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Friday, March 27, 2026
4 Phillies who could emerge as trade chips with promising early performances in 2026

Let’s dive into a few players on the Phillies’ Opening Day roster that could be moved at the deadline if the right situation presents itself.

Thursday, March 26, 2026
At least on Opening Day, running it back wasn't so bad for the Phils

Usual suspects come through for Phillies in the season opener, with Kyle Schwarber and Alec Bohm blasts supporting another gem from Cristopher Sánchez.

Instant observations: Bohm, Schwarber bombs boost Phillies on Opening Day

In their Opening Day 5-2 win over the Rangers, they flexed the strengths that have made them contenders for half a decade now — dominating pitching and timely hitting.

Poll: Who Will Win The NL East?

With the first game of the 2026 season already in the rearview mirror, the offseason is now complete for MLB’s 30 teams. Until the playoffs begin, teams will be focused on a smaller goal: winning...

The Phillies Are 143 Years Old: Here’s Why History Matters

One hundred and forty-three years ago — a new MLB Franchise — the Philadelphia Phillies, played their first ever regular-season game in 1883. The […] The post The Phillies Are 143 Years Old:...

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Phillies subtly disrespect Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber in latest stadium upgrade

The Phillies had some new renovations done over the offseason to better Citizens Bank Park and their revamped New Era Team Store. Although it's exciting, the typos took away from the excitment of...

This Bryce Harper bold prediction will end Phillies offseason drama once and for all

Phillies' first baseman Bryce Harper had a down year in 2025, but a bold prediction is that he will finish in the top five NL MVP voting in 2026.

How to watch the Phillies on TV in 2026 with and without cable: Full streaming guide

With multiple channels and streaming services out there, this is how Phillies fans can catch every Phillies game this 2026 season.

3 Phillies Opening Day roster decisions that’ll look like mistakes by May

The Philadelphia Phillies announced their roster for Thursday’s Opening Day matchup against the Texas Rangers. Let’s dive into three roster inclusions that could turn out to be mistakes. 

Phillies expert predictions: World Series or bust

National baseball writers were not shy to share their thoughts. Here's a look at how some insiders and experts think the Phils will fare this year:

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Zack Wheeler’s accelerated return could trigger early rotation decisions for Phillies

Phillies' ace Zack Wheeler is still recovering from Thoracic outlet syndrome surgery but is progressing well. He's pushing for an April return, possibly shaking up the rotation earlier than expected.

Phillies add surprise infielder to 40-man roster while dropping Garrett Stubbs

The Phillies finalized their 40-man roster on Wednesday with a surprising addition of infielder Christian Cairo. Cairo had a clause in his contract forcing the Phillies hand and designating...

Phillies Select Christian Cairo, Designate Garrett Stubbs For Assignment

The Phillies announced they’ve selected outfielder Justin Crawford and infielder Christian Cairo onto the 40-man roster. Crawford will break camp as the everyday center fielder. Cairo will not be...

Phillies' ownership on removing Harry the Ks, outfield clock from ballpark: 'the cost of doing business'

Baseball stadiums are a little different.

Guardians' Rhys Hoskins decision might affirm Bryce Harper's anger with Phillies

It was reported this offseason that Bryce Harper had hoped the Philadelphia Phillies would bring back Rhys Hoskins. Now, Hoskins has made Cleveland’s opening day roster, reaffirming the fact that...

10 storylines to watch as the 2026 Phillies try again

Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, Trea Turner, and J.T. Realmuto are all still here, and still looking for the recipe that gets them a World Series.

MLBTR Podcast: The PCA and Sanchez Extensions, And Prospect Promotions And Reassignments

The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this...

Phillies' Opening Day opponent just added a familiar last-minute wrinkle to roster

Former Phillies fan favorite Andrew McCutchen is back in the big leagues after signing with the Texas Rangers.

2 Phillies whose stock rose the highest in complete 2026 WBC power rankings

Let’s dive into how each Phillies player performed at the WBC and take a look at whether their tournament showing raised or lowered their stock heading into the 2026 season. 

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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Predicting Garrett Stubbs' trade fate as Phillies' roster nears finality

Longtime backup and team mascot Garrett Stubbs has been squeezed out of the picture. Let’s take a look around the league at some other teams that could make use of Stubbs’ services if this is...

Another costly Braves injury could help clear path for Phillies' NL East title

The Phillies are poised to win another division title, but have some competition on their heels. After Spencer Strider going down, how worried should the Phillies really be about the Braves chances?

Phillies Extend Cristopher Sanchez

For the second time in less than two years, the Phillies have announced a contract extension with Cristopher Sanchez. The left-hander’s previous extension in June 2024 gave the team control over...

Bryce Harper might've found the missing ingredient to his Phillies rebirth

Phillies' first baseman Bryce Harper wants to return to his MVP form in 2026. Although there were some issues with his hitting approach last season, he's making an active change to walk more and...

Phillies, Oscar Mercado Agree To Minor League Deal

The Phillies are bringing veteran outfielder Oscar Mercado, who spent the 2025 season with their Triple-A club, back on a new minor league deal, MLBTR has learned. Mercado was with the D-backs...

