That Balls Outta Here
FanSided
After being overlooked for the All-Star Game and finishing second in NL Cy Young voting, Phillies starter Cristopher Sánchez was somehow snubbed from the All-MLB First Team for a pitcher he was so much better than this season.
Tori Sheffer|
The Phillies bullpen struggled mightily this season and they should be trying to improve this offseason. Here are three free agent relievers who had down years who the Phillies should target this winter with hopes of bounce-back seasons in 2026.
Edward Eng|
The Phillies' massive trade deadline deal to bring in closer Jhoan Duran looks even better after he was named to the All-MLB First Team.
Michael Hennelly|
Phillies fifth-round draft pick Gabe Craig is on track to potentially make his MLB debut before first-rounder Gage Wood, at least according to Baseball America.
Tori Sheffer|
If Kyle Schwarber leaves the Phillies in free agency, signing Cody Bellinger for the outfield is a more affordable move than Kyle Tucker. To make this deal, the Phillies would have to steal Bellinger out from under the Yankees and Mets.
Matt Grazel|
As the Phillies try to rebuild their outfield from scratch this offseason, there's not much to choose from on the free agent market according to president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski.
Michael Fisher|
When the BBWAA revealed the results of the NL MVP voting on Thursday, Kyle Schwarber finished second to the Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani despite having a career season for the Phillies.
Michael Fisher|
With Nick Castellanos' time in Philadelphia seemingly running out, Dave Dombrowski and the Phillies are now "actively" trying to trade the veteran outfielder.
Erick Klambara|
After free agent Harrison Bader posted what was interpreted to be a farewell post to Phillies fans, his camp clarified that it wasn't intended that way.
Michael Fisher|
After Zack Wheeler finished second in 2024, Phillies lefty Cristopher Sánchez came second in 2025 NL Cy Young voting, losing out to Pirates phenom Paul Skenes who won unanimously.
Matt Davis|
Phillies hitting coach Kevin Long has expressed high confidence that Kyle Schwarber will re-sign with the Phillies, predicting that the free agent will return to Philadelphia and avoid a devastating result for the team and fanbase.
Matt Grazel|
Phillies No. 6 prospect Dante Nori recently flaunted his speed with an inside-the-park home run in AFL action, although it shouldn't have come as a surprise after he stole 52 bases this season.
Alec MacNichol|
While the Phillies still seem like the favorites to re-sign free agent Kyle Schwarber, FanSided's Robert Murray says the Red Sox are a big player and team to watch.
Michael Fisher|
The Phillies have promoted minor league director of hitting development Edwar Gonzalez to assistant hitting coach, replacing Dustin Lind who was hired as the Orioles' new lead hitting coach.
Matt Davis|
Despite having to pay a penalty of draft picks and international bonus pool money to sign free agents who reject qualifying offers, it would be worth it for the Phillies to sign these four players this offseason.
Matt Grazel|
Even though Phillies manager Rob Thomson was a finalist for the NL Manager of the Year Award, he didn't win likely thanks to the Phillies having the fourth-highest payroll in the majors.
Michael Fisher|
More details are coming out about the fallout from the confrontation between Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper and MLB commissioner Rob Manfred. The reported threats from Manfred's office are unsettling and chilling.
Matt Grazel|
Phillies No. 6 prospect Dante Nori revealed some simple adjustments that helped him turn his first full professional season into a success.
Eric Moratelli|
Even if Phillies skipper Rob Thomson somehow wins the BBWAA NL Manager of the Year Award, it won't eliminate fans' questions and doubts about his ability to get the team back to the World Series.
Matt Davis|
Here's the latest updates on the Phillies' free agent pursuits, from possibly re-signing Kyle Schwarber quickly to a potential run at Kyle Tucker.
Michael Fisher|
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