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How to watch Phillies-Cardinals weekend series with potential playoff ramifications
When the Phillies and Cardinals met last week, Philadelphia had fallen out of playoff position and was struggling to right the ship with an exhausted bullpen. Now, just a week later, the Phillies are the hottest they’ve been all season, rising through the Wild Card standings and even making gains in the National League East. […]
Bryce Harper’s extreme approach change is helping him get on base at a ridiculous rate of late
In going 1-for-3 with a walk in Wednesday’s 4-1 Phillies win against the Marlins, Bryce Harper continued one of the most patient months of his career. The two-time NL MVP’s August on-base percentage is .518 – on pace to be the highest single-month OBP of his career — while his walk rate is 30.1 percent. […]
Phillies Nation Top 15 Phillies Prospects: Post-Trade Deadline 2026
The Phillies were buyers at the Aug. 3 trade deadline, adding three-time batting champion Luis Arraez and relievers Caleb Kilian and Brooks Raley. Those big-league players, of course, cost prospects. Philadelphia sent minor leaguers Luke Gabrysh and John Spikerman to the Mets to acquire Raley. It took breakout starting pitcher Ramon Marquez and reliever Mary […]
Phillies claim depth reliever off waivers from Diamondbacks; IronPigs’ Felix Reyes placed on 60-day IL with broken wrist
The Phillies added an extra reliever to their organization on Thursday afternoon, claiming right-hander Andrew Hoffmann off waivers from the Diamondbacks. He was optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, the club announced. To make room on the 40-man roster, IronPigs slugger Felix Reyes, who played 12 games for the Phillies in April and May, was recalled […]
What can Nestor Cortes bring to Phillies? Former Yankees teammate likes addition of ‘master’ in ‘messing with hitters’ timing’
PHILADELPHIA — While the Phillies made their signing of free-agent pitcher Nestor Cortes official shortly after their 4-1 win over the Marlins at Citizens Bank Park to complete a series sweep over their National League East opponents, interim manager Don Mattingly did not seem to have too much certainty on Wednesday night about how the […]
Phillies inch closer to Braves in standings after Aaron Nola’s gem
Aaron Nola tossed seven innings for the second time this season on Wednesday, helping the Phillies close the gap on the Braves' NL East lead.
Phillies notes: ‘Nasty Nestor,’ a rookie reliever and Don Mattingly’s thoughts on a potential six-man rotation
PHILADELPHIA — The reports swirled on Wednesday morning that the Phillies had an agreement with left-hander Nestor Cortes, a former All-Star with the Yankees who has not pitched this season after undergoing arm surgery last October. It will be a big-league deal, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. “Nasty Nestor?” Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly […]
Phillies to sign former Yankees starting pitcher to big-league deal, report says
Former Yankees starter Nestor Cortes will join the Phillies organization down the stretch, according to a report. The veteran left-hander will sign a big-league deal with Philadelphia, Robert Murray of FanSided reported Wednesday. MassLive’s Chris Cotillo first reported that Cortes and the Phillies were in discussions. The 31-year-old Cortes has not pitched this season after […]
New Phillies reliever records first save in three years with closer Jhoan Duran unavailable out of bullpen
PHILADELPHIA — The announced crowd of 39,237 at Citizens Bank Park erupted for a split second when the lights went out before a moment of confused silence took over. For the last calendar year, Phillies fans have gotten quite used to the new tradition. When the club holds a lead in the ninth inning, the […]
Bohm and Stott stay scorching hot as Phillies secure series over Marlins
The Phillies’ current hot stretch, in which they’ve won seven of nine and repositioned themselves as the second National League Wild Card team, has been driven by a rejuvenated offense. Luis Arraez rediscovering his groove, which included three more hits on Tuesday night, has helped, as has Bryce Harper walking 16 times in those nine […]
Phillies notes: A rare free pass in front of Bryce Harper pays off, and injury updates
PHILADELPHIA — Marlins manager Clayton McCullough gave the four-finger signal in the bottom of the sixth on Monday night, sending Trea Turner to first base with a man already on second. Left-hander John King had allowed two runs in the inning, and Miami did not want him to face the right-handed hitter with two outs […]
Phillies hold on for win after controversial replay review keeps extra Marlins run off board
PHILADELPHIA — Marlins manager Clayton McCullough walked onto the field with his arms outstretched and was thrown out by third-base umpire Todd Tichenor for arguing after a replay review. McCullough had actually won his challenge after first-base umpire Shane Livensparger had incorrectly called a bases-loaded line-drive to right field off the bat of Javier Sanoja […]
Journeyman pitcher gets back on track after pair of rough Triple-A outings following big-league stint with Phillies
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Several offensive players made statement performances in Triple-A Lehigh Valley’s monstrous 13-1 Friday night victory over Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Tommy Pham went 3-for-4 at the plate with a sixth-inning grand slam to break the game open. Dylan Moore doubled three times. Carter Kieboom and Robert Moore each homered. For right-handed starting pitcher Brian Keller, […]
How to watch Phillies-Marlins series with both teams in National League Wild Card race
The Phillies are returning home to Citizens Bank Park on Monday as they begin a six-game homestand with three against the Miami Marlins. It is the last time the Phillies and Marlins will meet this season. The two division rivals enter this final matchup surprisingly close to each other in the standings. The Phillies (67-58) […]
Alec Bohm’s big day helps Phillies rally to sweep Twins
Alec Bohm's strong second half continued in the Phillies' win over the Twins on Sunday.