Nationals Return Rule 5 Pick Griff McGarry To Phillies

March 24th: The Phillies announced that McGarry is back in the organization and has been assigned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. March 22nd: The Nationals announced today that they’ve designated...

Orion Kerkering sheds light on plan to move past Phillies postseason disaster

Orion Kerkering mentioned on The Phillies Show podcast what his plan is to move past his mistake in last year's NLDS playoff disaster

3 trade deadline moves Phillies must be eyeing after Cristopher Sánchez extension

Following the Phillies' extension with Cristopher Sánchez, which three trade deadline moves are the club eyeing to improve the roster?

Why Phillies fans must pay attention to the Andrew Painter fastball doomers

Andrew Painter's fastball has been a cause for concern since last year. Why should Phillies fans worry about his pitch?

Monday, March 23, 2026
Mets copying Phillies in strangest possible way will raise eyebrows

Phillies' 9-9-9 challenge has now been copied by the Mets as they debut their version during the regular season. Of all the things the Mets could have copied, it's the food they most wanted from...

Phillies odds and ends: Aidan Miller still off the field, Zack Wheeler throws

Aidan Miller's back issue is showing possible cause for concern, while Zack Wheeler is showing good signs of progress.

Phillies Discussion (3/23/2026)

The 2026 season is upon us.  The Phillies closed out their Grapefruit League schedule today and left for Philadelphia soon after.  Lehigh Valley has already left Clearwater flying out Sunday...

Phillies Shopping Garrett Stubbs

The Phillies are going to start the season with Rafael Marchán as J.T. Realmuto‘s backup catcher. That will squeeze out Garrett Stubbs. Marcus Hayes of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the...

Phillies’ Cristopher Sánchez extension affirms an all time trade fleece of Rays

The Philadelphia Phillies did right by pitcher Cristopher Sánchez on Sunday, signing their ace to a six-year, $107 million contract extension. With that in mind, it’s worth revisiting the stroke...

Phillies rotation is still underrated, boasts four Cy Young finalists

Seemingly every season since 2018, the Phillies have had a pitcher in the Cy Young conversation. In the last eight seasons, the Phillies have seen 12 pitchers receive votes as the best pitchers in...

Phillies' Sanchez, Luzardo extensions confirm Dave Dombrowski still has his fastball

Phillies' president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski hasn't had the greatest offseason ever, but his recent extensions of starters Jesús Luzardo and Cristopher Sánchez prove he still has...

Predicting the 2026 Phillies: Is Bryce Harper still elite? And is this team still World Series good?

The Phillies are back, younger in some areas and older in a lot of others. Where will it all take them this time?

2 Phillies top prospects who'll be begging for a call-up by May, 2 who will struggle

When the first round of cuts come around for the Phillies, who will get the call from Lehigh Valley?

Sunday, March 22, 2026
Phillies’ Daniel Robert Released From Hospital After Cardiac Event

Daniel Robert collapsed following a bullpen session this morning, after the Phillies right-hander suffered his second cardiac event in the last five months.  As the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Marcus...

There's a reason Phillies fans found rooting for Team USA in WBC so familiar

The slow descent of the American national team has closely mirrored that of the Philadelphia Phillies over the past few seasons, and in both cases the initial excitement that fans once felt has...

Phillies reliever suffers scary setback in return from cardiovascular event

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Daniel Robert collapsed in pain in the bullpen on Sunday at spring training.

Phillies acquire NL East rival Nationals' former top prospect in under-the-radar trade

The Phillies made an under the radar depth move Saturday afternoon, bringing in a forgotten top prospect that came up with a division rival in the process: Carter Kieboom.

Phillies strike last-minute surprise extension in attempt to stabilize their future

The Philadelphia Phillies made a pretty surprising move on Sunday by striking an extension with Cristopher Sanchez despite his contract status.

Phillies extend ace Cris Sánchez even further, through 2032 season

Don't even think about Cristopher Sánchez playing for another franchise.

3 out-of-options Phillies who aren't safe, 1 who's locked in as roster deadline looms

With the end of spring training just around the corner and Opening Day in less than a week, rosters around the league are starting to round into their final ini

Saturday, March 21, 2026
Phillies replace franchise icon Harry Kalas' bar with Citizens Bank Park downgrade

No more Harry the K's at Citizens Bank Park. The Phillies announced the Ghost Energy Deck for 2026. Harry the K's has been around since 2004.

NL East preview: The Phillies might not be alone in the division race

The Mets want to bounce back and spent big on Bo Bichette to do it, and the Braves can't be counted out if they stay healthy.

Final Phillies 2026 roster prediction ahead of Opening Day: Who survives final cuts?

MLB Opening Day is near. What will the Phillies' 2026 Opening Day roster look like? Here's a prediction of the roster

Friday, March 20, 2026
Phillies starting rotation is revealed, with a surprise

MLB announced that lefty Cristopher Sanchez will be the Phillies' Opening Day starter. He'll be followed by Aaron Nola, with rookie Andrew Painter round out the five.

J.T. Realmuto showing off new wrinkle to his defensive greatness at Phillies camp

Phillies' catcher J.T. Realmuto has had a perfect spring training so far when it comes to ABS challenges. Although he won't stay perfect through the regular season, the new skill will add more...

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