That Balls Outta Here
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The Phillies kept Garrett Stubbs as the backup catcher for a few reasons. As Realmuto's incumbent backup, Stubbs provides consistency as a seldom-used backstop and is vocal in the clubhouse. Rafael Marchan is the catcher of the future, though.
Jake Huber|
With the Phillies in the market to upgrade the bullpen before the MLB trade deadline, they may want to look at the Tampa Bay Rays to secure a pair of relief pitchers: Jason Adam and Pete Fairbanks.
Kevin Lagowski|
The Phillies are in the driver's seat in the NL East, but the Braves may have one sliver of hope to climb back into the division race. They have one of the easiest schedules remaining, while the Phillies have one of the toughest.
Matt Dargan|
The Phillies have signed their first-round draft pick from the 2024 MLB Draft, high school outfielder Dante Nori. Despite being committed to Mississippi State University, the Phillies signed him to a contract worth $2.5 million, well under slot value.
Michael Fisher|
According to MLB insider Bob Nightengale, the Phillies are no longer interested in outfielders Jazz Chisholm Jr., Tommy Pham and Brent Rooker as trade deadline targets. Why are the Phillies backing away from these targets?
Edward Eng|
The Phillies and their second-round draft pick, Griffin Burkholder, have agreed to a contract well above the 63rd overall slot value. The high school outfielder has some impressive tools already, including 70-grade speed.
Matt Davis|
Philadelphia Phillies starting lineup, July 23: 1. DH Kyle Schwarber 2. SS Trea Turner 3. 1B Bryce Harper 4. 3B Alec Bohm 5. C J.T. Realmuto 6. LF Brandon Marsh 7. RF Nick Castellanos 8. 2B Bryson Stott 9. CF Johan Rojas
Michael Fisher|
Phillies top prospect Justin Crawford was recently promoted to Double-A and dazzled in his debut for the Reading Fightin Phils, continuing his incredible season in the Phillies' minor leagues.
Matt Dargan|
With José Alvarado struggling of late, Gregory Soto has stepped in and picked up the slack. He's putting together a solid season and an impressive stretch since June 1.
Matt Davis|
The Phillies have re-signed outfielder David Dahl to a minor league contract less than two weeks after he was designated for assignment and then elected free agency. He may get another chance in the majors this season if he can produce in Triple-A again.
Erick Klambara|
Based on manager Rob Thomson's comments, the Phillies look like they have a backup catcher in mind for next season. If Rafael Marchán stays healthy and continues to impress at the plate, he might be able to wrestle the job away from Garrett Stubbs.
Edward Eng|
Updates for the Phillies-Twins rain delay at Target Field on July 22. Get all the latest info on start/restart times for Monday's game between the Phillies and Twins as the two teams wait to get their three-game series underway.
Michael Fisher|
Philadelphia Phillies starting lineup, July 22: 1. DH Kyle Schwarber 2. SS Trea Turner 3. 1B Bryce Harper 4. 3B Alec Bohm 5. C J.T. Realmuto 6. RF Nick Castellanos 7. 2B Bryson Stott 8. LF Weston Wilson 9. CF Johan Rojas
Michael Fisher|
Orion Kerkering's rough outing on Friday against the Pirates saw an unbelievable streak come to an end after he allowed two runs to score. Impressively, it was the first time in 46 MLB appearances that he had allowed more than a single run to score.
Matt Dargan|
Just 10 days after being released by the Phillies, veteran Whit Merrifield is signing with the NL East rival Braves. Despite struggling with the Phillies, Merrifield will get his chance for revenge as the two teams play seven more times this season.
Michael Fisher|
The Phillies starting rotation has been dominant this season, and the top four starters have avoided serious injury. The recent brush with minor back issues for Zack Wheeler and Ranger Suárez shows how lucky the Phillies have been compared to other teams.
Matt Dargan|
With the Phillies' goal of returning to the World Series this season, here are four huge blockbuster trades that would instantly make them World Series favorites.
Edward Eng|
According to MLB insider Jim Bowden, the Phillies have reportedly talked to teams about three new outfield trade deadline targets: Cedric Mullins, Jacob Young, and Jake McCarthy.
Matt Grazel|
Philadelphia Phillies starting lineup, July 21: 1. DH Kyle Schwarber 2. SS Trea Turner 3. 1B Bryce Harper 4. 3B Alec Bohm 5. RF Nick Castellanos 6. 2B Edmundo Sosa 7. LF Weston Wilson 8. C Garrett Stubbs 9. CF Cristian Pache
Michael Fisher|
With Phillies pitchers needing rest, manager Rob Thomson will use a six-man rotation in August. Here are some ideas about which starters will be in that rotation, including the possibility of the Phillies trading for another arm.
Matt Dargan|
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