That Balls Outta Here
FanSided
The Phillies failed to advance beyond the NLDS this year, partly due to several trades and free-agent signings that didn't work out. Here, we evaluate Dave Dombrowski's questionable moves since the 2022 World Series.
Matt Dargan|
After another disappointing end to the season for the Phillies, major changes could be coming in Philadelphia, including a potential coaching shakeup, with hitting coach Kevin Long being this year's scapegoat.
Erick Klambara|
The Phillies might be considering making changes to the coaching staff after a disappointing playoff exit, much like the Braves and Orioles have already done.
Michael Fisher|
Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos finished with a strong 2024 season after a slow start but was still snubbed in the All-MLB Team nominations.
Edward Eng|
Following the end of their season in the NLDS, here are three Phillies players who won't be back for the 2025 season.
Matt Grazel|
Phillies' top pitching prospect, Andrew Painter, pitched in a game for the first time since Tommy John surgery in 2023. He threw two innings in the Arizona Fall League on Saturday, and the results were encouraging as he hit 100 mph with his fastball.
Eric Moratelli|
It doesn't sound like Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm is planning on changing anything after struggling late in the season and amid the drama that surrounded him in the playoffs.
Michael Hennelly|
After two straight seasons of Wild Card berths and heroic runs in October for the Phillies, the Mets turned the tables and did to the Phillies exactly what the Phillies did to the Braves in previous postseasons.
Jake Huber|
Bryce Harper and the Phillies thought that their first-round bye would help them get the rest they needed, but instead they couldn’t get their bats going in the NLDS against the Mets after the break.
Nicole Gardiner|
Now that the Phillies season is officially over, it's clear that some players had seasons that didn't live up to expectations. These four players underachieved and let the team and the fans down with their performances in 2024.
Matt Dargan|
Here's how the 2024 Philadelphia Phillies collapse is different and similar to other collapses from Philadelphia sports teams in recent memory.
Matt Orth|
The Phillies were knocked out of the playoffs after being defeated by the Mets 4-1 in NLDS Game 4. There was enough evidence in the second half that the Phillies' flaws would ultimately doom the team's postseason chances.
Matt Dargan|
A closer look at four mistakes Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson made that led to their downfall in the 2024 NLDS against the New York Mets.
Edward Eng|
There will be questions about Phillies manager Rob Thomson's future after the team's early playoff exit, as some fans want him fired. Former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. weighed in with his feelings that Thomson should stick around.
Michael Fisher|
Phillies starting pitcher Taijuan Walker was left off the NLDS postseason roster after struggling this year but found a role as a dugout cheerleader for his teammates in the playoffs.
Matt Dargan|
The Phillies' offense and bullpen were equally bad in the playoffs and cost the team a chance at a World Series championship.
Michael Hennelly|
A 40-year-old Philadelphia Phillies fan has seen one title, but there is a need for more to validate fandom in a team that has delivered so many years of disappointment overall. When will the Phillies deliver another title?
Kevin Lagowski|
MLB fined Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper for wearing Wawa-inspired gear during a game in July. Harper has shown his dedication to Philadelphia and its fans through the customized gear he regularly wears.
Matt Dargan|
Former Philadelphia Phillies manager Terry Francona will be back in the dugout next season, making a surprising return to MLB in landing the Cincinnati Reds' manager job.
Edward Eng|
The Phillies were eliminated by the Mets in Game 4 of the NLDS; here are postgame reactions from manager Rob Thomson, Jeff Hoffman, Bryce Harper and Nick Castellanos.
Michael Fisher|
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