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It’s pretty clear Castellanos never really wanted to be in Philly but that was the only place he could get the contract he wanted. And he simply couldn’t accept that he wasn’t as good as he thought he was and wouldn’t hear it from anyone else
February 12, 2026 at 8:59 PM
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Yeah they were sick of him
From Matt Gelb in the Athletic “Removed for defensive purposes in a game against the Miami Marlins, played in his hometown with family and friends in the seats, Castellanos directed his ire at Phillies coaches. The beer served as a prop. If not in the game, Castellanos was on vacation. He yelled at the coaches and manager Rob Thomson while teammates watched. Two players who were not on the field at that time, Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto, intervened. They tried to usher Castellanos out of sight before cameras could capture a player drinking a beer in an active dugout. Howie Kendrick, the former longtime big leaguer and now a Phillies special assistant, attempted to be a peacemaker by snatching the beer. They urged the right fielder to cool down and discuss the issue after the game ended. It was only a two-run game, and the Phillies who were still in the game had to secure a victory. Castellanos ranted more to Thomson before disappearing into the clubhouse.” “From the moment he came to Philadelphia in March 2022, Castellanos detected what he perceived as disrespect toward him. He was a star player who joined a roster filled with bigger stars, a challenging dynamic. Castellanos fought for himself when he did not think he was being treated like a star. He endured the first prolonged struggles of a successful career. He did not wish to return to the Phillies in 2026 if it was as a part-time player. He bristled when he thought other teammates were afforded more luxuries. The Phillies did not see it that way; they believed they had gone to great lengths to create a comfortable environment for Castellanos - something team officials knew was important to him. His oldest son, Liam, was a frequent presence on the field and in the clubhouse before games. Other clubs might have been more proactive in platooning Castellanos or removing him for defense well before the Phillies attempted it.” “For months, many of Castellanos' teammates had a running debate. They could not consider him a "bad teammate" because there were so many instances of Castellanos doing thoughtful things. He extended advice to younger players. He offered space in his home for call-ups if they needed it. He worked. He was levelheaded on the field, an example for everyone. He rushed to Orion Kerkering's side in the aftermath of a season-ending mistake in Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Dodger Stadium. It was his last act on the field with the Phillies.” “But Castellanos, many of his teammates argued, was not a team player. This was an important distinction to make. His candor, appreciated by some because there was never any guessing about where Castellanos stood, was not for everyone. A team player, Phillies sources said, would have understood that late-inning defensive substitutions were not necessarily an indictment of his abilities. The team had a better chance to win that game with a defensive upgrade. A team player, Phillies sources said, would not play music from his own portable speaker if he personally had a good game after a Phillies loss.”
February 12, 2026 at 8:34 PM
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Good Castellanos was about as fun of a player to watch hit as any on the club. Bad Castellanos was as infuriating as anyone.

The contract was awful but it was the moment that changed Phillies ownership and that means something.

He was part of a pennant winning team I loved watching every night.
February 12, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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I’m choosing to remember the Nick Castellanos that damn near single handedly beat the Braves in the 2023 NLDS and made great defensive plays during the 2022 World Series run

He ultimately didn’t come close to expectations, but he had his moments
February 12, 2026 at 7:54 PM
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Castellanos also addresses the “Miami incident” when he was pulled from the game.
February 12, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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Nick Castellanos IG post -- a hand written parting note to the city of Philadelphia.
February 12, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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Report: Phillies are releasing Nick Castellanos

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Report: Phillies release Nick Castellanos
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February 12, 2026 at 7:41 PM
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Well now we know what happened that fateful night in Miami
scottlauber.bsky.social Scott Lauber @scottlauber.bsky.social · 6h
In a letter posted on Instagram, Nick Castellanos admits that he was benched on June 16 in Miami for bringing a beer into the dugout after Rob Thomson took him out of the game for defense in the ninth inning. www.instagram.com/p/DUq1rwokWG...
Nick Castellanos on Instagram
9,195 likes, 724 comments - casty_8 on February 12, 2026
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February 12, 2026 at 7:40 PM
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as there’s a drive into deep left field by Castellanos and that’ll be a home run
mattgelb.bsky.social Matt Gelb @mattgelb.bsky.social · 6h
The Phillies are releasing Nick Castellanos.
February 12, 2026 at 7:36 PM
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Three Subtle Phillies Predictions

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Three Subtle Phillies Predictions
Nothing flashy but some adjustments that might happen.
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February 12, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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Phillies Slogans for 2026

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Phillies Slogans for 2026
“Go Phils” is a classic , but we can try something new.
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February 12, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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Which Phillies player will you be watching the closest this spring?

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Which Phillies player will you be watching the closest this spring?
Who will you put under the microscope?
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February 12, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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Phillies News: Zack Wheeler, Orion Kerkering, PECOTA

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Phillies News: Zack Wheeler, Orion Kerkering, PECOTA
Who wants ribs?
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February 12, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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schmenk.bsky.social
4️⃣2️⃣ days until #Phillies Opening Day.

When Bryce Harper gets on base 4️⃣2️⃣ more times, he’ll have 3,000 times on base and 3,000 total bases.

✅ Only the 6th player of the wildcard era to reach 3,000/3,000 by age 33

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February 12, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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Community Prospect list: #13 - Romeli Espinosa

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The Good Phight’s Community Prospect list: #13 - Romeli Espinosa
We could have a new prospect crush
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February 11, 2026 at 7:29 PM
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That’s a lot going on for one post
mattgelb.bsky.social Matt Gelb @mattgelb.bsky.social · 1d
Zack Wheeler kept the rib that was removed to correct his thoracic outlet syndrome. It’s in his closet. He is happy with his progress. Orion Kerkering has a Grade 1 hamstring strain. He’ll be a little behind. So will Michael Mercado (shoulder) and Dan Robert (cardiovascular).
February 11, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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Braves and Mets hit with big injury news as Phillies open camp

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Braves and Mets hit with big injury news as Phillies open camp
Noted Phillie killer Spencer Schwellenbach could miss the entire 2026 season.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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Phillies pitchers and catchers: Aaron Nola, Zack Wheeler and Cristopher Sánchez.
February 11, 2026 at 3:22 PM
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Zack Wheeler playing catch on first day of Phillies pitchers and catchers
February 11, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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Pitchers and Catchers report today. Will you be following?

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Pitchers and catchers report today. Will you be following?
Signs of spring.
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February 11, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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Smell that?

That’s the smell of pitchers and catchers reporting
February 11, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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schmenk.bsky.social
4️⃣3️⃣ days until #Phillies Opening Day.

With 4️⃣3️⃣ more HRs Kyle Schwarber will have 383 for his career total.

That would surpass Ryan Howard's 382 for 71st most in MLB history.

www.baseball-reference.com/leaders/HR_c...

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February 11, 2026 at 11:42 AM
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Phillies News: Andrew Painter, Philippe Aumont, Francisco Lindor

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Phillies news: Andrew Painter, Phillippe Aumont, Francisco Lindor
Injuries. As far as the eye can see…
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February 11, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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Are the Phillies really at all deep in their rotation?

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Are the Phillies really at all deep in their rotation?
There have to be more options
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February 10, 2026 at 9:56 PM
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There have been many really good seasons by teenagers in MLB history.

But only one player had 50 extra base hits in a season where their season age was 19 or under.

www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...

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February 10, 2026 at 5:18 PM