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MLB Power Rankings: A Red Sox revival shakes up the AL as we hit the All-Star break
With the trade deadline now just weeks away, who's heading in the right — and wrong — direction?News

Netflix, T-Mobile HR Derby conspiracies have Kyle Schwarber loss hitting hard for Phillies fans
The 2026 Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park was tons of fun. The Philly crowd was loud at every turn, whether it was cheering hometown heroes Kyle Schwarber a
Phillies’ Zack Wheeler was wrong to spurn MLB’s All-Star Game olive branch
The league attempted to save face with a last-minute offer to make Zack Wheeler part of the All-Star festivities, but he turned his nose up at the very thing he wanted all along.
Phillies fans found something they hated more than Mets, Braves during Kyle Schwarber Home Run Derby
Anything that stood in Kyle Schwarber's way was booed by Philadelphia Phillies fans mercilessly during the Home Run Derby.
Bryce Harper quote hints how ready he is to win Home Run Derby for Phillies
After years of Phillies fans hoping and pleading that they could see fan favorite Bryce Harper return to the Home Run Derby, they've been satisfied.Rumors




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Timing of brilliant Phillies extension, Jesús Luzardo All-Star nod couldn't be better
The Phillies locked up left-hander Jesús Luzardo to a massive contract extension before the 2026 regular season. They took a gamble on a powerful arm and were rewarded after Luzardo was named as a first-time All-Star.
Phillies’ Andrew Painter’s most recent blow-up torches hopes of helping any time soon
His most recent start in Triple-A was a tough reminder that regardless of how things turn out, Andrew Painter is not going to be helping the Phillies anytime soon.
Phillies' offseason bullpen heist from Royals is looking like an all-time steal
The Philadelphia Phillies' decision to trade Matt Strahm over the offseason wasn't terribly popular, but they've been rewarded with a breakout season rom Jonathan Bowlan.
Instant grades for the Phillies' first day draft haul (and 1 steal) in 2026 MLB Draft
Tyler Spangler fits the Phillies' blueprint perfectly. Ruger Riojas might be the steal of the day. And Caden Bogenpohl? The jury is firmly out. Here's an honest grade for all five Philadelphia picks on Day 1.
Zack Wheeler just embarrassed MLB with response to last-ditch All-Star effort
Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler turned down a late All-Star replacement invite after feeling disrespected as a fifth option.
Phillies draft Stanford commit with Colson Montgomery comp in All-Star weekend splash
The Philadelphia Phillies select high school shortstop Tyler Spangler with 36th overall MLB Draft choice.
Baseball America’s latest farm system rankings paint bleak picture of Phillies’ future
Despite all the lip service Dave Dombrowski's paid to keeping the Phillies competitive for years to come, Baseball America’s most recent farm system rankings paint a pretty ugly picture for the future of the franchise.
Don Mattingly throws intriguing wrench in Phillies’ unsavory Alex Cora pursuit
Don Mattingly’s recent comments on his desire to stick with the organization could save the Phillies from themselves and keep them from hiring morally gray former Boston Red Sox helmsman Álex Cora.
Phillies' Kyle Schwarber got last All-Star laugh on Shohei Ohtani despite fan vote
Kyle Schwarber outpaced Shohei Ohtani in All-Star voting among his fellow players.
Grading the Phillies' last 5 first-round draft picks ahead of 2026 MLB Draft
Painter finally made it. Crawford is adjusting. Miller hasn't played in 2026. The Phillies passed on a hometown kid who signed for $150 million. Here's an honest look at five years of first-round picks.
Phillies fans might lose chance to embrace ‘honored’ Ranger Suarez (but right move was made)
After leaving his latest start early, there is a chance that former Phillie, Ranger Suarez, won't be making an appearance.
Kyle Schwarber calls out MLB to defend Zack Wheeler against egregious All-Star snub
Zack Wheeler deserves an MLB All-Star Game nod, but won't get one due to a technicality. His Philadelphia Phillies teammate, Kyle Schwarber, had a lot to say about that.
Phillies’ Zack Wheeler has shockingly fiery response to All-Star snub after dominant outing
Zack Wheeler is dominating for the Phillies this season, but he’s not happy about a ‘BS rule’ keeping him off the NL All-Star team.
Encouraging Andrew Painter start could ease one Phillies trade deadline worry
The Phillies will need to acquire another starting pitcher at the trade deadline to make up for what Painter couldn’t give them, but his encouraging first two outings back in the minors give some hope that the issue won’t be as pressing as it seemed.

