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The Philadelphia Phillies labeled best fit for Cleveland Guardians three-time All-Star closer Emmanuel Clase to stabilize their struggling bullpen.
Despite the trepidation about the Phillies’ title odds, this group has outperformed expectations before in the postseason. Specifically, Bryce Harper, who has had a few seasons that have been largely injury-riddled, and followed them up with phenomenal playoff runs.
Philadelphia Phillies legend Ryan Howard broke down an interesting hypothetical Home Run Derby between himself and outfielder Kyle Schwarber.
Everything the Phillies have done this season, everything they will do in the second half, is framed around the World Series. They want to win it. They need to win it.
The Philadelphia Phillies' first-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft put together one of the greatest starts in college baseball history. In the College World Series. No hits allowed. And 19 batters struck out. At No. 26 overall, that right arm joined the Phillies.
The Philadelphia Phillies aren't ready to say goodbye to their star slugger quite yet as Kyle Schwarber's four-year, $79-million contract expires at the end of the season.
Kyle Schwarber made it clear to the Philadelphia Phillies the ball is in their court when it comes to extending him. There’s nothing left for him to prove, but if there was, going 3-for-3 in the home run swing off to help the NL defeat the AL in the All-Star Game is proof the Phillies aren’t even half as good without him.
Wood's no-hitter in the College World Series doesn't tell the whole story, but enough to know that he can handle heavy pitch counts, and with an energy that will endear itself to Philadelphia quickly.
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Sportsnaut on MSNFive Blockbuster Trades Phillies Should Make to Reach World SeriesAfter failing to adequately upgrade their roster over the offseason, the Philadelphia Phillies appear ready to go all-in at the