<![CDATA[Philadelphia Phillies - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/mlb/team/phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngPhiladelphia Phillies - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/mlb/team/phillies/The Athletic Media CompanySat, 29 Jun 2024 06:00:05 GMTFri, 28 Jun 2024 22:33:09 GMT<![CDATA[How the Phillies will try to power forward without Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5601489/2024/06/28/phillies-bryce-harper-kyle-schwarber-injuries/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5601489/2024/06/28/phillies-bryce-harper-kyle-schwarber-injuries/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 22:33:09 GMTDETROIT, MICHIGAN - JUNE 26: Nick Castellanos #8 and Bryson Stott #5 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrate scoring runs against the Detroit Tigers during the top of the fifth inning at Comerica Park on June 26, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies' Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber go on IL, but avoid significant injuries: Sources]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5600695/2024/06/28/bryce-harper-hamstring-injury-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5600695/2024/06/28/bryce-harper-hamstring-injury-phillies/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:16:15 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - AUGUST 06: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies and Bryce Harper #3 after he hits a 2 run homerun during the game against the Kansas City Royals on August 6, 2023 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Missing Bats: Strikeouts broke baseball. Now a league grapples with how to fix itself]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5597907/2024/06/28/missing-bats-part-5-strikeouts-future/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5597907/2024/06/28/missing-bats-part-5-strikeouts-future/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:25 GMT<![CDATA[Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber hurt as Phillies' injury concerns mount at halfway point]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598682/2024/06/27/bryce-harper-kyle-schwarber-injuries-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598682/2024/06/27/bryce-harper-kyle-schwarber-injuries-phillies/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 02:03:17 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 27: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after an injury in the bottom of the ninth inning against the Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park on June 27, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Marlins defeated the Phillies 7-4. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB trade target tiers: Ranking 92 hitters, starters and relievers who could be available]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594533/2024/06/27/mlb-trade-deadline-targets-rankings-tiers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594533/2024/06/27/mlb-trade-deadline-targets-rankings-tiers/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:15:25 GMT<![CDATA[Spencer Turnbull's Detroit return cut short, adding new layer to Phillies' rotation situation]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594750/2024/06/26/phillies-spencer-turnbull-injury/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594750/2024/06/26/phillies-spencer-turnbull-injury/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:47:36 GMTDETROIT, MICHIGAN - JUNE 26: Spencer Turnbull #22 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after Matt Vierling #8 of the Detroit Tigers hit a home run during the bottom of the first inning at Comerica Park on June 26, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Lefty Tarik Skubal stumps Phillies, bringing into focus possible area to upgrade at trade deadline]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591948/2024/06/26/phillies-trade-deadline-upgrade-possibility/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591948/2024/06/26/phillies-trade-deadline-upgrade-possibility/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:03:43 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Kyle Schwarber heads for the dugout after striking out against the Detroit Tigers during the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 25, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)<![CDATA[MLB execs predict Crochet, Chisholm and 16 other players most likely to be traded at deadline]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591788/2024/06/26/mlb-trade-deadline-predictions-crochet-chisholm/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591788/2024/06/26/mlb-trade-deadline-predictions-crochet-chisholm/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:01:22 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies' Alec Bohm is shining in All-Star voting, and the support means everything]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588790/2024/06/25/alec-bohm-all-star-voting-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588790/2024/06/25/alec-bohm-all-star-voting-phillies/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:15:37 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JUNE 15: Alec Bohm #28 of the Philadelphia Phillies bats against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on June 15, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB trade deadline report: Targets and teams to track in murky market]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587838/2024/06/25/mlb-trade-deadline-notes-targets-teams-buyers-sellers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587838/2024/06/25/mlb-trade-deadline-notes-targets-teams-buyers-sellers/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:01:00 GMTOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 19: Mason Miller #19 of the Oakland Athletics celebrates his game-winning strike out against the Kansas City Royals in the ninth inning at Oakland Coliseum on June 19, 2024 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Phillies, Yankees fight for first, Blue Jays wilt; Who's your team's MDP?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586794/2024/06/25/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586794/2024/06/25/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies-2/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:41 GMT<![CDATA[Missing Bats: How culture and tech converged to spread baseball’s strikeout gospel]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561740/2024/06/25/missing-bats-part-2-technology-coaching-spread-strikeouts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561740/2024/06/25/missing-bats-part-2-technology-coaching-spread-strikeouts/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:39 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies turn first 1-3-5 triple play in 95 years]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588491/2024/06/24/phillies-1-3-5-triple-play-tigers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588491/2024/06/24/phillies-1-3-5-triple-play-tigers/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:41:20 GMTJun 24, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers third baseman Matt Vierling (8) breaks his bat as he hits into a triple play in the third inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Spencer Turnbull returns to Detroit after last season's fiasco: 'Nobody knows the real story']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588312/2024/06/24/spencer-turnbull-returns-to-face-tigers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588312/2024/06/24/spencer-turnbull-returns-to-face-tigers/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 23:21:55 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 19: Spencer Turnbull #22 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts in the top of the seventh inning against the Chicago White Sox at Citizens Bank Park on April 19, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the White Sox 7-0. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Missing Bats: How an obsession with strikeouts upended the balance of baseball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537852/2024/06/24/mlb-missing-bats-baseball-strikeout-pitch-tracking/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537852/2024/06/24/mlb-missing-bats-baseball-strikeout-pitch-tracking/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:12 GMT<![CDATA[Spencer Turnbull relishes rejoining rotation as Phillies push pause on Taijuan Walker]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585154/2024/06/23/spencer-turnbull-phillies-rotation-taijuan-walker/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585154/2024/06/23/spencer-turnbull-phillies-rotation-taijuan-walker/Sun, 23 Jun 2024 19:58:41 GMTRETRANSMITTING CORRECTING NAME FROM BRYCE HARPER TO SPENCER TURNBULL CORRECT CAPTION BELOW Philadelphia Phillies&#039; Spencer Turnbull warms up during a workout day ahead of the MLB London Series Match at the London Stadium, London. Picture date: Friday June 7, 2024. (Photo by Zac Goodwin/PA Images via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Cristopher Sánchez, Phillies agree to 4-year extension as LHP rewarded for remarkable rise]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5583373/2024/06/22/cristopher-sanchez-contract-extension-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5583373/2024/06/22/cristopher-sanchez-contract-extension-phillies/Sat, 22 Jun 2024 15:35:13 GMTJun 4, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sanchez (61) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Cole Hamels returns for Phillies celebration, wants future role: 'I just want to be an asset']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582533/2024/06/21/phillies-cole-hamels/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582533/2024/06/21/phillies-cole-hamels/Sat, 22 Jun 2024 02:44:00 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 21: Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels