Michael Fisher

Michael Fisher

Joined: Jul 5, 2023

Michael Fisher is the editor at That Ball's Outta Here on the FanSided network, a position he has held since September 2023. He has written over 500 articles for That Ball’s Outta Here. He has been a baseball fan since 1990 and became a Philadelphia Phillies fan in the early 2000s. Michael has been writing for FanSided since 2022 when he started as a writer at Jays Journal. He also spent over a year writing about MLB at FanSided.com. Michael enjoys camping and playing tennis and badminton in his free time.

Philadelphia Phillies catcher Rafael Marchán will be the backup catcher on Opening Day.

Phillies pick Opening Day backup catcher by taking a sad path of least resistance

Feb 22, 2025; Lakeland, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Nabil Crismatt (54) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium.

Phillies' painfully obvious roster cut hints at decision for final bullpen spot

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Taijuan Walker just gave Phillies all the incentive they need to finally move on

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Philadelphia Phillies reliever Devin Sweet

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Philadelphia Phillies reliever Matt Strahm

Phillies Injury Update: Matt Strahm timeline, Max Kepler, Brandon Marsh, Johan Rojas

Chicago White Sox v San Diego Padres

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Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh

Kepler, Marsh exiting Phillies' game early with injuries should have fans nervous

Mar 8, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott (5) takes the field for a game against the Toronto Blue Jays during spring training at BayCare Ballpark.

Phillies' bounce-back candidate all but confirms he is healthy with spring play

Feb 28, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Koyo Aoyagi (31) throws a pitch during the fourth inning] against the Boston Red Sox at BayCare Ballpark.

Spring training roster cuts begin to clarify Phillies' Opening Day pitching situation

Philadelphia Phillies outfield prospect Justin Crawford

Phillies top prospect lights up Spring Breakout with blinding speed

Feb 27, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas (18) waves to the fans after hitting a two-run home run against the New York Yankees during the second inning at BayCare Ballpark.

2 Phillies who've played their way on Opening Day roster, 2 who played their way off

Former Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins will be inducted into the Wall of Fame on Aug. 1.

Next Phillies legend from 2008 team heading into Wall of Fame this summer

Mar 7, 2025; Bradenton, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Kody Clemens (2) reacts after striking out against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the third inning during spring training at LECOM Park.

Phillies 2025 Opening Day roster projection 2.0: Injuries create late spring intrigue

Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect Mick Abel

Phillies' prospect spring training roster cuts disappointing but expected

Feb 27, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm (25) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the third inning at BayCare Ballpark.

Key Phillies reliever's injury might cost him more than just Opening Day