As MLB’s Opening Day draws near, MLB Pipeline has released its latest prospect rankings in anticipation of the upcoming season. While the Philadelphia Phillies may not be overly thrilled with their farm system’s placement in this recent update, there are reasons for optimism. The Phillies’ development system is currently ranked 22nd by MLB Pipeline. Initially,…
The Philadelphia Phillies boast a roster that places them squarely in discussions about the World Series, fueled by their recent appearances in back-to-back NLCS and a trip to the World Series just two years prior. With a bolstered lineup, the Phillies aim to reclaim their former glory this season, although they face stiff competition from…
The Philadelphia Phillies are set to host the divisional rivals Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, March 28, marking the commencement of the 2024 season. Here’s our updated take on what the opening day lineup might look like under manager Rob Thomson’s guidance. 1. Kyle Schwarber, Designated Hitter (DH): Despite Schwarber’s unconventional leadoff…
Philadelphia Phillies Opening Day Roster Forecasts With the countdown to March 28 underway, it’s time to anticipate the Philadelphia Phillies’ Opening Day roster. The team kicks off the regular season with back-to-back home series against the Atlanta Braves and the Cincinnati Reds, presenting a pivotal moment for roster decisions. Complicating matters are the limited minor…
With less than three weeks until Opening Day, the Philadelphia Phillies have finally made some spring training roster cuts. The team announced three moves on Monday morning, ahead of a Grapefruit League showdown with the New York Yankees. Right-handed pitchers Tyler Phillips and Griff McGarry were reassigned to minor league training camp, while another righty,…
The Braves typically refrain from making big splashes in free agency. Since Alex Anthopoulos assumed the role of general manager in 2017, the largest contract they’ve offered was a four-year, $65 million deal to Marcell Ozuna, who was already with the team. However, they deviated from their usual approach this offseason by making a concerted…