throws out the first pitch after a ceremony where he officially retired with the Phillies before a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citizens Bank Park on June 21, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Three Phillies takeaways: Better at-bats, the outfield and the trade deadline, Stubbs vs. Marchán]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578678/2024/06/21/phillies-hitters-outfield-trade-deadline/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578678/2024/06/21/phillies-hitters-outfield-trade-deadline/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:10:10 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - JUNE 19: Alec Bohm #28 of the Philadelphia Phillies at bat during the game against the San Diego Padres on June 19, 2024 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies' Ranger Suárez pitches in front of his family for the first time, and it's 'beautiful']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576499/2024/06/19/ranger-suarez-pitch-children-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576499/2024/06/19/ranger-suarez-pitch-children-phillies/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:52:57 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 19: Ranger Suárez #55 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches during the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Citizens Bank Park on June 19, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 MLB Mock draft 2.0: Charlie Condon to Cleveland, Bryce Rainer into the top 10]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572706/2024/06/19/mlb-mock-draft-2024-charlie-condon-bryce-rainer/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572706/2024/06/19/mlb-mock-draft-2024-charlie-condon-bryce-rainer/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:00:25 GMT<![CDATA[The essence of Kyle Schwarber, the Phillies' everyman slugger with an empathetic spirit]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571231/2024/06/18/the-essence-of-kyle-schwarber-the-phillies-everyman-slugger-with-an-empathetic-spirit/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571231/2024/06/18/the-essence-of-kyle-schwarber-the-phillies-everyman-slugger-with-an-empathetic-spirit/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:45:32 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 06: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting a solo home run in the bottom of the eighth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Citizens Bank Park on May 6, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Giants 6-1. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Diamondbacks, Cardinals on the rise; every team's unsung hero]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5569385/2024/06/18/mlb-power-rankings-diamondbacks-cardinals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5569385/2024/06/18/mlb-power-rankings-diamondbacks-cardinals/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:00:59 GMT<![CDATA[MLB City Connect: All 29 uniforms ranked, from the so-so to the sublime]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560347/2024/06/17/mlb-city-connect-uniform-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560347/2024/06/17/mlb-city-connect-uniform-rankings/Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:00:01 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies end frustrating trip and, with Trea Turner set to return, change is coming to outfield]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568758/2024/06/16/phillies-roster-road-trip-trea-turner/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568758/2024/06/16/phillies-roster-road-trip-trea-turner/Sun, 16 Jun 2024 22:51:58 GMTJun 16, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Home Plate Umpire Mike Estabrook argues with Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson (59) over catcher’s interference after throwing him out of the game during the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Alec Bohm delivers as Phillies outlast Orioles in June classic: 'It was like a playoff game']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5566223/2024/06/15/phillies-orioles-rain-delay-alec-bohm/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5566223/2024/06/15/phillies-orioles-rain-delay-alec-bohm/Sat, 15 Jun 2024 05:54:09 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Alec Bohm hits a two-run double against Baltimore Orioles pitcher Jacob Webb during the 11th inning of a baseball game, Friday, June 14, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)<![CDATA[Q&A with Dave Dombrowski on the state of the Phillies and how he's approaching the trade deadline]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563407/2024/06/14/dave-dombrowski-phillies-mlb-trade-deadline/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563407/2024/06/14/dave-dombrowski-phillies-mlb-trade-deadline/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 10:07:25 GMTATLANTA, GA – OCTOBER 07: Philadelphia President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski reacts during batting practice prior to the start of game 1 of the NLDS between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Atlanta Braves on October 7th, 2023 at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire) (Icon Sportswire via AP Images)<![CDATA[Redrafting the 2014 MLB Draft — Trea Turner, Matt Chapman bolster a thin group]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556843/2024/06/14/mlb-draft-2014-redraft-trea-turner/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556843/2024/06/14/mlb-draft-2014-redraft-trea-turner/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:17 GMT<![CDATA[Biggest misses from the 2014 MLB Draft — Brady Aiken, Tyler Kolek lead long list]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557861/2024/06/14/mlb-draft-biggest-misses-2014-astros-brady-aiken/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557861/2024/06/14/mlb-draft-biggest-misses-2014-astros-brady-aiken/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:03 GMT<![CDATA[How Phillies' Matt Strahm and Jeff Hoffman became catch partners — and baseball's best bullpen duo]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560393/2024/06/13/matt-strahm-jeff-hoffman-phillies-bullpen-catch-partners/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560393/2024/06/13/matt-strahm-jeff-hoffman-phillies-bullpen-catch-partners/Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:01:03 GMT<![CDATA[MLB trade targets for each contender, plus deadline priorities for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5559432/2024/06/13/mlb-trade-deadline-team-targets-needs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5559432/2024/06/13/mlb-trade-deadline-team-targets-needs/Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:50:56 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies MLB trade deadline primer: 3 early storylines to watch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552854/2024/06/12/phillies-philadelphia-mlb-trade-deadline-lane-thomas/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552854/2024/06/12/phillies-philadelphia-mlb-trade-deadline-lane-thomas/Wed, 12 Jun 2024 09:15:46 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 14: Brandon Marsh #16 (L), Johan Rojas #18 and Nick Castellanos #8 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrate after defeating the New York Mets at Citi Field on May 14, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Which MLB contenders have the most prospect chips to offer in trade deadline deals?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5549425/2024/06/12/mlb-trade-deadline-contending-teams-prospects/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5549425/2024/06/12/mlb-trade-deadline-contending-teams-prospects/Wed, 12 Jun 2024 09:00:36 GMT<![CDATA[There's no replacing J.T. Realmuto: How the Phillies reached a strategic decision on injured catcher]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557522/2024/06/11/phillies-jt-realmuto-knee-surgery-stubbs-marchan/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557522/2024/06/11/phillies-jt-realmuto-knee-surgery-stubbs-marchan/Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:41:15 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 15: J.T. Realmuto #10 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park on May 15, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies lose their 'backbone' as J.T. Realmuto goes on IL, will have knee surgery]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556703/2024/06/11/jt-realmuto-phillies-catcher-knee-injury/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556703/2024/06/11/jt-realmuto-phillies-catcher-knee-injury/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 18:07:20 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto, left, tags out Milwaukee Brewers&#039; Rhys Hoskins, right, during the baseball game, Monday, June 3, 2024, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 3-1. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)<![CDATA[Nine thoughts on the Phillies, owners of a 9-game lead, with an eye toward October]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5554328/2024/06/11/phillies-nl-east-lead-october/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5554328/2024/06/11/phillies-nl-east-lead-october/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:15:44 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto looks on during the baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Monday, June 3, 2024, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 3-1. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)<![CDATA[Thirty things I’m hearing and watching for on MLB trade deadline with 50 days to go]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553919/2024/06/11/mlb-trade-deadline-rumors-50-days-out/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553919/2024/06/11/mlb-trade-deadline-rumors-50-days-out/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:01:52 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Giants, Astros move on up; One big question for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553625/2024/06/11/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553625/2024/06/11/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:00:21 GMT<![CDATA[Weird & Wild's 12 MLB players and teams of the month, from Aaron Judge to smelly White Sox]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552338/2024/06/10/mlb-players-teams-standouts-yankees-phillies-aaron-judge/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552338/2024/06/10/mlb-players-teams-standouts-yankees-phillies-aaron-judge/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:15:23 GMT<![CDATA[Why MLB players would most want to sign with Atlanta if money, rosters were not a factor]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544926/2024/06/10/mlb-teams-most-popular-player-poll/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544926/2024/06/10/mlb-teams-most-popular-player-poll/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:05:36 GMTMay 13, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; General view of Truist Park during the fourth inning of a game between the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Is MLB's 162-game season too long? Players are split on whether changes are needed]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544091/2024/06/10/mlb-season-length-player-poll/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544091/2024/06/10/mlb-season-length-player-poll/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:05:29 GMTApr 1, 2023; Oakland, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon warms up before the game against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB Player Poll 2024: Worst organizations, the most overrated peer, best vibes guy and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5529966/2024/06/10/mlb-player-poll-overrated-underrated-worst-organization/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5529966/2024/06/10/mlb-player-poll-overrated-underrated-worst-organization/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:00:18 GMT<![CDATA[MLB London Series: Mets' deadline plans, a wild ninth inning and Trea Turner's status]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552051/2024/06/09/mlb-london-series-mets-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552051/2024/06/09/mlb-london-series-mets-phillies/Sun, 09 Jun 2024 17:50:41 GMTNew York Mets&#039; Jose Iglesias (11) is greeted in the dugout after scoring on a pass ball by Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto during the ninth inning in a London Series baseball game at The London Stadium, in London, Sunday, June 9, 2024. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)<![CDATA[British baseball fan organizing Phillies tailgates in London: 'It's my turn to give back to the fans']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5551199/2024/06/09/british-baseball-fan-organizing-phillies-tailgates-in-london-its-my-turn-to-give-back-to-the-fans/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5551199/2024/06/09/british-baseball-fan-organizing-phillies-tailgates-in-london-its-my-turn-to-give-back-to-the-fans/Sun, 09 Jun 2024 05:00:38 GMT<![CDATA[Fans at the MLB London Series: 'My flight cost $1,200 but we just had to be here']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550645/2024/06/08/mlb-london-series-fans-phillies-mets/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550645/2024/06/08/mlb-london-series-fans-phillies-mets/Sat, 08 Jun 2024 22:13:49 GMTMLB, MLB London Series, London Stadium<![CDATA[Bryce Harper channels English footballers as he celebrates in London: ‘It was iconic’]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550769/2024/06/08/bryce-harper-phillies-london-home-run-celebration/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550769/2024/06/08/bryce-harper-phillies-london-home-run-celebration/Sat, 08 Jun 2024 19:41:09 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Bryce Harper (3) celebrates after hitting a home run against the New York Mets during the fourth inning of a London Series baseball game in London, Saturday, June 8, 2024. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)<![CDATA[Bryce Harper hopes to play at 2028 Olympics: 'Something you dream about']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5549141/2024/06/07/bryce-harper-2028-olympics-usa/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5549141/2024/06/07/bryce-harper-2028-olympics-usa/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 17:32:44 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 07: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on during the fourth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Citizens Bank Park on May 07, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies manager Rob Thomson staves off London Series jet lag by visiting Philly-themed bar]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5549152/2024/06/07/rob-thomson-phillies-london-series-bar/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5549152/2024/06/07/rob-thomson-phillies-london-series-bar/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 16:50:38 GMTSep 15, 2023; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson (59) looks on from the dugout during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The Weirdest and Wildest MLB games, feats and minutia of the past month]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5547569/2024/06/07/weird-mlb-games-stats/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5547569/2024/06/07/weird-mlb-games-stats/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 09:01:31 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 03: Rhys Hoskins #12 of the Milwaukee Brewers reacts after stealing second base past Edmundo Sosa #33 of the Philadelphia Phillies during the fifth inning at Citizens Bank Park on June 03, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Explainer: How West Ham's football stadium became a ballpark in 18 days]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5548847/2024/06/07/west-ham-london-stadium-mlb-phillies-mets/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5548847/2024/06/07/west-ham-london-stadium-mlb-phillies-mets/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 04:20:43 GMTLONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 15: Preparations are made ahead of the MLB World Tour: London Series 2023 between St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs, taking place on June 24-25, at London Stadium on June 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images for MLB Europe)<![CDATA[The juggernaut Phillies keep riding the wave and can feel something special building]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544778/2024/06/05/phillies-sweep-brewers-nick-castellanos/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544778/2024/06/05/phillies-sweep-brewers-nick-castellanos/Thu, 06 Jun 2024 02:22:06 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Nick Castellanos, right, is congratulated by teammate Garrett Stubbs (21) after hitting a two-run home run during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Wednesday, June 5, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson)<![CDATA[Early MLB All-Star team picks for the American League and National League]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5540868/2024/06/05/mlb-all-star-team-predictions-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5540868/2024/06/05/mlb-all-star-team-predictions-2024/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 11:04:47 GMT<![CDATA[MLB bans Padres' Tucupita Marcano permanently for betting on baseball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5539792/2024/06/04/tucupita-marcano-permanent-ban-mlb-sports-betting/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5539792/2024/06/04/tucupita-marcano-permanent-ban-mlb-sports-betting/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:04:44 GMTPHOENIX, AZ - JULY 09: Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Tucupita Marcano (30) makes a throw to first base during a baseball game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Arizona Diamondbacks on July 9th, 2023, at Chase Field in Phoenix, AZ. (Photo by Zac BonDurant/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: A new No. 1 arrives; our picks for first-time All-Star noms]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532928/2024/06/04/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-braves-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532928/2024/06/04/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-braves-2/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 09:00:07 GMT<![CDATA[David Dahl joins the party as Phillies begin outfield replacements dance]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538614/2024/06/03/david-dahl-homer-phillies-outfielders/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538614/2024/06/03/david-dahl-homer-phillies-outfielders/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:51:27 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 03: David Dahl #35 of the Philadelphia Phillies rounds bases after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Citizens Bank Park on June 03, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Two years of Rob Thomson, the trusting manager who helped change everything for the Phillies]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5536002/2024/06/03/phillies-manager-rob-thomson/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5536002/2024/06/03/phillies-manager-rob-thomson/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:30:49 GMTST. LOUIS, MO - APRIL 10: Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson (59) looks on in the dugout during an MLB game against the St. Louis Cardinals on April 10, 2024 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB trade deadline tiers: Buyers, sellers and those in between — plus needs