Luke Arcaini
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January 17, 2026 at 1:34 AM
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Bo Bichette has signed…with the Mets.
The Phillies met his asking price. They offered him a 7-year deal, according to reports.
He chose New York.
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The Phillies met his asking price. They offered him a 7-year deal, according to reports.
He chose New York.
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Bo Bichette is Signing With the Mets (UPDATED)
Bo Bichette is not coming to Philadelphia. Instead, he’s going to Queens to play for the Mets: The Mets lost out on Kyle Tucker on Thursday night, and immediately pivoted to Bo Bichette, giving him $4...
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January 16, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Bo Bichette has signed…with the Mets.
The Phillies met his asking price. They offered him a 7-year deal, according to reports.
He chose New York.
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The Phillies met his asking price. They offered him a 7-year deal, according to reports.
He chose New York.
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I’ll be on 97.5 The Fanatic today at 10:30 AM with Sean Brace in his return show!
- Bo Bichette: how real is this?
- Eagles win by double digits
- JT Realmuto messed up
- NFL Wild Card Predictions
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- Bo Bichette: how real is this?
- Eagles win by double digits
- JT Realmuto messed up
- NFL Wild Card Predictions
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January 10, 2026 at 2:15 PM
I’ll be on 97.5 The Fanatic today at 10:30 AM with Sean Brace in his return show!
- Bo Bichette: how real is this?
- Eagles win by double digits
- JT Realmuto messed up
- NFL Wild Card Predictions
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- Bo Bichette: how real is this?
- Eagles win by double digits
- JT Realmuto messed up
- NFL Wild Card Predictions
Tune in!
What felt like a dream earlier in the offseason is starting to gain some serious steam.
The Phillies are meeting with Bo Bichette. It’s an absolute no brainer to go all-in at this point for the 27-year-old infielder.
Some thoughts:
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The Phillies are meeting with Bo Bichette. It’s an absolute no brainer to go all-in at this point for the 27-year-old infielder.
Some thoughts:
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Phillies Set to Meet With Free Agent Bo Bichette
Whoah: Gelb and Ken Rosenthal are reporting that it’s a video call “in the coming days.” Bo Bichette is one of the biggest free agents on the market, and probably the biggest infielder out there for g...
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January 9, 2026 at 12:53 AM
What felt like a dream earlier in the offseason is starting to gain some serious steam.
The Phillies are meeting with Bo Bichette. It’s an absolute no brainer to go all-in at this point for the 27-year-old infielder.
Some thoughts:
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The Phillies are meeting with Bo Bichette. It’s an absolute no brainer to go all-in at this point for the 27-year-old infielder.
Some thoughts:
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Just because a player makes the same amount of money or struggles in a prior season, doesn't mean he's automatically "Whit Merrifield or Max Kepler 2.0"
In fact, Adolis Garcia is actually what the Phillies need. Somebody who isn't afraid of the moment.
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In fact, Adolis Garcia is actually what the Phillies need. Somebody who isn't afraid of the moment.
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Adolis Garcia is Who and What the Phillies Needed
The Phillies made their first big external free-agent splash on Monday morning, agreeing to a 1-year, $10M contract with RF Adolis Garcia.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Just because a player makes the same amount of money or struggles in a prior season, doesn't mean he's automatically "Whit Merrifield or Max Kepler 2.0"
In fact, Adolis Garcia is actually what the Phillies need. Somebody who isn't afraid of the moment.
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In fact, Adolis Garcia is actually what the Phillies need. Somebody who isn't afraid of the moment.
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Bryce Harper wasn’t good enough in the NLDS, and he’d be the first person to tell you that.
They shouldn’t trade him. He’s not a “playoff choker.” He’s the face of the franchise that saved Phillies baseball.
My thoughts on some recent comments:
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They shouldn’t trade him. He’s not a “playoff choker.” He’s the face of the franchise that saved Phillies baseball.
My thoughts on some recent comments:
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The Bryce Harper Overreactions are Really Bad
The Phillies were eliminated from the postseason and fell short of their ultimate goal again, but we're starting to lose the plot.
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October 15, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Bryce Harper wasn’t good enough in the NLDS, and he’d be the first person to tell you that.
They shouldn’t trade him. He’s not a “playoff choker.” He’s the face of the franchise that saved Phillies baseball.
My thoughts on some recent comments:
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They shouldn’t trade him. He’s not a “playoff choker.” He’s the face of the franchise that saved Phillies baseball.
My thoughts on some recent comments:
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What number do you start to hesitate on a 33-year-old DH? How much money can you offer a spark outfielder that has a career .714 OPS?