Trea Turner exits early, Alec Bohm racks up career-high five hits in Phillies’ blowout win
Phillies shortstop Trea Turner exited the club’s blowout win on Saturday night after fouling a ball off his knee area. Facing Twins left-hander A.J. Minter in the top of the eighth inning at Target Field, Turner fouled a cutter down into his right leg. He stood up and talked to a trainer and Phillies interim […]
Newest Triple-A outfielder acquired in Seth Johnson deal talks eerie trade call, mental progression since college days
ALLENTOWN, Pa, — Colby Thomas was in the middle of the desert when he found out he was being traded to the Phillies. He was four hours into his eight hour drive from Sacramento to Las Vegas when Major League Baseball’s trade deadline was approaching. While Thomas — an outfielder in the Athletics’ organization — […]
Field of Dreams Game a well-timed newest chapter in the Phillies’ long lineup of MLB Jewel Events
The Phillies' trip to the Field of Dreams for another Jewel Event may have come at the right time.
Phillies sign veteran starter to minor-league deal; Rafael Marchán looks solid in return to field
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Phillies backup catcher Rafael Marchán began his rehab assignment for Triple-A Lehigh Valley Thursday night, catching five innings against Scranton in the 5-1 loss. He went 1-for-2 with a base hit at the No. 2 spot in the IronPigs’ lineup and went 2-for-2 on ABS challenges behind the dish. In the DH […]
Bryson Stott and Brandon Marsh are having very interesting seasons
Bryson Stott and Brandon Marsh will be important to the Phillies during the stretch run.
Heaven? Iowa is more than fine for Schwarber, Nola and victorious Phillies at Field of Dreams: ‘Once in a lifetime’
Kyle Schwarber and Aaron Nola led the way in a dream-like win at Dyersville's "Field of Dreams."
From early ‘catch’ memories to managing together, ‘Field of Dreams’ gives Phillies another chance to recognize fathers and sons
DYERSVILLE, Iowa — Yes, ”Field of Dreams” is a movie about baseball. It is about a cornfield and an ambitious project. It is, tangentially, about the 1919 Chicago Black Sox. But more than anything, “Field of Dreams” is about a father and a son. Ray Kinsella, the main character played by Kevin Costner, builds the field […]
Phillies add recently acquired outfielder to roster for Field of Dreams game
If you build it, Kameron Misner will come. The Phillies added the recently acquired outfielder to their big-league roster ahead of Thursday night’s Field of Dreams game in Iowa, the club announced. Misner will serve as the 27th man that Philadelphia is allowed to carry for the neutral-site matchup against the Minnesota Twins. Misner, 28, […]
How to watch Phillies-Twins Field of Dreams game with no TV broadcast
The Phillies would probably prefer some Angels in the Outfield to save them from their second-half struggles. But instead, they’ll have to settle for the Field of Dreams, where they will take on the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night, broadcast exclusively on Netflix. The two teams will play a regular-season game in Dyersville, Iowa, adjacent […]
Phillies lose back-to-back starts from aces Wheeler, Sánchez for first time this season
For the first time this season, the Phillies have lost back-to-back starts with their two aces, Cristopher Sánchez and Zack Wheeler, on the mound. The Phillies dropped Tuesday’s game against the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 with Sánchez pitching and lost 7-1 in the Wednesday finale with Wheeler on the mound. The Phillies did not get […]
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