That Balls Outta Here
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Weston Wilson has taken a stranglehold on the Phillies' left-field platoon job with his recent hot streak at the plate, while rookie Otto Kemp's struggles may see him wind up as the odd man out when Alec Bohm returns.
Michael Fisher|
Could the Phillies actually regret not pushing harder for Luis Robert Jr. at the trade deadline? Even though he's been playing well for more than a month, they made the right call by passing on him.
Matt Davis|
Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber looks to chase down Shohei Ohtani for his first NL MVP award as his power numbers, and betting odds, heat up.
Andrew Santangelo|
Since the arrival of closer Jhoan Duran at the trade deadline, the Phillies' bullpen has been getting the job done with an impressive turnaround.
Eric Moratelli|
The Phillies' hot stretch and sweep of the Texas Rangers gets them some well-earned praise in MLB.com's latest Power Rankings.
Alec MacNichol|
If the Phillies utilize a six-man rotation when Aaron Nola returns, it will be veteran Taijuan Walker sticking around. Top prospect Andrew Painter hasn't performed well enough to earn a promotion to the majors.
Michael Fisher|
Zack Wheeler battled through an alarming drop in velocity and more command issues on Sunday, but Rob Thomson and the Phillies won't admit to any concerns about his health.
Matt Davis|
The Phillies could reel Kyle Schwarber back in next season as he becomes a free agent after 2025. A contract of five years and $150 million may be the number they could hit to retain their home run king.
Matt Davis|
With Harrison Bader in tow, plus the pending addition of Justin Crawford, the Phillies may already be set in the outfield for 2026 without any additional moves.
Kevin Lagowski|
The Phillies recalled veteran reliever David Robertson from Triple-A on Sunday. They hope he can help bring more playoff success like when he was with them for the run to the 2022 World Series.
Michael Fisher|
Phillies outfield prospect Justin Crawford says that he's ready to help contribute in the majors, and it's hard to argue with his Triple-A performance. When could we see him get the call for his MLB debut?
Michael Fisher|
José Alvarado's 80-game PED suspension may have been a blessing in disguise for the Phillies, as they likely wouldn't have gone out at the trade deadline to get elite closer Jhoan Duran.
Matt Davis|
Buddy Kennedy has resurfaced with the red-hot AL-leading Toronto Blue Jays just over a month after being released by the Phillies.
Edward Eng|
How to watch Phillies vs. Rangers. Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025 • Time: 7:15 p.m. ET • Venue: Globe Life Field • National TV Channel: FOX • Live Stream: MLB.tv, Fubo.
Michael Fisher|
Updates on Phillies starter Aaron Nola's rehab, third baseman Alec Bohm's plans and reliever David Robertson's progress from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Michael Fisher|
Slugger Kyle Schwarber is a free agent after 2025, and Phillies fans want to see him return, but he might consider returning to the Midwest, according to ESPN's Buster Olney.
Matt Davis|
José Alvarado isn't eligible to return to the Phillies from his suspension until Aug. 19, but he looked good in his first live game action in nearly three months on Thursday, even if his velocity was down a little.
Michael Fisher|
Even with Phillies reliever José Alvarado soon returning to regular season action after his PED suspension, he won't be able to help the team in the playoffs, no matter how much he apologizes.
Matt Davis|
How much is Kyle Schwarber worth to the Phillies? Not as much as one former MLB executive predicts that he'll ask for in free agency.
Michael Fisher|
Dave Dombrowski's moves at the trade deadline put immense pressure on the Phillies' top prospects, like Andrew Painter, Aidan Miller and Justin Crawford, to pan out and help keep the team competitive and contending in the coming years.
Michael Fisher|
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