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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Dave Dombrowski on struggling lineup: ‘You really don’t have a No. 4 hitter at this time’

Dave Dombrowski spoke in Chicago amid the team's rough start to the season.

Skidding Phillies say skipper Rob Thomson not on hot seat

Despite an underwhelming 8-15 start and a current seven-game skid, Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson does not appear to be on the hot seat.,Pr

Phillies re-sign former Astros outfielder despite hamstring strain

Philadelphia clearly likes to have him as depth.

Phillies' struggles, Kyle Schwarber's brilliance have buried Bryce Harper's quiet resurgence

It's easy to get on Bryce Harper's case, but in fact, the Phillies star has been pretty solid in his first three weeks of games in 2026.

Concerned Dombrowski: Thomson not on hot seat

Dave Dombrowski is concerned about the Phillies' 8-15 start, but he said manager Rob Thomson is not on the hot seat despite the team's seven-game losing streak.

Latest Zack Wheeler injury update is best possible news for Phillies

This comes at the perfect time for Philadelphia.

Struggling Phillies to get ace Zack Wheeler back in rotation Saturday

Wheeler will be making his 2026 debut after undergoing thoracic outlet decompression surgery in the offseason

Phillies make international signing after trade with Dodgers allowed for flexibility

The Phillies used the extra international free agent pool money they acquired from the Dodgers in exchange for Griff McGarry to ink exciting South Korean pitcher Chan-Min Park on Tuesday. 

Alec Bohm's terrible start to 2026 is worst in Phillies history since 1920

The Phillies have never seen a hitter get off to such a bad start in the live ball era.

Phillies Dave Dombrowski is not 'pondering' firing his manager

The Philadelphia Phillies have lost seven straight games and questions are being asked on whether or not Rob Thomson's job is safe, which Dave Dombrowski poured cold water on.

Surging Cubs turn to Matthew Boyd vs. frustrated Phillies

Owners of the longest current winning streak in the majors, the Chicago Cubs will look to continue their dominant starting pitching when they face the

MLB roundup: Cubs score 7, win 7th straight as Phils' skid hits 7

Shota Imanaga tossed seven stellar innings, Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch each drove in two runs and the streaking Chicago Cubs posted a 7-4 victory

Cubs All-Star Boyd to return Wednesday vs. Phils

Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd, who has missed three weeks with a biceps strain, will start Wednesday against Philadelphia.

Phillies Re-Sign Pedro León To Minor League Deal

The Phillies re-signed outfielder Pedro León to a minor league contract, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. He’s back with Triple-A Lehigh Valley but no longer occupies a 40-man roster...

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
7 runs lead to 7th straight win for Cubs as Phillies' losing streak hits 7

Shota Imanaga tossed seven stellar innings, Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch each drove in two runs and the streaking Chicago Cubs posted a 7-4 victory

Phillies To Activate Zack Wheeler On Saturday

Zack Wheeler will start for the Phillies against the Braves on Saturday night, manager Rob Thomson told reporters (link via Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic). It’ll be his season debut after last...

Phillies' pitchers play with too much fire in seventh straight loss
Losing skid hits seven as floodgates open late in Chicago

CHICAGO — About three hours before Tuesday’s first pitch at Wrigley Field, it rained on the north side of Chicago — buckets, a downpour, for all of about 10 minutes, and then it stopped. It...

'I'm not worried about the hole': Dombrowski still confident in Phils
Phillies' Wheeler set for first start since August

Ace Zack Wheeler, out since last August, will return to the struggling Phillies rotation on Saturday in Atlanta.

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Injury updates: Zack Wheeler to return Saturday in Atlanta

Zack Wheeler will start in Atlanta on Saturday. (Photo by Cliff Welch/Icon Sportswire) Phillies Injury Updates RHP Zack Wheeler (right shoulder surgery) Status: On 15-day IL, returning Saturday...

Report: Phils ace Zack Wheeler to return Saturday vs. Braves

Phillies ace right-hander Zack Wheeler is reportedly set to make his debut Saturday against the Braves for his first start since being shut down last August.

