Michael Hennelly

Michael Hennelly

Mike Hennelly is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in digital and print journalism and a minor in sports studies. He's been a contributing writer for That Ball's Outta Here since June 2024. Mike also writes for three other sports blogs, two of which covering the Phillies as well. He is a sports reporter who covers high school football in the Reading, Pa., area. Mike is a part of the promotions ground crew with 97.5 The Fanatic and hopes to work his way up in the company. He's a lifelong Phillies fan and has a lot of knowledge and passion about the game of baseball. Mike enjoys anything and everything sports, especially Philadelphia sports.

The Phillies' bullpen has been a weak spot so far in 2025, and the numbers fail to give fans any hope moving forward

These harrowing numbers make Phillies’ bullpen woes look even worse

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Apr 9, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third base Alec Bohm (28) reacts in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves during the second inning at Truist Park.

This Phillies All-Star has been incredibly unlucky so far this season

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Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm is off to a cold start at the plate in 2025, but he believes things will work out fine as the season progresses

Phillies’ scuffling Alec Bohm offers confident prediction for his season

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Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber is in the midst of a contract year with the team

Phillies Rumors: MLB insider hints at obvious outcome for Kyle Schwarber extension

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Phillies veteran reliever Jordan Romano may be forced into low-leverage situations as he overcomes his early-season struggles

Phillies fans are already done with Jordan Romano after PTSD-inducing start

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Mets fans were dreaming of pairing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. with recently acquired outfielder Juan Soto before his extension with the Blue Jays

Phillies fans are loving Mets fans' backtracking after Vladimir Guerrero Jr. deal

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Phillies' newest outfield addition, Max Kepler, launched his first home run of the 2025 season, capping a 3-for-4 day at the plate during the team's home opener

Max Kepler introduces himself to Phillies fans in the best way possible

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Phillies color commentator John Kruk signed a four-year contract with NBC Sports Philadelphia over the winter

Beloved Phillies broadcaster signs richly deserved extension ahead of Opening Day

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Kody Clemens made the Phillies' Opening Day roster, beating Buddy Kennedy for the final bench spot

Phillies announce obvious roster decision, final roster cut ahead of Opening Day

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The Phillies sent Garrett Stubbs to Triple-A, opening the door for Rafael Marchán to solidify himself as the team's backup catcher

Garrett Stubbs responds to Triple-A demotion everyone knew was coming

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Phillies young reliever Orion Kerkering has the potential to be an All-Star year in and year out, and 2025 could be the first of many

Why this young stud Phillies reliever will be a first-time All-Star this season

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The Phillies and Dodgers are among baseball's best teams, but do the Phillies have enough talent to knock off the defending World Series champions?

Phillies can’t top biggest NL rival in power rankings ahead of the 2025 season

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Phillies legend Jimmy Rollins believes the 2025 team can overcome the playoff regression over the last three years, something the teams he was a part of couldn't do

Jimmy Rollins provides glimmer of hope after Phillies' two postseasons of regression

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Phillies shortstop Trea Turner hit his first home run this spring, a solo blast to lead off the game

Phillies News: Matt Strahm injury update, Trea Turner, where’s Nick Castellanos?

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Phillies electric reliever José Alvarado will play an important role in the bullpen's success in 2025

5 Phillies pitchers who've taken full advantage of spring training opportunities

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Phillies' reliever José Ruiz will look to build on a successful 2024 season and be a mainstay in the bullpen in 2025

Phillies' surprise 2024 reliever claims early stranglehold on 2025 bullpen role

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