The Phillies have a lot of decisions to make. A full offseason roundup of free agents, arb-eligible players, and more.
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The Phillies have a lot of decisions to make. A full offseason roundup of free agents, arb-eligible players, and more.
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Phillies Roundup: A Full List of Free Agents, Arbitration Eligibility, and Big Decisions to Make
The Phillies have a combined 20 players that will either hit free agency, have an option, or be arbitration eligible.
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October 14, 2025 at 2:37 PM
What number do you start to hesitate on a 33-year-old DH? How much money can you offer a spark outfielder that has a career .714 OPS?
The Phillies have a lot of decisions to make. A full offseason roundup of free agents, arb-eligible players, and more.
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The Phillies have a lot of decisions to make. A full offseason roundup of free agents, arb-eligible players, and more.
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Kyle Schwarber missed a 1st-inning home run by about 5 feet.
October 4, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Kyle Schwarber missed a 1st-inning home run by about 5 feet.
Jesus Luzardo would have a 3.03 ERA with 210 strikeouts if you take away the Brewers and Blue Jays starts early in the summer.
His biggest development this year? Self-confidence. The past is behind him. All that matters now is October baseball.
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His biggest development this year? Self-confidence. The past is behind him. All that matters now is October baseball.
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Jesus Luzardo is Carrying Confidence into the Postseason
Jesus Luzardo made all 32 starts in a Major League Baseball season for just the second time in his major league career.
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September 25, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Jesus Luzardo would have a 3.03 ERA with 210 strikeouts if you take away the Brewers and Blue Jays starts early in the summer.
His biggest development this year? Self-confidence. The past is behind him. All that matters now is October baseball.
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His biggest development this year? Self-confidence. The past is behind him. All that matters now is October baseball.
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We’ve got some stuff to talk about.
- Game 1 Thriller in LA
- David Robertson
- The Beer Bong
- 1st Round Bye Magic Number
“Whatever the hell it takes, Topper”
We’ve got some stuff to talk about.
- Game 1 Thriller in LA
- David Robertson
- The Beer Bong
- 1st Round Bye Magic Number
“Whatever the hell it takes, Topper”
September 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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We’ve got some stuff to talk about.
- Game 1 Thriller in LA
- David Robertson
- The Beer Bong
- 1st Round Bye Magic Number
“Whatever the hell it takes, Topper”
We’ve got some stuff to talk about.
- Game 1 Thriller in LA
- David Robertson
- The Beer Bong
- 1st Round Bye Magic Number
“Whatever the hell it takes, Topper”
One day, you're sitting on your couch watching the sport you played for 20+ years. Three months later, you're ripping a beer bong at 40 years old after closing out a thriller to win the NL East.
1,174 strikeouts later, David Robertson is still doing it.
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1,174 strikeouts later, David Robertson is still doing it.
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Even 40-Year-Old David Robertson Hit the Beer Bong in the Clubhouse
Phillies reliever David Robertson was watching baseball on his couch three months ago.
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September 16, 2025 at 3:40 PM
One day, you're sitting on your couch watching the sport you played for 20+ years. Three months later, you're ripping a beer bong at 40 years old after closing out a thriller to win the NL East.
1,174 strikeouts later, David Robertson is still doing it.
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1,174 strikeouts later, David Robertson is still doing it.
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The Phillies have officially clinched a spot in the postseason for the 4th year in a row.
Next? The NL East.
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Next? The NL East.
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Phillies Clinch a Playoff Spot for the Fourth Year in a Row
With the Giants loss to the Dodgers, the Phillies have locked in their fourth straight playoff berth.
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September 15, 2025 at 12:02 AM
The Phillies have officially clinched a spot in the postseason for the 4th year in a row.
Next? The NL East.
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Next? The NL East.
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The Phillies have officially clinched a spot in the postseason.
September 14, 2025 at 11:17 PM
The Phillies have officially clinched a spot in the postseason.
“The group of guys we have in here is one of the most fun groups I’ve had in my career"
Max Kepler has found his role. He's running with it, and he's playing his best baseball at the most important time.
"You’re in a good spot. We believe in you"
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Max Kepler has found his role. He's running with it, and he's playing his best baseball at the most important time.
"You’re in a good spot. We believe in you"
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Max Kepler Has Turned Around His 2025 Season
Two months ago, it seemed like Max Kepler wouldn't have a spot on this Phillies team come October.
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September 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
“The group of guys we have in here is one of the most fun groups I’ve had in my career"
Max Kepler has found his role. He's running with it, and he's playing his best baseball at the most important time.
