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Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates his solo homerun to take a 9-7 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers during the eighth inning at Dodger Stadium on May 13, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

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Trea Turner #8 of Team USA celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the second inning against Team Japan during the World Baseball Classic Championship at loanDepot park on March 21, 2023 in Miami, Florida.

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Trea Turner Proved He's A Superstar With Team USA

The 2023 World Baseball Classic makes it difficult to draw conclusions given that it's a relatively short tournament and sample sizes are incredibly small. Still, it helped us with some handy reminders. One of them is that new Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner is reall

Andres Chavez • 10 hours ago

Starting pitcher Taijuan Walker #99 of Team Mexico pitches against Team Great Britain during the first inning of the World Baseball Classic Pool C game at Chase Field on March 14, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Taijuan Walker Reflects On His WBC Experience

The World Baseball Classic has been a treat thus far. But now, it's time to get prepared for the championship game between the United States and Japan. Team Mexico certainly had a run to remember. Underdogs from the onset, they defeated Team USA in Pool play before eliminating

Curt Bishop • 1 day ago

A fan holds a sign during game five of the National League Championship Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and the San Diego Padres at Citizens Bank Park on October 23, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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The Phillies Have Enjoyed A Huge Boost In 1 Fan Area

In MLB, the formula is simple: if owners and general managers put together a strong, competitive team, fans will likely show a lot of interest. Of course, other variables come into play in fan attendance (distance from downtown, what the park has to offer, etc.) but in most cases, f

Andres Chavez • 2 days ago

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Trea Turner Joins An MLB Legend In Exclusive WBC Club

Trea Turner #8 of Team USA looks on after hitting a three-run home run in the sixth inning against Team Cuba during the World Baseball Classic Semifinals at loanDepot park on March 19, 2023 in Miami, Florida.

Andres Chavez • 2 days ago New Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner has been Team USA's hero in the knockout stages of the World Baseball Classic. He hit a grand slam in the eighth inning of the quarterfinal game against Venezuela to turn a 7-5 deficit into a 9-5 lead. He also homered two times in

Trea Turner #8 of Team USA rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the sixth inning against Team Cuba during the World Baseball Classic Semifinals at loanDepot park on March 19, 2023 in Miami, Florida.

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Trea Turner Has Officially Become An American Hero

Curt Bishop • 3 days ago

Starting pitcher Taijuan Walker #99 of Team Mexico pitches against Team Great Britain during the first inning of the World Baseball Classic Pool C game at Chase Field on March 14, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Taijuan Walker Discusses His Dominant WBC Outing

Curt Bishop • 1 week ago

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MLB World Reacts To Today's Andrew Painter News

Andres Chavez • 2 weeks ago

A Philadelphia Phillies baseball hat sits in the dugout during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on April 24, 2016 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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MLB Insider Clarifies Andrew Painter's Situation

Curt Bishop • 2 weeks ago

Andrew Painter #76 of the Philadelphia Phillies poses for a portrait during media day at BayCare Ballpark on February 23, 2023 in Clearwater, Florida.

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Phillies Get Bad News On Andrew Painter

Curt Bishop • 2 weeks ago

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Phillies Get Bad News On Andrew Painter

Andrew Painter #76 of the Philadelphia Phillies poses for a portrait during media day at BayCare Ballpark on February 23, 2023 in Clearwater, Florida.

Curt Bishop • 2 weeks ago The Philadelphia Phillies were banking heavily on the emergence of top pitching prospect Andrew Painter this season. However, it appears that an elbow injury he suffered earlier in the week is causing some problems for the right-hander. According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, Painter h

Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates after defeating the Atlanta Braves in game four of the National League Division Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 15, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Bryce Harper Comments On His Contract Situation

Andres Chavez • 2 weeks ago

Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates after hitting a two-run home run against the Houston Astros during the first inning in Game Three of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on November 01, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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The Phillies Welcome Bryce Harper Back

Andres Chavez • 2 weeks ago

Team USA participates in a practice ahead of the World Baseball Classic at Papago Park Sports Complex on March 07, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Picture Shows J.T. Realmuto Looking Like Captain America

Andres Chavez • 2 weeks ago

Alec Bohm #28 of the Philadelphia Phillies throws to second base against the Houston Astros during the sixth inning in Game Six of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on November 05, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

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Former MLB Player Breaks Down Alec Bohm

Curt Bishop • 2 weeks ago

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Former MLB Player Breaks Down Alec Bohm

Alec Bohm #28 of the Philadelphia Phillies throws to second base against the Houston Astros during the sixth inning in Game Six of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on November 05, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

Curt Bishop • 2 weeks ago The Philadelphia Phillies are a team that is loaded with talent up and down the roster. However, one player may get lost among his fellow stars. While Bryce Harper, J.T. Realmuto, Trea Turner, Nick Castellanos, and Kyle Schwarber grab most of the headlines, third baseman Alec Boh

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Phillies Fans Continue To Wait For An Update On Top Prospect

A detailed view of a Philadelphia Phillies batting helmet in the dugout before the start of the game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on July 13, 2018 in Miami, Florida.

Andres Chavez • 2 weeks ago The Philadelphia Phillies just won the National League pennant and came just two wins shy of celebrating a World Series win. However, despite the recent success, they haven't developed an ace since Aaron Nola made his debut in 2015. Zack Wheeler was a free agent signing, and whil

Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on during batting practice prior to Game Four of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on November 02, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Phillies Announcer Breaks Down The Team's Lineup

Curt Bishop • 3 weeks ago

J.T. Realmuto #10 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting the go ahead RBI single in the bottom of the eighth inning against the Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park on August 10, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Marlins 4-3.