for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532397/2024/06/03/mlb-trade-deadline-tiers-buyers-sellers-needs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532397/2024/06/03/mlb-trade-deadline-tiers-buyers-sellers-needs/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:10:12 GMT<![CDATA[Ranking the top 50 MLB prospects after first two months: Jackson Holliday still tops list]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5530418/2024/06/03/mlb-top-50-prospects-in-season-holliday/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5530418/2024/06/03/mlb-top-50-prospects-in-season-holliday/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:00:19 GMT<![CDATA[Ranger Suárez, Phillies avoid the worst after lefty is hit in hand by 106 mph comebacker]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5534352/2024/06/01/ranger-suarez-injured-phillies-cardinals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5534352/2024/06/01/ranger-suarez-injured-phillies-cardinals/Sun, 02 Jun 2024 02:50:08 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Ranger Suárez, right, and J.T. Realmuto, left, walk off the field after Suárez was hit by a ball from St. Louis Cardinals&#039; Alec Burleson during the second inning of a baseball game, Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)<![CDATA[Phillies rotation continues to set pace ahead of London Series, which could offer strategic break]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5533389/2024/05/31/phillies-starting-rotation-london-series/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5533389/2024/05/31/phillies-starting-rotation-london-series/Sat, 01 Jun 2024 03:24:53 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 31: Aaron Nola #27 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches during the sixth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park on May 31, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies takeaways on Nick Castellanos' uptick, Taijuan Walker's splitter, bullpen depth options]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5527313/2024/05/30/phillies-nick-castellanos-taijuan-walker/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5527313/2024/05/30/phillies-nick-castellanos-taijuan-walker/Thu, 30 May 2024 10:05:38 GMTSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 29: Nick Castellanos #8 of the Philadelphia Phillies rounds the bases on his two-run home run against the San Francisco Giants in the top of the fifth inning at Oracle Park on May 29, 2024 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Freddie Freeman's bat speed, Logan Webb on the front-door sinker: Caught Looking]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5524618/2024/05/30/freddie-freeman-bat-speed-logan-webb-front-door-sinker/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5524618/2024/05/30/freddie-freeman-bat-speed-logan-webb-front-door-sinker/Thu, 30 May 2024 10:00:49 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 05: Freddie Freeman #5 of the Los Angeles Dodgers at bat during a 5-1 win over the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium on May 05, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Giants' Kyle Harrison brushes back Bryce Harper twice as benches clear in Phillies' victory]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5528563/2024/05/29/kyle-harrison-bryce-harper-benches-clear/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5528563/2024/05/29/kyle-harrison-bryce-harper-benches-clear/Thu, 30 May 2024 02:04:10 GMTMay 29, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Kyle Harrison (45) delivers a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Get 30 outs? Allow no runs? No problem as Giants topple Phillies]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5525976/2024/05/29/giants-beat-phillies-series-win/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5525976/2024/05/29/giants-beat-phillies-series-win/Wed, 29 May 2024 11:58:17 GMTMay 28, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants shortstop Tyler Fitzgerald (49) slides into home plate to defeat the Philadelphia Phillies at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Phillies finally reach the summit; extreme stats for every team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5520647/2024/05/28/mlb-power-rankings-phillies-yankees/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5520647/2024/05/28/mlb-power-rankings-phillies-yankees/Tue, 28 May 2024 09:00:43 GMT<![CDATA[Could MLB umpires using PitchCom help with strike calls? Players have mixed feelings]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513820/2024/05/24/mlb-umpires-pitchcom-phillies-citizens-bank-park-flowers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513820/2024/05/24/mlb-umpires-pitchcom-phillies-citizens-bank-park-flowers/Fri, 24 May 2024 09:00:40 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 10: Carlos Correa #4 of the Minnesota Twins bats against the Los Angeles Dodgers on April 10, 2024 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The Phillies, league leaders in 7-inning starts, are making it cool again to pitch deep in games]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5516441/2024/05/23/phillies-rotation-7-inning-starts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5516441/2024/05/23/phillies-rotation-7-inning-starts/Thu, 23 May 2024 23:05:27 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 23: Zack Wheeler #45 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches during the third inning against the Texas Rangers at Citizens Bank Park on May 23, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[How a 'humble confidence' has powered the Phillies' best 50-game start ever]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5514242/2024/05/23/phillies-best-50-game-start/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5514242/2024/05/23/phillies-best-50-game-start/Thu, 23 May 2024 09:35:59 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 22: The Philadelphia Phillies react after defeating the Texas Rangers at Citizens Bank Park on May 22, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Answering 20 MLB trade deadline questions on the Yankees, Phillies and other expected contenders]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513264/2024/05/23/mlb-trade-deadline-buyers-yankees-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513264/2024/05/23/mlb-trade-deadline-buyers-yankees-phillies/Thu, 23 May 2024 09:31:30 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - APRIL 26: Mason Miller #19 of the Oakland Athletics pitches against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 26, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Eno Sarris’ fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings for the rest of the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513570/2024/05/23/fantasy-baseball-starting-pitcher-rankings-eno-sarris/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513570/2024/05/23/fantasy-baseball-starting-pitcher-rankings-eno-sarris/Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:33 GMT<![CDATA[Inside Ranger Suárez's historic start, from Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola's front-row view]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5511358/2024/05/22/ranger-suarez-historic-start-phillies-aaron-nola/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5511358/2024/05/22/ranger-suarez-historic-start-phillies-aaron-nola/Wed, 22 May 2024 10:03:09 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Ranger Suarez reacts during a baseball game, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)<![CDATA[Ranking the 2024 MLB Draft top-100 prospects: Condon on top, 3 Wake Forest players in Top 15]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5508698/2024/05/22/mlb-draft-2024-top-100-prospects/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5508698/2024/05/22/mlb-draft-2024-top-100-prospects/Wed, 22 May 2024 09:00:44 GMT<![CDATA[Edmundo Sosa's story of love and loss: How a big dream was born in a tiny bedroom]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5507493/2024/05/21/edmundo-sosa-phillies-baseball-dream-panama/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5507493/2024/05/21/edmundo-sosa-phillies-baseball-dream-panama/Tue, 21 May 2024 09:30:35 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Edmundo Sosa celebrates his home run in the dugout during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Braves, Cubs take a dive; plus prospects on the brink]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5506994/2024/05/21/mlb-power-rankings-prospects-braves/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5506994/2024/05/21/mlb-power-rankings-prospects-braves/Tue, 21 May 2024 09:00:18 GMT<![CDATA[Three Phillies takeaways: Alec Bohm's prep, Cristopher Sánchez's velocity, what's next for Kody Clemens?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5505372/2024/05/20/phillies-takeaways-alec-bohm-kody-clemens/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5505372/2024/05/20/phillies-takeaways-alec-bohm-kody-clemens/Mon, 20 May 2024 09:01:04 GMTMay 19, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first base Kody Clemens (2) stands on second base after hitting a double during the second inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[How the Phillies have gone 23 days without losing consecutive games]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5502518/2024/05/17/phillies-success-formula/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5502518/2024/05/17/phillies-success-formula/Sat, 18 May 2024 02:58:13 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 17: Zack Wheeler #45 of the Philadelphia Phillies high fives teammates after coming out of the game in the top of eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park on May 17, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Nationals 4-2. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies' Johan Rojas made it look easy in center last year. This season hasn't been as smooth]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5500533/2024/05/17/johan-rojas-defense-glove-change-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5500533/2024/05/17/johan-rojas-defense-glove-change-phillies/Fri, 17 May 2024 11:15:25 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 15: Johan Rojas #18 of the Philadelphia Phillies cannot make the catch on a ball hit in the top of the eighth inning by the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park on May 15, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Mets 10-5. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies prospect tiers: How Aidan Miller, Justin Crawford and Mick Abel are progressing]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5497369/2024/05/16/phillies-prospects-aidan-miller-justin-crawford-mick-abel/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5497369/2024/05/16/phillies-prospects-aidan-miller-justin-crawford-mick-abel/Thu, 16 May 2024 09:01:53 GMTLAKELAND, FLORIDA - MARCH 16, 2024: Aidan Miller #21 of the Philadelphia Phillies in the field during the first inning of a spring training Spring Breakout game against the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium on March 16, 2024 in Lakeland, Florida. (Photo by George Kubas/Diamond Images via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Mock Draft 2024: Why Guardians could go Travis Bazzana over Charlie Condon]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490480/2024/05/15/mlb-mock-draft-2024-travis-bazzana-charlie-condon/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490480/2024/05/15/mlb-mock-draft-2024-travis-bazzana-charlie-condon/Wed, 15 May 2024 09:00:55 GMT<![CDATA[The Phillies are a machine, first in MLB to 30 wins and focused on the bigger picture]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5494010/2024/05/14/phillies-first-mlb-team-30-wins/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5494010/2024/05/14/phillies-first-mlb-team-30-wins/Tue, 14 May 2024 23:16:28 GMTMay 14, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Philadelphia Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs (21) shakes hands with starting pitcher Aaron Nola (27) after defeating the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Phillies land a season-high spot; What a difference a year makes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490001/2024/05/14/mlb-power-rankings-phillies-dodgers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490001/2024/05/14/mlb-power-rankings-phillies-dodgers/Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:54 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies flex their roster depth in comeback win over Mets that's meaningful to many]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5491651/2024/05/14/phillies-comeback-victory-down-key-players/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5491651/2024/05/14/phillies-comeback-victory-down-key-players/Tue, 14 May 2024 04:46:06 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 13: Catcher Garrett Stubbs #21 of the Philadelphia Phillies and closer José Alvarado #46 shake hands after the final out against the New York Mets during the 10th inning of a game at Citi Field on May 13, 2024 in New York City. The Phillies defeated the Mets 5-4 in 10 innings. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Three Phillies takeaways: Bohm and the first-inning bats, Stott's next step, Kerkering's fastball usage]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5488848/2024/05/13/phillies-takeaways-alec-bohm-bryson-stott/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5488848/2024/05/13/phillies-takeaways-alec-bohm-bryson-stott/Mon, 13 May 2024 09:05:01 GMTMIAMI, FL - MAY 10: Philadelphia Phillies third base Alec Bohm (28) signals the dugout after a double during the game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Miami Marlins on Friday, May 10, 2024 at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Fla. (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire) (Icon Sportswire via AP Images)<![CDATA[Minor-league notes: Jacob Wilson, Rhett Lowder move up; Complex League prospects to watch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5488726/2024/05/13/minor-league-promotions-complex-league-prospects/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5488726/2024/05/13/minor-league-promotions-complex-league-prospects/Mon, 13 May 2024 08:55:28 GMTAMARILLO, TEXAS - MAY 03: Jacob Wilson #2 of the Midland RockHounds runs to first base during the game against the Amarillo Sod Poodles at HODGETOWN Stadium on May 03, 2024 in Amarillo, Texas. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies notes: Sustaining the strong start, state of the rotation depth and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5480657/2024/05/09/phillies-strong-start-rotation-depth-chart/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5480657/2024/05/09/phillies-strong-start-rotation-depth-chart/Thu, 09 May 2024 09:02:21 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Bryce Harper reacts after an out during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)<![CDATA[Bryce Harper shares his bat as Phillies spread the love, flaunt their might in signature style]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5478634/2024/05/07/phillies-blue-jays-bryce-harper-bat/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5478634/2024/05/07/phillies-blue-jays-bryce-harper-bat/Wed, 08 May 2024 03:24:52 GMTMay 7, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first base Bryce Harper (3) celebrates after hitting a Gand Slam home run during the fourth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The pitches they couldn't master: 12 MLB aces on the one that got away]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5475220/2024/05/07/mlb-aces-pitches-couldnt-master/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5475220/2024/05/07/mlb-aces-pitches-couldnt-master/Tue, 07 May 2024 09:00:42 GMTBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 09: Corbin Burnes #39 of the Baltimore Orioles pitches the ball during the fifth inning of the home opener between the Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park on April 09, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Twins, Dodgers stay hot; it's 'Wish You Were Here' week]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5475155/2024/05/07/mlb-power-rankings-twins-dodgers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5475155/2024/05/07/mlb-power-rankings-twins-dodgers/Tue, 07 May 2024 09:00:03 GMT<![CDATA[The Phillies, owners of the best record in baseball, are good. Can they be great?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5476085/2024/05/06/phillies-strong-start-best-record-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5476085/2024/05/06/phillies-strong-start-best-record-mlb/Tue, 07 May 2024 01:40:01 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 6: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates with J.T. Realmuto #10 after hitting a three run home run against the San Francisco Giants in the bottom of the fifth inning at Citizens Bank Park on May 6, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[3 Phillies takeaways on Walker, Turnbull and the rotation, plus Realmuto, the new No. 2 hitter]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5474209/2024/05/06/3-phillies-takeaways-on-walker-turnbull-and-the-rotation-plus-realmuto-the-new-no-2-hitter/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5474209/2024/05/06/3-phillies-takeaways-on-walker-turnbull-and-the-rotation-plus-realmuto-the-new-no-2-hitter/Mon, 06 May 2024 09:01:36 GMTMay 5, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) reacts after allowing a two-run home run against the San Francisco Giants in the seventh inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Trea Turner to miss at least 6 weeks, testing Phillies' depth without their most dynamic player]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5471824/2024/05/04/trea-turner-injury-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5471824/2024/05/04/trea-turner-injury-phillies/Sat, 04 May 2024 21:46:37 GMTApr 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner (7) during the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Trea Turner won a game with his legs, but Phillies now have to live without him]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5470879/2024/05/03/phillies-trea-turner-hamstring-injury/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5470879/2024/05/03/phillies-trea-turner-hamstring-injury/Sat, 04 May 2024 03:44:03 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Trea Turner, right, scores on the pass ball as San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jordan Hicks, left, tries to make the tag during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Friday, May 3, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)<![CDATA[Reasons for each MLB team to be optimistic — and pessimistic — about the rest of the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5468408/2024/05/03/mlb-teams-2024-optimism-pessimism/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5468408/2024/05/03/mlb-teams-2024-optimism-pessimism/Fri, 03 May 2024 09:30:15 GMT<![CDATA[Opposite day for Yankees, Diamondbacks, Marlins. New lows for White Sox, Rockies]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5468756/2024/05/03/yankees-white-sox-rockies-shota-imanaga-stats/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5468756/2024/05/03/yankees-white-sox-rockies-shota-imanaga-stats/Fri, 03 May 2024 09:15:12 GMTApr 30, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez (12), outfielder Bryan De La Cruz (14) and third baseman Otto Lopez (61) celebrate over Colorado Rockies catcher Elias Diaz (35) following the tenth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Why Phillies prospect George Klassen, the hard-throwing righty no one wanted to catch, is intriguing]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5465321/2024/05/02/george-klassen-phillies-prospect-university-minnesota/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5465321/2024/05/02/george-klassen-phillies-prospect-university-minnesota/Thu, 02 May 2024 10:01:25 GMT<![CDATA[Which Philadelphia Phillies pitchers' stock is up/down after first month of the MLB season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5461221/2024/05/01/philadelphia-phillies-stats-results-stock-up-down/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5461221/2024/05/01/philadelphia-phillies-stats-results-stock-up-down/Wed, 01 May 2024 10:01:45 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Aaron Nola plays during a baseball game, Sunday, April 21, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)<![CDATA[Which MLB teams have underperformed or overperformed against expectations?