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Grading every MLB team's top prospect as the minor-league season comes to a close
With the MiLB season nearing a close, we graded every top-ranked MLB prospect, from Jesus Made of the Brewers to George Lombard Jr. of the Yankees. Some future stars have work to do.News

Phillies sign Jesús Luzardo replacement for stretch run, add trade deadline arm to 60-Day IL
The Phillies have found their Jesus Luzardo replacement, claiming Jose Urquidy off waivers with the expectation that he'll handle a few starts down the stretch.
Why Rafael Marchan should be the Phillies' playoff backup catcher over Garrett Stubbs
Though both Garrett Stubbs and Rafael Marchán are struggling at the plate this year, the latter has opened up a sizable gap in defensive value that should earn him a spot on the Phillies' postseason roster.
4 Phillies most crucial to staving off September collapse following Jesus Luzardo's injury
Following Jesus Luzardo's injury, the Phillies must ask more of their roster. There's no more help on the way.
Phillies fans' scoreboard watching guide after Marlins did them a late Wild Card favor
The Phillies are locked in a fierce fight to earn one of three National League Wild Card spots over the final two weeks of the regular season.Rumors




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Zack Wheeler's start vs. Nationals just became crucial in determining Phillies' playoff hopes
Zack Wheeler has come a long way from his severe injury last year. It looked like he would be the club's third option in the postseason, but with how things are going, his outing against the Nationals could be the determining factor for Game 1.
Phillies' Jonathan Bowlan trade just got cemented as a win despite roller coaster week
The Philadelphia Phillies trade of Matt Strahm for Jonathan Bowlan was already a steal, and looks even better after Strahm's latest injury update.
Power ranking potential Phillies playoff opponents, from most to least fearsome
Looking ahead to the Philadelphia Phillies potential playoff opponents there is a clear hierarchy of the level of fear each team strikes in our hearts.
Why Alec Bohm's hot streak makes much more sense than his doubters realize
Alec Bohm's recent Phillies hot streak isn't all that surprising.
Phillies’ Jesus Luzardo Injured List decision puts 2026 season suddenly at risk
Jesús Luzardo is likely to miss the rest of the regular season following a shoulder injury, putting the onus on the rest of the Phillies roster to hold down the fort until October arrives.
3 relievers we wish Phillies would've traded for instead of Brooks Raley
The Philadelphia Phillies may regret trading for Brooks Raley. Considering there were other viable options, the team missed a prime opportunity to bolster the roster.
The case for shutting down Phillies' Jesús Luzardo until the playoffs begin
Luzardo just threw one of the best games in baseball this year, then got scratched with shoulder inflammation. With the division slipping away, here's why Philadelphia should stop chasing a few empty regular-season starts and protect him for October.
Phillies Magic Number after Braves series muddied their clinch possibilities
Sunday’s win, combined with losses from other contending teams, lowered the Phillies’ magic number for a postseason spot down to just nine games on Monday, with 12 left to play.
Ranking Phillies’ biggest trouble spots ahead of the start of MLB playoffs
Let’s dive into what the Phillies' weaknesses are and how, if at all, they can overcome them.
Phillies' ideal playoff lineup, offense as Don Mattingly plans last-minute tweaks
With the playoff push officially here, it'll be nice to sit and hypothesize which Phillies will make the Postseason roster.
Phillies used Jhoan Duran vs. Astros in the one spot that makes him uncomfortable
The Phillies dropped two of three against the Houston Astros after Jhoan Duran surrendered the lead in Thursday's series finale.
Phillies follow gut-punch loss to Braves with Jesús Luzardo injury double whammy
The Phillies followed a heartbreaking loss with even worse news: skyrocketing lefty Jesús Luzardo will be scratched from Saturday’s start.
Aaron Nola’s resurgence should lead Phillies to make drastic playoff lineup change
Some of the credit for Aaron Nola's turnaround is owed to personal catcher Garrett Stubbs, which should have the Phillies considering swapping him in for stalwart J.T. Realmuto in Nola’s playoff starts.
The weapon that helped revive the prime of Phillies veteran Tim Mayza
Tim Mayza's sinker has become one of MLB's most devastating pitches. It's a remarkable development for the 34-year-old journeyman.

