Opinions

Aug 5, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Andrew Painter (24) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

The Philadelphia Phillies are in dire need of strong performances from Andrew Painter and Alan Rangel to start their series with the St. Louis Cardinals.

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies are in dire need of strong performances from Andrew Painter and Alan Rangel to start their series with the St. Louis Cardinals.

Recent Articles

Opinions

Justin Crawford has turned his rookie season around with more playing time, becoming an important contributor to the Philadelphia Phillies offense.

Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola (27) throws a pitch against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Opinions

Aaron Nola has improved his performance but the Philadelphia Phillies aren't taking advantage.

Jul 31, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly looks on during the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

News

The Philadelphia Phillies odds of making the playoffs and winning a title are heading in the wrong direction.

Aug 5, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez (4) runs the bases on a home run during the second inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Opinions

Luis Arraez has gotten off to a scorching hot start to his Philadelphia Phillies tenure.

Jul 6, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner (7) throws to first base during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies made wholesale changes to their defensive alignment, but didn't move Trea Turner from shortstop, which was the right move.

Aug 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez (4) warms up before a game against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies thought process behind adding Luis Arraez to the lineup should raise some eyebrows.

Jul 27, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm (28) warms up against the Miami Marlins before the game at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Opinions

At least one MLB writer is not a fan of the Philadelphia Phillies plan with Alec Bohm.

Jul 14, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a Chicago White Sox hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the fourth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies would be smart to pursue a reunion with a Chicago White Sox outfielder who is going to be released.

Jul 25, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) reacts in the direction of fans during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

News

Bryce Harper is willing to do whatever it takes to help the Philadelphia Phillies win games.

Opinions

There are some winners and losers on the Philadelphia Phillies stemming from the

Oct 10, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies president Dave Dombrowski watches a team workout for the NLDS at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies did a great job at the MLB trade deadline, but there were a few missteps.

Jul 25, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Luis Arraez (1) speaks to the media after a win against the Los Angeles Angels at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Opinions

A roundup of how the Philadelphia Phillies did at the MLB trade deadline this year.

Jul 27, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Luis Arraez (1) gestures during the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies deserve a strong grade for their trade with the San Francisco Giants acquiring Luis Arraez and Caleb Kilian.

Jul 22, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies Bryan De La Cruz reacts after hitting a home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the fifth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Opinions

The emergence of Bryan De La Cruz in the Philadelphia Phillies' outfield should lead to an adjustment to the team's deadline plans.

Aug 18, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Former Philadelphia Phillies president Dave Dombrowski during Phillies Alumni Weekend and the 20th anniversary of Citizens Bank Park before game against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies are reeling, but the MLB trade deadline could provide them with some much-needed help.

Jul 27, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) stands on the field against the Miami Marlins during the ninth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a brutal collapse in their finale against the Miami Marlins that should prompt even more urgency to make a trade.

Jul 21, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) looks on against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fifth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies MLB trade deadline plans could alter depending on how Zack Wheeler returns to the mound for his next start.

Jul 16, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola (27) is removed from the game by Philadelphia Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly (8) during the seventh inning against the New York Mets against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies have played better under interim manager Don Mattingly, but work remains to be done.

May 29, 2017; Miami, FL, USA; A general view of the special Memorial Day Philadelphia Phillies hat in the dugout during the game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Opinions

What if part of the solution to the Philadelphia Phillies' pitching staff needs is already in the house?

Jul 16, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm (28) against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

News

Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm provided some insight into why the team is struggling to consistently get on base.

Jul 16, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola (27) reacts after allowing a home run before being removed from the game during the seventh inning against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

News

The Philadelphia Phillies' biggest need is starting pitching and one statistic proves why.

Jul 11, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Brandon Marsh (16) looks on after an at bat in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Opinions

When looking at the Philadelphia Phillies’ first half, one player emerged as the team’s biggest surprise while another was their biggest disappointment.

May 17, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski looks on in the dugout before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Opinions

The Philadelphia Phillies have a major need Dave Dombrowski needs to address ahead of the MLB trade deadline.

Jul 11, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez (61) throws during the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Game Day

The Philadelphia Phillies may have provided some evidence that they can at least compete with the Los Angeles Dodgers and deal with Shohei Ohtani come playoff time.