"You’re in a good spot. We believe in you"
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Max Kepler has found his role. He's running with it, and he's playing his best baseball at the most important time.
"You’re in a good spot. We believe in you"
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A milestone night turned into a historical night at Citizens Bank Park with 1 swing.
Kyle Schwarber has reached 50 home runs, and sits only with Ryan Howard in the Phillies history books.
This team feels a little different than the others:
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Kyle Schwarber has reached 50 home runs, and sits only with Ryan Howard in the Phillies history books.
This team feels a little different than the others:
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Kyle Schwarber Crushes Home Run #50, Phillies Break Multiple Milestones in 9-3 Win
Kyle Schwarber crushed his 50th home run of the season, becoming the second Phillie in franchise history to reach that milestone.
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September 10, 2025 at 2:26 AM
A milestone night turned into a historical night at Citizens Bank Park with 1 swing.
Kyle Schwarber has reached 50 home runs, and sits only with Ryan Howard in the Phillies history books.
This team feels a little different than the others:
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Kyle Schwarber has reached 50 home runs, and sits only with Ryan Howard in the Phillies history books.
This team feels a little different than the others:
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The Phillies needed it. The city of Philadelphia needed it. But most importantly, Aaron Nola needed it.
In a postseason atmosphere, the veteran delivered one of his best outings of the season. It's a huge step in the right direction for the Phillies.
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In a postseason atmosphere, the veteran delivered one of his best outings of the season. It's a huge step in the right direction for the Phillies.
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Nobody Needed a Big Performance More Than Aaron Nola
Aaron Nola has pitched 11 seasons in Philly with a 3.81 ERA in 282 starts, and you wouldn't think that's the case with the way people across the city talk about him.
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September 9, 2025 at 2:18 PM
The Phillies needed it. The city of Philadelphia needed it. But most importantly, Aaron Nola needed it.
In a postseason atmosphere, the veteran delivered one of his best outings of the season. It's a huge step in the right direction for the Phillies.
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In a postseason atmosphere, the veteran delivered one of his best outings of the season. It's a huge step in the right direction for the Phillies.
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Walker Buehler's best baseball has come in the postseason. Sure, he isn't the pitcher he was four years ago. But the Phillies are hoping to turn his 2025 season around.
On the pickup, the cheap deal, and what Buehler's role could be moving forward:
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On the pickup, the cheap deal, and what Buehler's role could be moving forward:
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Phillies Reportedly Agree to a Deal With Walker Buehler
The Phillies are signing Walker Buehler after being released by the Red Sox earlier in the week, per multiple reports. Buehler, 31, had struggled in Boston before his release, sporting a 5.45 ERA in 1...
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August 31, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Walker Buehler's best baseball has come in the postseason. Sure, he isn't the pitcher he was four years ago. But the Phillies are hoping to turn his 2025 season around.
On the pickup, the cheap deal, and what Buehler's role could be moving forward:
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On the pickup, the cheap deal, and what Buehler's role could be moving forward:
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Maybe David Robertson was asking for too much money this past offseason, but maybe a team should've given him that money.
The Phillies took the chance on a fresh-arm veteran in a mid-season acquisition, and it's paying off.
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The Phillies took the chance on a fresh-arm veteran in a mid-season acquisition, and it's paying off.
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David Robertson Has Made 29 Teams Look Foolish Through Four Phillies Games
David Robertson had a 3.00 ERA in 72 innings for the Rangers in 2024 and was not signed to a new team this past offseason.
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August 20, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Maybe David Robertson was asking for too much money this past offseason, but maybe a team should've given him that money.
The Phillies took the chance on a fresh-arm veteran in a mid-season acquisition, and it's paying off.
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The Phillies took the chance on a fresh-arm veteran in a mid-season acquisition, and it's paying off.
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It hasn't been an easy four months for Max Kepler. That home run tonight had to feel good.
He opened up on the postgame show more then he ever has about his struggles.
"I just gotta try and put my head down and keep going"
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He opened up on the postgame show more then he ever has about his struggles.
"I just gotta try and put my head down and keep going"
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Max Kepler Opens Up on a Tough 2025 Season
Max Kepler opens up on a tough Philadelphia Phillies season in a postgame interview where he mentioned the Phillies fans boos.
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August 6, 2025 at 2:02 AM
It hasn't been an easy four months for Max Kepler. That home run tonight had to feel good.
He opened up on the postgame show more then he ever has about his struggles.
