That Balls Outta Here
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Kyle Schwarber's typical June hot streak is starting at a good time. The Phillies will need his hot bat to make up for losing catcher J.T. Realmuto for at least the next month.
Eric Moratelli|
Philadelphia Phillies starting lineup, June 12: 1. DH Kyle Schwarber 2. RF Nick Castellanos 3. 1B Bryce Harper 4. 3B Alec Bohm 5. SS Bryson Stott 6. 2B Whit Merrifield 7. LF David Dahl 8. C Rafael Marchán 9. CF Johan Rojas
Michael Fisher|
Phillies reliever Orion Kerkering has been dominant this season, thanks to his increased usage of his high-velocity fastball. Combined with his devastating sweeper, the young right-hander is becoming the stud relief pitcher we always knew he would be.
Eric Moratelli|
Outfielder Ruben Cardenas showed off his power right after being acquired by the Phillies from the Rays. He hit two home runs and drove in six in his debut with the Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs.
Michael Hennelly|
With J.T. Realmuto on the IL and undergoing knee surgery, here are three external options the Phillies could use to replace the star catcher: Tomás Nido, Elias Díaz and Danny Jansen.
Michael Fisher|
Whit Merrifield has struggled this season with the Phillies but hit a big home run in the London Series. The veteran gave a funny quote about his struggles and is staying positive while the team is playing so well.
Michael Fisher|
Philadelphia Phillies starting lineup, June 11: 1. DH Kyle Schwarber 2. RF Nick Castellanos 3. 1B Bryce Harper 4. 3B Alec Bohm 5. 2B Bryson Stott 6. SS Edmundo Sosa 7. LF David Dahl 8. C Garrett Stubbs 9. CF Johan Rojas
Michael Fisher|
On Tuesday, the Phillies placed catcher J.T. Realmuto on the 10-day IL. He'll undergo right knee surgery to remove and repair the torn meniscus. This is a devastating loss for the Phillies, who will now turn to Garrett Stubbs and call up Rafael Marchán.
Michael Fisher|
The Phillies hold the No. 1 spot in MLB.com's Power Rankings for the fourth week in a row, but the New York Yankees are right behind them. The Phillies continue to win consistently, thanks to one of the best pitching staffs and a top offense.
Matt Davis|
Phillies slugger Kyle Scwarber has improved his splits against left-handed pitching this season and is going against the MLB trend by excelling versus lefties. He has also improved on the bases to make himself even more valuable to the Phillies.
Michael Sadowsky|
The Phillies' outfield has been their biggest weakness this season, and White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. is a player they need to trade for. Here are some prospects the Phillies might use in a package for the outfielder.
Michael Hennelly|
A trade report on Monday afternoon involving the Phillies trading for White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. got fans understandably excited, except that the news was fake and posted on the hacked account of ESPN's Buster Olney.
Michael Fisher|
The Phillies were recently listed as the top landing spot for White Sox OF Luis Robert Jr., but the proposed trade has them dealing multiple top prospects, Aidan Miller, Justin Crawford and William Bergolla, which would be disastrous for the future.
Matt Grazel|
The Phillies are back from the London Series, so here's the news you might have missed this weekend. Trea Turner is getting close to returning. Brandon Marsh spent the weekend rehabbing in Lehigh Valley. The 2008 World Series team had a reunion in London.
Michael Fisher|
The Phillies are promoting No. 2 prospect shortstop Aidan Miller and No. 28 prospect right-handed pitcher George Klassen from Single-A Clearwater to the High-A Jersey Shore BlueClaws. Both players have dominated Single-A this season.
Michael Fisher|
The Phillies are reportedly already shopping for outfield help. They could add one of these potentially available outfielders before the MLB trade deadline: Tommy Pham, Harrison Bader, Luis Robert Jr. and Randy Arozarena.
Matt Grazel|
Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper recently received a glowing review of his recent switch to first base, with MLB.com's Mike Petriello ranking Harper's switch as the best defensive transition by a MLB player.
Matt Dargan|
The Phillies' newest acquisition, infielder Buddy Kennedy, already has family ties to the team: his grandfather played for the Phillies from 1968 to 1972. In the trade with the Tigers, the Phillies get a potential power bat and more infield depth.
Edward Eng|
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker had an impressive start on Sunday in Game 2 of the London Series. It was ultimately ruined by the usually reliable bullpen, specifically Gregory Soto and José Alvarado in a 6-5 loss to the Mets.
Edward Eng|
The Phillies showed off some custom London-inspired bat designs for the MLB London Series this weekend against the New York Mets. Bryce Harper, Bryson Stott and Alec Bohm all debuted their new custom bats in the two-game series.
Michael Fisher|
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