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Kyle Morton

Kyle Morton

Joined: Jan 28, 2025

Kyle Morton has covered various sports from amateur to professional level athletics. A graduate of Fordham University, Kyle specializes in MLB and NHL coverage while having previous bylines with SB Nation, The Hockey Writers, HighSchoolOT, and Sports World News. He spent time working the beat for the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes and is an avid fan of the NHL, MLB, NFL and college basketball. Enjoys the outdoors and hiking in his free time away from sports.

Apr 29, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering (50) watches the baseball after allowing a three-run home run during the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park
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Another Philadelphia Phillies Reliever Falters As Bullpen Struggles Continue

The Philadelphia Phillies have had all sorts of bullpen trouble this season, and another core member of the group nearly gave away a game against a divisional foe on Tuesday.

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Apr 13, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium
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Starting Rotation Listed As Philadelphia Phillies' Reason for Optimism

A former MLB executive dubbed the team's starting rotation as the biggest reason for optimism so far for Phiiladelphia Phillies fans.

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Apr 6, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jordan Romano (68) hands the ball to manager Rob Thomson (59) after being removed from the game during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park.
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Struggling Bullpen Holds Philadelphia Phillies Back in Latest Power Rankings

The Philadelphia Phillies are still viewed as one of the better teams in MLB, but a faulty bullpen is holding them back from joining the elite tier.

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Apr 10, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) celebrates after a home run against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning at Truist Park.
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Philadelphia Phillies Boss Hopes To Keep Kyle Schwarber on Team for 'Years To Come'

A Philadelphia Phillies fan-favorite slugger is set to be a free agent after the 2025 season, but Dave Dombrowski hopes to keep him in the City of Brotherly Love for the long haul.

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Mar 31, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh (16) against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park.
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Struggling Philadelphia Phillies Outfielder on Injured List with Hamstring Issue

One of the Philadelphia Phillies' everyday outfielders is heading to the injured list with a hamstring issue while suffering from a brutal slump.

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Feb 25, 2025; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson (96) slides safely into second base against Philadelphia Phillies infielder Aidan Miller (81) at Charlotte Sports Park.
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Keep an Eye On This Top Philadelphia Phillies Prospect in Crucial Season

The Philadelphia Phillies have several high-value prospects, but a promising infielder making the full-time jump to a new level in 2025 is the one to watch this season.

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Mar 31, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third base Alec Bohm (28) uses a torpedo bat during the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park.
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With World Series Hopes, Phillies Need More From Talented Slumping Infielder

The Philadelphia Phillies are winning games and hitting the ball well, but one key player needs to step up if the team is going to deliver on its World Series aspirations.

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Sep 25, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez (61) throws a pitch against the Chicago Cubs in the fifth inning at Citizens Bank Park.
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Which Phillies Starting Pitcher Earned Surprising MLB-Wide Top 100 Ranking?

The Philadelphia Phillies starting rotation is so stacked with talent that even the team's fifth starter is seen as a top 100 player in MLB by prominent analysts.

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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.
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Star Phillies Reliever Shares His Fiery Take on New Torpedo Bats

As the baseball world can't get enough discussion of the new torpedo bats, this Philadelphia Phillies pitcher offered his two cents.

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Mar 4, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees in the second inning during spring training at BayCare Ballpark.
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Notable Prediction Sees Phillies Ace Accomplish Something for First Time in Career

The Philadelphia Phillies will accomplish something for the first time in his career if this prediction comes true.

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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.
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Phillies Speedster Makes Opening Day Roster But Must Make One Change

The Philadelphia Phillies have confirmed the winner of one more spot on their Opening Day roster, and he's making one big change ahead of the 2025 season.

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Mar 16, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Dylan Cease against the Los Angeles Angels during a spring training game at Tempe Diablo Stadium.
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Phillies Could Be Interested in Acquiring Padres Ace, Just Not When Some Think

The Philadelphia Phillies already have one of the most stacked starting rotations in MLB, but adding another major ace could vaunt the team to World Series favorite status.

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