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J.T. Realmuto Seems To Be Fresh For 2023

Andres Chavez • 3 weeks ago

A Philadelphia Phillies baseball hat sits in the dugout during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on April 24, 2016 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Phillies Manager Shares Concerning Andrew Painter Update

Andres Chavez • 3 weeks ago

Andrew Painter #76 of the Philadelphia Phillies poses for a portrait during media day at BayCare Ballpark on February 23, 2023 in Clearwater, Florida.

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Andrew Painter Could Be The Next Phillies Star

Jarrett Prendergast • 3 weeks ago

Trea Turner #6 of the Los Angeles Dodgers runs home to score in the third inning during game one of the National League Division Series against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium on October 11, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

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Trea Turner Comments On The WBC

Curt Bishop • 3 weeks ago

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Trea Turner Comments On The WBC

Trea Turner #6 of the Los Angeles Dodgers runs home to score in the third inning during game one of the National League Division Series against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium on October 11, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

Curt Bishop • 3 weeks ago The World Baseball Classic will get underway in less than a week. The event was cancelled that year due to COVID-19. But this year, we can finally say that the WBC is back and that some exciting action awaits us. Team USA won the title in 2017 and will be looking to defend tha

Alec Bohm #28 of the Philadelphia Phillies is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after scoring during the 9th inning of Game Two of the 2022 World Series against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on October 29, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

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Phillies GM Discusses The Top-Heavy NL East

Curt Bishop • 3 weeks ago

A Philadelphia Phillies baseball hat sits in the dugout during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on April 24, 2016 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Former Top Phillies Pick Is Already Dominating In 2023

Andres Chavez • 3 weeks ago

Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting a home run during the sixth inning against the San Diego Padres in game one of the National League Championship Series at PETCO Park on October 18, 2022 in San Diego, California.

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Kyle Schwarber Comments On Fixing A Major Issue On Offense

Andres Chavez • 4 weeks ago

Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates after defeating the San Diego Padres in game five to win the National League Championship Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 23, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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MLB Insider Gives Latest Update On Bryce Harper

Curt Bishop • 4 weeks ago

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MLB Insider Gives Latest Update On Bryce Harper

Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates after defeating the San Diego Padres in game five to win the National League Championship Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 23, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Curt Bishop • 4 weeks ago The Philadelphia Phillies are entering the 2023 season with a mission to defend their place as the reigning National League champions and this time finish the job in the World Series. However, despite a busy offseason, they'll be beginning the season without Bryce Harper, who is reh

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The Phillies Have Several Great Slots For Trea Turner

Trea Turner #6 of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium on August 10, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

Andres Chavez • 4 weeks ago The Philadelphia Phillies offense was very impressive in the 2022 regular season and their playoff run. They had Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, Nick Castellanos, J.T. Realmuto, the up-and-coming Alec Bohm, Jean Segura, Brandon Marsh, and Rhys Hoskins, among others. That's a pretty

A Philadelphia Phillies baseball hat sits in the dugout during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on April 24, 2016 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Former MLB Catcher Comments On A Top Prospect's Return

Curt Bishop • 4 weeks ago

Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies flies out in the eighth inning against the Houston Astros in Game Two of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 29, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

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Kyle Schwarber Is Already Hitting Blasts This Spring

Curt Bishop • 4 weeks ago

Seranthony Dominguez #58 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches in the eighth inning against the Houston Astros in Game One of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 28, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

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The Phillies Have Assembled A Must-See Bullpen

Curt Bishop • 1 month ago

Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting an RBI double in the bottom of the first inning against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park on May 5, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Bryce Harper Is On A Different Schedule

Andres Chavez • 1 month ago

Seranthony Dominguez #58 of the Philadelphia Phillies delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning in Game Five of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on November 03, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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The Phillies Have Extended A Key Reliever

Curt Bishop • 1 month ago

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The Phillies Have Extended A Key Reliever

Seranthony Dominguez #58 of the Philadelphia Phillies delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning in Game Five of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on November 03, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Curt Bishop • 1 month ago This morning, the Philadelphia Phillies gave right-hander Seranthony Dominguez a two-year contract extension. President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski announced the news of the extension. The contract also includes a club option for the 2025 season. Dominguez appeared

Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies jogs across the field after grounding out in the fifth inning against the Houston Astros in Game One of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 28, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

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Video Shows Bryce Harper Being The Ultimate Fan Favorite

Andres Chavez • 1 month ago

Trea Turner #6 of the Los Angeles Dodgers runs to third base during a 12-6 win over the Milwaukee Brewers at Dodger Stadium on August 24, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

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Former MLB Star Predicts A Big Season For Trea Turner

Curt Bishop • 1 month ago

J.T. Realmuto #10 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting the go ahead RBI single in the bottom of the eighth inning against the Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park on August 10, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Marlins 4-3.

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J.T. Realmuto Comes Out On Top In Elite Group Of Catchers

Curt Bishop • 2 months ago

J.T. Realmuto #10 of the Philadelphia Phillies rounds second after hitting a home run during the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on September 18, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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J.T. Realmuto Tops An Elite List Of Catchers

Curt Bishop • 2 months ago

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J.T. Realmuto Tops An Elite List Of Catchers

J.T. Realmuto #10 of the Philadelphia Phillies rounds second after hitting a home run during the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on September 18, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Curt Bishop • 2 months ago Recently, MLB Now, a show on MLB Network has been counting down the top-10 players at each position. Yesterday, they counted down the top starting pitchers. Tonight, the top-10 catchers in all of baseball will be revealed. But while we wait, we've got a list made by the fans t