Wheeler to return Saturday to bolster Phillies' struggling rotation
Wheeler to return Sunday to bolster Phillies' struggling rotation
Mike Trout's incredible surge should have Phillies fans dreaming of perfect trade again

Mike Trout is having a phenomenal star to the year, and that's making him the perfect fit for the Phillies' needs should he be made available.

Phillies' best newcomer has been Andrew Painter for strikeout reason

Andrew Painter has been the best new face for the Phillies this season.

Phillies sign 6-foot-3 Korean pitcher who 'can really spin it'

This is a move for the future for the Phillies.

Twins sign ex-Phillies, Dodgers 4.11 ERA reliever who was released by Mets

Minnesota is adding bullpen depth.

Phillies predicted to trade $10.2M former All-Star to Red Sox amid lackluster start to season

This move for the Phillies would make perfect sense.

Phillies' $10.2M All-Star in danger of being replaced by top prospect after horrid start to season

The Phillies won't waste much once this guy finally gets healthy.

Is Luzardo (7.94 ERA) about to turn a corner? The Phillies are counting on it
Jesús Luzardo looks to make small tweaks to fix rough start to season: ‘It’s not reinventing the wheel’

How can Jesús Luzardo get his season on track after four starts?

Mets getting the full breadth of Bo Bichette karma after Phillies betrayal

Bo Bichette's bad karma has infected the New York Mets as they lose 11 straight games, but the Philadelphia Phillies' own scuffles have prevented them from capitalizing.

MLB, Phillies unveil All-Star Week schedule in celebration of America’s semiquincentennial
Zack Wheeler's rehab quote highlights how delicate his Phillies return will be

Zack Wheeler's return to the Philadelphia Phillies is imminent, but by his own admission, it might be a while before he truly looks like his old self.

Ascending Cubs tap Shota Imanaga to face free-falling Phillies

Trending in opposite directions, the Chicago Cubs host the reeling Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday in the second contest of a four-game series.,After

Monday, April 20, 2026
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Cubs win 6th straight, send Phillies to 6th consecutive loss

Dansby Swanson hit a three-run homer, Colin Rea threw 6 2/3 quality innings and the Chicago Cubs posted a 5-1 victory over the visiting Philadelphia P

Nola's rough middle stretch extends trouble for Phils
Aaron Nola, struggling offense lowlights for Phillies in loss to Cubs

Aaron Nola's ERA increased to 5.06 after a five-run outing on Monday against the Cubs.

The Phillies had a fourth outfielder at Wrigley, although it had feathers
Rob Thomson's clueless quote after Braves' sweep of Phillies ignores his real job

The Philadelphia Phillies’ season-opening tailspin has put manager Rob Thomson firmly on the hotseat. The even-keeled Canadian put yet another nail in his coffin on Sunday night with a clueless...

Phillies predicted to put $10 million two-time All-Star, World Series champion on trade block after team's rough start to 2026 season

This guy could be one of the first of many to be sold at the deadline.

Phillies' World Series window might close with bad vibes start to 2026

This start is jeopardizing the World Series window for the Phillies in a big way.

Phillies prospect lands on Team of the Week
Phillies' season spiraling as run differential hits rock bottom

At least they're not in last place in the NL East.

Twins deliver worrisome Mick Abel news just as ex-Phillies top prospect was hitting groove

Former Phillies prospect Mick Abel will be sidelined with right elbow inflammation following a solid start to the 2026 season.

Is Rob Thomson already on the hot seat? Why Phillies manager's job security could be dependent on the fans

The Phillies have started the season with an inauspicious 8-13 record

Phillies All-Star Alec Bohm receives huge trade update after his ice cold streak to start 2026 season, Philadelphia's own bad start

Bohm's time in Philly could finally be over.

Bryson Stott’s change in walk-up song is perfect summation of Phillies’ current play

The Philadelphia are suffering a big setback after getting swept over the weekend. Stott's change in walk-up song is a summation of how this team has played over the last few weeks.

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