Bryce Harper, the first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies, showcased his newfound “dad strength” in his comeback game after being on paternity leave. This happened on Thursday in Cincinnati. The San Diego Padres are eager for Manny Machado to do the same when they face off against Harper and the Phillies in a three-game series…
Taijuan Walker, dealing with right shoulder soreness, is poised to kick off his season later this week. Manager Rob Thomson announced that Walker will take the mound for the Phillies on Sunday against the San Diego Padres, marking his debut for the team. This move is likely to see Spencer Turnbull transition to a bullpen…
The Philadelphia Phillies have started the season slowly, with a current record of 9-8 following a recent victory against the Colorado Rockies on Monday. Both their offense and pitching have encountered difficulties, particularly with the Phillies’ hitters falling short of preseason expectations. While there have been notable performances on the pitching mound, there have also…
Andrew McCutchen, the designated hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates, has had a sluggish start to the 2024 season. After eight games, he had only managed five hits out of 31 at-bats, along with six walks and 15 strikeouts, suggesting that the pressure of reaching a significant milestone was affecting his performance. Starting the season with…
The offseason saw the departure of Craig Kimbrel, last year’s closer for the Philadelphia Phillies, who signed with the Baltimore Orioles. Despite concerns surrounding their bullpen, the front office showed minimal interest in adding new talent, opting not to make any moves despite the availability of high-profile players. Much of their confidence stemmed from Orion…
Beau Burrows was settling into his hotel room in Charlotte, North Carolina when his phone rang unexpectedly one late Saturday night. Just a couple of days earlier, on March 21, the Twins had let go of the right-hander, voiding the minor-league contract he had signed back in January. With his plans altered, Burrows and his…
In the early stages of the regular season, the Atlanta Braves found themselves at the center of controversy due to a questionable call made by home plate umpire Bruce Dreckman. During Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Dreckman’s decision on a pivotal 2-2 pitch from Braves pitcher Max Fried significantly impacted the outcome of the…
The Philadelphia Phillies have finalized their roster for the Opening Day game, now slated for Friday, March 29, following a delay in the home opener due to adverse weather conditions. However, the team remains in pursuit of adding another left-handed hitting outfielder, as reported by USA Today’s Bob Nightengale. Who is being considered to address…
The Philadelphia Phillies continue to pare down their spring training roster as Opening Day approaches, announcing their fourth round of cuts on Wednesday morning. Seven more players were sent to the minor league camp, reducing the major league camp to 43 players. Included among the seven players were two of the team’s Top 30 prospects…
The Philadelphia Phillies consistently find ways to captivate their fans, maintaining their reputation for offering a vibrant home-field experience. Renowned across the league for its formidable home advantage, Citizens Bank Park has proven to be a daunting venue for visiting teams, particularly evident during the recent postseasons. One aspect in which the Phillies excel is…