"I just gotta try and put my head down and keep going"
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He opened up on the postgame show more then he ever has about his struggles.
"I just gotta try and put my head down and keep going"
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If Sunday night's game happens a week ago, Cristopher Sanchez would've went back out for the 9th inning.
"That's why we got Duran," Rob Thomson said, after watching his closer throw the fastest pitch in the history of Citizens Bank Park.
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"That's why we got Duran," Rob Thomson said, after watching his closer throw the fastest pitch in the history of Citizens Bank Park.
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One Week Ago, Cristopher Sanchez Pitches Sunday's 9th Inning
If Sunday night's series finale against the Detroit Tigers happens one week ago, Cristopher Sanchez is out on the mound for the Phillies in the 9th inning.
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August 4, 2025 at 1:37 PM
If Sunday night's game happens a week ago, Cristopher Sanchez would've went back out for the 9th inning.
"That's why we got Duran," Rob Thomson said, after watching his closer throw the fastest pitch in the history of Citizens Bank Park.
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"That's why we got Duran," Rob Thomson said, after watching his closer throw the fastest pitch in the history of Citizens Bank Park.
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"It's an honor. This is my dream come true"
The Phillies have their closer. Jhoan Duran is excited to pitch for a team that's trying to win a World Series.
A few notes from his opening presser:
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The Phillies have their closer. Jhoan Duran is excited to pitch for a team that's trying to win a World Series.
A few notes from his opening presser:
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"This is My Dream Come True," Says Jhoan Duran of Phillies Trade
Jhoan Duran has yet to throw a pitch for the Phillies, and he's already the nastiest reliever this team has had in a really, really long time.
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August 1, 2025 at 8:54 PM
"It's an honor. This is my dream come true"
The Phillies have their closer. Jhoan Duran is excited to pitch for a team that's trying to win a World Series.
A few notes from his opening presser:
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The Phillies have their closer. Jhoan Duran is excited to pitch for a team that's trying to win a World Series.
A few notes from his opening presser:
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Everybody knows that Jhoan Duran is good…but what makes him so effective?
I dove into every one of his pitches, a few trends I noticed over the last few years, an arm slot change leading him to more success, and more.
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I dove into every one of his pitches, a few trends I noticed over the last few years, an arm slot change leading him to more success, and more.
Give it a read:
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You Know the Name, But What Makes Jhoan Duran So Good?
Jhoan Duran is a special pitcher, and that's what the Philadelphia Phillies needed.
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July 31, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Everybody knows that Jhoan Duran is good…but what makes him so effective?
I dove into every one of his pitches, a few trends I noticed over the last few years, an arm slot change leading him to more success, and more.
Give it a read:
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I dove into every one of his pitches, a few trends I noticed over the last few years, an arm slot change leading him to more success, and more.
Give it a read:
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The Phillies need protection behind Bryce Harper. Eugenio Suarez slotting into the cleanup spot would do wonders for this baseball team.
Could it actually happen? It seems like it’s not a dream anymore.
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Could it actually happen? It seems like it’s not a dream anymore.
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Could the Phillies Actually Land Eugenio Suarez?
The MLB trade deadline is just five days away, and the stove is starting to heat up. A couple of moves have been made already across the league. Ryan McMahon to the Yankees, Gregory Soto to the Mets, ...
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July 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
The Phillies need protection behind Bryce Harper. Eugenio Suarez slotting into the cleanup spot would do wonders for this baseball team.
Could it actually happen? It seems like it’s not a dream anymore.
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Could it actually happen? It seems like it’s not a dream anymore.
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Felix Bautista, a potential trade target for the Phillies, is headed to the 15-day IL with right shoulder discomfort.
July 24, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Felix Bautista, a potential trade target for the Phillies, is headed to the 15-day IL with right shoulder discomfort.
I’m starting to run out of words for Cristopher Sanchez. It’s just night after night of straight dominance.
We’re watching the best left-handed starter in the NL every five days, and he’s not even our #1.
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We’re watching the best left-handed starter in the NL every five days, and he’s not even our #1.
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Cristopher Sanchez Fans 12 Red Sox in Dominant Complete Game
Cristopher Sanchez tossed his third career complete game on Tuesday night as the Phillies beat the Red Sox 4-1 to clinch the series.
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July 23, 2025 at 2:34 AM
I’m starting to run out of words for Cristopher Sanchez. It’s just night after night of straight dominance.
We’re watching the best left-handed starter in the NL every five days, and he’s not even our #1.
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We’re watching the best left-handed starter in the NL every five days, and he’s not even our #1.
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