stealing the spotlight. Blue Jays star Bo Bichette, Mets standout Francisco Lindor, and Phillies slugger Trea Turner have each recorded at least 40 hits, 20 runs, and 15 RBIs this month. This rare display of consistency and production places the trio in […]

The Boston Red Sox recently released pitcher Walker Buehler, but it hasn’t taken long for him to find a new home. The Philadelphia Phillies are signing Buehler, per ESPN. Philadelphia is picking up the hurler as it pushes forward to the postseason. Buehler will be eligible to pitch for the Phillies in the postseason, Jeff […]

The Philadelphia Phillies got the better of the Atlanta Braves again on Saturday as Trea Turner delivered a walk-off, two-run single in extra innings. Nick Castellanos scored the winning run from second base as Philadelphia got its third straight victory over Atlanta in dramatic fashion. But after Castellanos was frustrated with being removed from Friday’s […]

The Philadelphia Phillies scored another win at the expense of the Atlanta Braves in epic fashion at Citizens Bank Park. On Saturday night, Trea Turner played the role of the hero for Philly, as he ended the game with a walk-off single in the 10th inning, giving Philadelphia a 3-2 victory. The Phillies entered the […]

Nick Castellanos has been an important piece of the Philadelphia Phillies roster ever since the team acquired him in free agency prior to the start of the 2022 season. Castellanos has given the Phillies many memorable moments in the postseason, coming up with one huge hit after another. But he’s never been a positive defender, […]

Nick Castellanos wasn’t invited to the Philadelphia Phillies home run party in the series opener against the Atlanta Braves. The Phillies started with a three-homer inning in the first and finished with a franchise record-tying seven bombs. Kyle Schwarber added four homers on his own in an offensive eruption. But following the wild 19-4 victory, […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are arguably the hottest teams in baseball right now. Kyle Schwarber’s historic performance was the centerpiece of a 19-4 win against the Atlanta Braves. One day later, Bryce Harper led his team in a different kind of competition, deciding the team’s fantasy football draft order. What better sport to use to make […]

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber turned Thursday night into one of the most unforgettable days of his career. First, he smashed four home runs against the Atlanta Braves, tying the Major League Baseball record for most in a single game. Then, less than an hour later, he stepped back onto the Citizens Bank Park field […]

Take a bow, Kyle Schwarber! Considered as one of the best power hitters of his generation, the Philadelphia Phillies star was on fire during their game against division rivals Atlanta Braves on Thursday. Schwarber can be relied on to hit a home run at least once in a series. Against the Braves, the star DH […]

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber enjoyed a momentous Thursday night as he cranked four home runs in the team’s 19-4 rout of the Atlanta Braves. He became just the 21st player in Major League Baseball history to complete such a feat, but teammate Trea Turner did not think a fifth long ball was imminent. According […]