Globe iconLogin iconRecap iconSearch iconTickets icon
news

Latest Phillies News arrow-downArrow Down icon Arrow Up icon

Adolis has simple plan to snap back into form in 2026

December 20, 2025

PHILADELPHIA -- Adolis García said he doesn’t want to be a hero. The Phillies don’t want him to be one, either.

Phillies deal LHP Strahm to Royals, acquire RHP Bowlan

December 19, 2025

PHILADELPHIA -- When the Phillies signed right-hander Brad Keller on Thursday to a two-year, $22 million contract, an obvious question followed: Why would they spend so much money on another late-inning reliever?

Phils add lefty Backhus in trade with D-backs for OF prospect

December 19, 2025

PHILADELPHIA – The Phillies have reshaped their bullpen the past couple days. Thursday, they signed right-handed setup man Brad Keller to a two-year, $22 million contract. Friday, they traded All-Star reliever Matt Strahm to the Royals for right-hander Jonathan Bowlan. A short time later, they sent Minor League outfielder Avery

Each team's best single-game performance of '25

December 19, 2025

As we say goodbye to 2025, it's a good time to revisit some of the best moments of the past season. From 13-strikeout complete games to multiple four-homer performances, the 2025 campaign featured excitement all across MLB. With the help of all 30 MLB.com beat writers, here's a look at

Will No. 2 prospect Aidan Miller stick at shortstop?

@benweinrib
December 18, 2025

One question has followed Aidan Miller since his days as a Florida prep star: will he stick at shortstop long term? The 6-foot-1, 205-pound infielder shifted to third base as he physically matured in high school, but when the Phillies selected MLB's No. 32 prospect in the first round of

Phillies sign reliever Brad Keller to 2-year deal

December 18, 2025

PHILADELPHIA – President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski indicated on Tuesday that the Phillies would pursue a reliever or two before Spring Training. Now, he has one. The Phillies announced on Thursday that they had signed a two-year deal with right-hander Brad Keller reportedly worth $22 million.

Latest Phillies injuries & transactions

December 11, 2025

This page will be updated throughout the offseason with all the latest Phillies injury news and transactions.

Adolis García, Phillies finalize 1-year deal

December 16, 2025

PHILADELPHIA – The Phillies have found Nick Castellanos’ replacement in right field. The Phillies and Adolis García finalized a one-year contract for 2026 on Tuesday. The deal is worth $10 million, according to a source.

Phillies' outfield picture solidifies following García deal

December 16, 2025

PHILADELPHIA -- Adolis García will be the Phillies’ new right fielder in 2026. Justin Crawford will be the new center fielder. Brandon Marsh and a right-handed bat – perhaps Otto Kemp – will share time in left.

3 big questions about a potential Phillies-Realmuto reunion

@Theo_DeRosa
December 13, 2025

J.T. Realmuto is up next. Now that the Phillies have achieved their top offseason goal -- re-signing star designated hitter Kyle Schwarber -- they can turn their attention to Realmuto. The veteran catcher is a free agent after seven seasons with the club, and Philadelphia aims to retain Realmuto as

Who will be the No. 1 prospect in each system one year from now?

@SamDykstraMiLB
December 16, 2025

This story was excerpted from MLB Pipeline's newsletter. Subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.

Breaking down the Phillies' OF options after re-signing Schwarber

@ByJasonFoster
December 14, 2025

The Phillies answered one big offseason question by re-signing slugging lefty DH Kyle Schwarber to a five-year, $150 million deal. But other questions remain -- including how the outfield will shape up in 2026. With Nick Castellanos expected to be traded or released before next season and the team agreeing

1 fun holiday gift idea for fans of each MLB team

December 14, 2025

Scrambling for a holiday gift for the baseball fan(s) in your life? Calm down. Take a breath. We're here to help. With an assist from MLB.com's beat writers, here's one fun gift idea for fans of each team, all available at MLBshop.com. Jump to: AL East | AL Central |

'Conversations that I never forgot': Behind Schwarber-Philly reunion

December 10, 2025

PHILADELPHIA – Kyle Schwarber talked to a lot of people the past couple months. The conversations started in Philadelphia. He had a good chat with Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski shortly after the Phils’ season ended in disappointment in October at Dodger Stadium.

Everyone wants Kyle Tucker. But which teams are the best fit?

December 11, 2025

Players like Kyle Tucker are rarely available in free agency. He's a five-tool, prime-age talent, who will not turn 29 until the new year. He's also one of the most consistent players in the game. These are his Wins Above Replacement (WAR) totals since 2021, per FanGraphs: 4.9, 4.9, 4.9,

With Schwarber set, Realmuto moves up Phils' priority list

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Phillies learned late Monday night that Kyle Schwarber agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract to stay in Philadelphia through 2030. The designated hitter took a physical on Tuesday morning. The Phillies announced the deal on Tuesday night.

Phils swap Minors righties with Rays, acquire Yoniel Curet

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Phillies opened the Winter Meetings this week with five spots locked up in an eight-man bullpen. The group included right-handers Jhoan Duran and Orion Kerkering and left-handers Matt Strahm, José Alvarado and Tanner Banks. But the Phillies and Rays made a trade following Wednesday’s Rule 5

Phils lose RHP McGarry, add RHP McCambley in Rule 5 Draft

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. – If you’re right-handed and make a living throwing from a mound, you had a seemingly good chance of hearing your name called during Wednesday’s Rule 5 Draft. There were a total of 13 players taken during the Major League phase of the Rule 5 Draft and 12

Who will the Phillies take with their first pick in the '26 Draft?

December 11, 2025

With the Draft Lottery in the books, the 2026 MLB Draft order is now in place, with some changes possible based on free-agent signings. The lottery didn’t impact the Phillies’ placement in the Draft order, since they were a playoff team, but between the top of the Draft being set

How Rule 5 Draft impacts Phils' Top 30 Prospects list

@SamDykstraMiLB
December 10, 2025

Call them the lucky 13. Thirteen players -- 12 right-handed pitchers and one catcher -- received their best chances yet to crack a Major League roster upon their selections in the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday. All 13 were Rule 5-eligible because of the length of their careers and were