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5461468/2024/05/01/mlb-teams-underperform-overperform-april/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5461468/2024/05/01/mlb-teams-underperform-overperform-april/Wed, 01 May 2024 09:30:34 GMT<![CDATA[Three takeaways on 3 Phillies standouts in April: Can Bohm, Suárez, Hoffman maintain gains?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5459666/2024/04/30/phillies-takeaways-april-alec-bohm-ranger-suarez/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5459666/2024/04/30/phillies-takeaways-april-alec-bohm-ranger-suarez/Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:22:27 GMTSAN DIEGO, CA - APRIL 27: Alec Bohm #28 of the Philadelphia Phillies hits an RBI single during the fifth inning of a baseball game against San Diego Padres on April 27, 2024 at Petco Park in San Diego, California. (Photo by Denis Poroy/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Scouting Justin Crawford and other Phillies, Orioles and Mets prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5459493/2024/04/30/minor-league-scouting-justin-crawford/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5459493/2024/04/30/minor-league-scouting-justin-crawford/Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:00:51 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Our top 10 sees some shuffling; Who is your team's early MVP?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5458251/2024/04/30/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-cubs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5458251/2024/04/30/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-cubs/Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:00:20 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies' Brandon Marsh returns to Anaheim for first time since trade that changed everything]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5455390/2024/04/29/brandon-marsh-returns-angels-phillies-trade/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5455390/2024/04/29/brandon-marsh-returns-angels-phillies-trade/Mon, 29 Apr 2024 10:01:37 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 20: Brandon Marsh #16 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on from the dugout prior to the game against the Chicago White Sox at Citizens Bank Park on April 20, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the White Sox 9-5. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Twenty underrated MLB prospects off to fast starts: Matt Wilkinson, Jonah Tong and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5456544/2024/04/29/underrated-minor-league-prospects-matt-wilkinson/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5456544/2024/04/29/underrated-minor-league-prospects-matt-wilkinson/Mon, 29 Apr 2024 09:55:09 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies observations: Wheeler's adaptability, Turnbull's new role, the Steal/Stop play]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5446232/2024/04/26/phillies-observations-zack-wheeler-spencer-turnbull-seranthony-dominguez/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5446232/2024/04/26/phillies-observations-zack-wheeler-spencer-turnbull-seranthony-dominguez/Fri, 26 Apr 2024 09:01:10 GMTCINCINNATI, OHIO - APRIL 25: Zack Wheeler #45 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on April 25, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bryce Harper shows his Dad Strength, homers again in return to Phillies after birth of child]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5446028/2024/04/25/bryce-harper-home-run-dad-strength-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5446028/2024/04/25/bryce-harper-home-run-dad-strength-phillies/Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:28:59 GMTApr 25, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) high fives teammates after hitting a two-run home run in the third inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Spencer Turnbull and his 1.33 ERA are likely headed to Phillies bullpen]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5444059/2024/04/25/spencer-turnbull-phillies-starters-bullpen/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5444059/2024/04/25/spencer-turnbull-phillies-starters-bullpen/Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:12:05 GMTCINCINNATI, OHIO - APRIL 24: Spencer Turnbull #22 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on April 24, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What are the Top 10 front offices in MLB? Here's how 40 executives voted]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5424700/2024/04/24/mlb-front-office-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5424700/2024/04/24/mlb-front-office-rankings/Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:00:47 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies' Nick Castellanos, Johan Rojas are navigating the highs and lows of April baseball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5440757/2024/04/23/nick-castellanos-struggles-johan-rojas-success/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5440757/2024/04/23/nick-castellanos-struggles-johan-rojas-success/Wed, 24 Apr 2024 03:32:20 GMTApr 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos (8) during the third inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[J.T. Realmuto offers a behind-the-plate view of the Phillies rotation's dominant 7-game run]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5437770/2024/04/23/phillies-rotation-dominant-week-jt-realmuto/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5437770/2024/04/23/phillies-rotation-dominant-week-jt-realmuto/Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:21:59 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies pitcher Ranger Suarez (55) delivers a pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Monday, April 22, 2024, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Guardians goin' up, Braves reclaim the throne; plus standout stats]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5436208/2024/04/23/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-yankees/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5436208/2024/04/23/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-yankees/Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:00:23 GMT<![CDATA[3 takeaways on Phillies: Schwarber's plate discipline, Turnbull's development and Rojas' promise]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5433596/2024/04/22/philadelphia-phillies-turnbull-rojas-schwarber/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5433596/2024/04/22/philadelphia-phillies-turnbull-rojas-schwarber/Mon, 22 Apr 2024 10:01:43 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Kyle Schwarber follows through after hitting a home run against Chicago White Sox pitcher Deivi Garcia during the sixth inning of a baseball game, Sunday, April 21, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)<![CDATA[Adjusting to life with Phillies, Whit Merrifield changes his swing — and song — and finds a hit]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5430871/2024/04/20/whit-merrifield-phillies-role/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5430871/2024/04/20/whit-merrifield-phillies-role/Sat, 20 Apr 2024 09:39:16 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 19: Whit Merrifield #9 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Citizens Bank Park on April 19, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the White Sox 7-0. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Eno Sarris’ updated MLB starting pitcher rankings: Rodriguez, Peralta move into the top 10]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5426812/2024/04/19/mlb-starting-pitcher-fantasy-baseball-ranking/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5426812/2024/04/19/mlb-starting-pitcher-fantasy-baseball-ranking/Fri, 19 Apr 2024 09:00:07 GMT<![CDATA[2024 MLB Draft top 50 prospects rankings: Why Keith Law has Charlie Condon at No. 1]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5421487/2024/04/18/mlb-draft-2024-prospect-rankings-top-50-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5421487/2024/04/18/mlb-draft-2024-prospect-rankings-top-50-keith-law/Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:00:42 GMT<![CDATA[Taijuan Walker feels ready earlier than Phillies expected: What does it mean for the rotation?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5424213/2024/04/17/taijuan-walker-phillies-rotation/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5424213/2024/04/17/taijuan-walker-phillies-rotation/Wed, 17 Apr 2024 22:19:38 GMTMar 9, 2024; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) throws a pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Why Phillies lefty Ranger Suárez's 112-pitch shutout is latest evidence of his new focus]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5421591/2024/04/17/ranger-suarez-phillies-breakout-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5421591/2024/04/17/ranger-suarez-phillies-breakout-2024/Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:06:34 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 16: J.T. Realmuto #10 of the Philadelphia Phillies and Ranger Suarez #55 embrace after the game against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park on April 16, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Rockies 5-0. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The top 100 potential MLB free agents for 2024-25 offseason — with options galore]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419703/2024/04/17/mlb-free-agents-2024-2025-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419703/2024/04/17/mlb-free-agents-2024-2025-offseason/Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:31:06 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Astros, Mariners lose their grip and a new No. 1 ascends]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5416688/2024/04/16/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-astros-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5416688/2024/04/16/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-astros-2/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:56 GMT<![CDATA[It's not pretty, but the dead-ball Phillies are banking wins they'll appreciate later]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5418448/2024/04/15/phillies-rockies-cristian-pache-walkoff/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5418448/2024/04/15/phillies-rockies-cristian-pache-walkoff/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 03:32:02 GMTApr 15, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Cristian Pache (42) reacts after hitting a walk off RBI single during the tenth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Paul Skenes' strong start, Jeferson Quero sidelined: Minor league notes on NL teams' top prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5415989/2024/04/15/minor-league-notes-national-league-paul-skenes/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5415989/2024/04/15/minor-league-notes-national-league-paul-skenes/Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:30:12 GMTSARASOTA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 29: Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates pitches during a spring training game against the Baltimore Orioles at Ed Smith Stadium on February 29, 2024 in Sarasota, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Orion Kerkering is back with Phillies, and expectations are high: 'How good can he be?']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5413096/2024/04/14/orion-kerkering-phillies-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5413096/2024/04/14/orion-kerkering-phillies-2024/Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:01:29 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering throws during a baseball spring training workout Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)<![CDATA[Phillies' Bryson Stott breaks through with a bomb. How he's thinking about hitting this season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5409918/2024/04/12/bryson-stott-hitting-phillies-homer/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5409918/2024/04/12/bryson-stott-hitting-phillies-homer/Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:11:48 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 11: Bryson Stott #5 of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a two run home run in the bottom of the seventh inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citizens Bank Park on April 11, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Pirates 5-1. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Aaron Nola, J.T. Realmuto and the imperfect Phillies find a way to win: The grind is here]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5407019/2024/04/10/phillies-winning-road-trip-cardinals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5407019/2024/04/10/phillies-winning-road-trip-cardinals/Thu, 11 Apr 2024 00:05:51 GMTApr 10, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola (27) pitches against St. Louis Cardinals designated hitter Willson Contreras (40) during the third inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Nick Castellanos diagnoses his 'sh--ty' start, revealing a key struggle for Phillies hitters]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5404527/2024/04/10/nick-castellanos-bad-start-phillies-hitters/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5404527/2024/04/10/nick-castellanos-bad-start-phillies-hitters/Wed, 10 Apr 2024 09:01:53 GMTST. LOUIS, MO - Apr 9: Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos (8) walks off mad after striking out during a game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday April 9, 2024, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis MO (Photo by Rick Ulreich/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Spencer Turnbull, the biggest surprise of Phillies' young season, got it started in Nashville session]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5401264/2024/04/09/spencer-turnbull-phillies-surprise-nashville/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5401264/2024/04/09/spencer-turnbull-phillies-surprise-nashville/Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:01:45 GMTST. LOUIS, MO - Apr 8: Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Spencer Turnbull (22) throws a pitch during a game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday April 8, 2024, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis MO (Photo by Rick Ulreich/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Red Sox rising; early-season overreactions for each team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399932/2024/04/09/mlb-power-rankings-red-sox-braves-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399932/2024/04/09/mlb-power-rankings-red-sox-braves-2/Tue, 09 Apr 2024 09:00:28 GMT<![CDATA[Ten early MLB takes, from new NL East favorites to releasing Rendon: On point or overreactions?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5398463/2024/04/08/mlb-early-season-takeaways-overreactions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5398463/2024/04/08/mlb-early-season-takeaways-overreactions/Mon, 08 Apr 2024 14:45:39 GMTAtlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider, left, and catcher Sean Murphy, center, head back to the dugout as the Phillies Phanatic, right, watches, prior to Game 4 of a baseball NL Division Series, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)<![CDATA[Phillies takeaways: Some of the biggest problems and positives through 9 games]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5398579/2024/04/08/phillies-nationals-takeaways-hitting-pitching/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5398579/2024/04/08/phillies-nationals-takeaways-hitting-pitching/Mon, 08 Apr 2024 10:01:04 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Trea Turner reacts after he struck out during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Saturday, April 6, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)<![CDATA[Minor League notes: Where the top 50 MLB prospects are opening the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5381885/2024/04/05/minor-league-top-prospect-assignments-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5381885/2024/04/05/minor-league-top-prospect-assignments-2024/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:45:11 GMTSARASOTA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 29: Jackson Holliday #87 of the Baltimore Orioles warms up during a spring training game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Ed Smith Stadium on February 29, 2024 in Sarasota, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Ronel Blanco's no-hitter history, Rockies' (and Mets') rocky start, Bryce Harper's homers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392759/2024/04/05/ronel-blanco-no-hitter-facts-rockies-mets-starts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392759/2024/04/05/ronel-blanco-no-hitter-facts-rockies-mets-starts/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:30:56 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 01: Ronel Blanco #56 of the Houston Astros pitches in the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Minute Maid Park on April 01, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Happy New Year, Baseball: 15 wild ways Week 1 of 2024 MLB season was nothing like 2023]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392859/2024/04/05/mlb-season-2024-first-week-facts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392859/2024/04/05/mlb-season-2024-first-week-facts/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:30:00 GMTLOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 03: Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) throws to first base in between innings during the game between the San Francisco Giants and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[An off-color look for the Phillies, the aftermath of a no-hitter and more ‘Sliders’]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392257/2024/04/05/city-connect-phillies-no-hitter-sliders/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392257/2024/04/05/city-connect-phillies-no-hitter-sliders/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:00:53 GMT<![CDATA[Ranking all 30 MLB starting rotations as 2024 season begins: Braves top the list]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5388585/2024/04/04/mlb-starting-rotation-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5388585/2024/04/04/mlb-starting-rotation-rankings/Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:51:13 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies' strike-throwing rotation offers a path forward after slow start]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5390214/2024/04/04/phillies-strike-throwing-rotation/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5390214/2024/04/04/phillies-strike-throwing-rotation/Thu, 04 Apr 2024 04:24:51 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 03: Zack Wheeler #45 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Citizens Bank Park on April 03, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bryce Harper delivers more heroics for Phillies on grand, 3-homer night to remember]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5387557/2024/04/03/bryce-harper-three-home-runs-phillies-reds/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5387557/2024/04/03/bryce-harper-three-home-runs-phillies-reds/Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:45:02 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 2: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Citizens Bank Park on April 2, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Reds 9-4. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies' Bryce Harper notches second 3-homer game of career with grand slam vs. Reds]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5387257/2024/04/02/bryce-harper-three-homers-phillies-reds/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5387257/2024/04/02/bryce-harper-three-homers-phillies-reds/Wed, 03 Apr 2024 01:30:37 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 2: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting a grand slam in the bottom of the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Citizens Bank Park on April 2, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Damn, Yankees! New York, Milwaukee get off to hot start]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5383784/2024/04/02/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-brewers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5383784/2024/04/02/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-brewers/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:00:04 GMT<![CDATA[It all comes crashing down for Connor Brogdon, a reliever the Phillies once cherished]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5384632/2024/04/01/phillies-connor-brogdon-struggles/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5384632/2024/04/01/phillies-connor-brogdon-struggles/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 03:45:24 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 1: Relief pitcher Connor Brogdon #75 of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after giving up a grand-slam home run to Spencer Steer #7 of the Cincinnati Reds during the tenth inning of a game at Citizens Bank Park on April 1, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Reds defeated the Phillies 6-3. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies observations on 2024 Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper's fall, the pitching and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5381950/2024/04/01/phillies-observations-kyle-schwarber-bryce-harper/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5381950/2024/04/01/phillies-observations-kyle-schwarber-bryce-harper/Mon, 01 Apr 2024 09:01:11 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 31: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies scores after hitting a lead off solo home run during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park on March 31, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Scouting potential No. 1 pick Charlie Condon and more 2024 MLB Draft notes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5382181/2024/04/01/charlie-condon-2024-mlb-draft-scouting/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5382181/2024/04/01/charlie-condon-2024-mlb-draft-scouting/Mon, 01 Apr 2024 09:00:08 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies' lineup choices hint they still don't view Brandon Marsh as an everyday player]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5380064/2024/03/30/phillies-lineup-brandon-marsh/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5380064/2024/03/30/phillies-lineup-brandon-marsh/Sun, 31 Mar 2024 02:09:56 GMTMar 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Brandon Marsh (16) hits a two RBI home run during the fifth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Opening Day unravels, but Phillies embark on season with hope and trust and a powerful motivation]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5378639/2024/03/29/phillies-opening-day-2024-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5378639/2024/03/29/phillies-opening-day-2024-season/Sat, 30 Mar 2024 01:12:43 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies&#039; Brandon Marsh reacts after a home run during an opening-day baseball game, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)<![CDATA[Kepner: Rhys Hoskins' new life with Brewers begins in a familiar old setting]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5378602/2024/03/29/milwaukee-brewers-rhys-hoskins-opening-day/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5378602/2024/03/29/milwaukee-brewers-rhys-hoskins-opening-day/Sat, 30 Mar 2024 00:01:39 GMTMar 29, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins (12) reacts as benches cleared while New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil (not pictured) argues a slide at second base during the seventh inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The best defensive player most MLB fans don't know, Logan Gilbert's standout skill and more 'Sliders']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372888/2024/03/29/logan-gilbert-brenton-doyle-mlb-sliders/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372888/2024/03/29/logan-gilbert-brenton-doyle-mlb-sliders/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:00:43 GMTST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - AUGUST 23: Brenton Doyle #9 of the Colorado Rockies catches a fly ball during the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on August 23, 2023 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What we saw across MLB on Opening Day: Orioles excite, Ohtani embraced, A's abandoned]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5376767/2024/03/29/what-we-saw-mlb-opening-day/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5376767/2024/03/29/what-we-saw-mlb-opening-day/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:00:07 GMTBALTIMORE, MD - MARCH 28: Ryan Mountcastle #6 of the Baltimore Orioles takes the field during pregame ceremonies prior to the game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Thursday, March 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[NL East preview: Surprises, remaining questions and predictions for division's top 4 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5371275/2024/03/28/nl-east-braves-mets-phillies-predictions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5371275/2024/03/28/nl-east-braves-mets-phillies-predictions/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:21:47 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 12: Marcell Ozuna #20 of the Atlanta Braves reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the Major League Baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies on September 12, 2023 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Position Player Tiers 2024: How 100 of the game's best stack up]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372801/2024/03/28/mlb-position-player-tiers-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372801/2024/03/28/mlb-position-player-tiers-rankings/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:30:42 GMT<![CDATA[2024 MLB season preview: Opening Day grades, odds and analysis for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5354007/2024/03/28/mlb-season-preview-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5354007/2024/03/28/mlb-season-preview-2024/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:15:43 GMT<![CDATA[One bold prediction for every MLB team on Opening Day]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5369324/2024/03/28/mlb-opening-day-bold-predictions-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5369324/2024/03/28/mlb-opening-day-bold-predictions-2024/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:15:02 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies-Braves Opening Day postponed until Friday: How it impacts the pitching plans]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5373339/2024/03/27/phillies-braves-opening-day-postponed-pitching/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5373339/2024/03/27/phillies-braves-opening-day-postponed-pitching/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 19:06:31 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 20: A general view of Citizens Bank Park and the Philadelphia skyline prior to the National Anthem the Major League Baseball game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Toronto Blue Jays on September 20, 2020 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Predictions, projections and wild guesses for the 2024 MLB season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5368497/2024/03/27/mlb-predictions-2024-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5368497/2024/03/27/mlb-predictions-2024-season/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:45:25 GMT<![CDATA[MLB award predictions for 2024: Mookie Betts, Juan Soto, Wyatt Langford among Bowden's picks]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5371273/2024/03/27/mlb-award-predictions-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5371273/2024/03/27/mlb-award-predictions-2024/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:30:58 GMT<![CDATA[MLB in 2024: 25 numbers that define baseball and set the stage for this season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5370030/2024/03/27/mlb-2024-season-numbers-facts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5370030/2024/03/27/mlb-2024-season-numbers-facts/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:15:20 GMTTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 20: Juan Soto #22 and Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees talk during spring training at George M. Steinbrenner Field on February 20, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by New York Yankees/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB National League East preview: preseason grades, odds and analysis]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353646/2024/03/27/mlb-national-league-east-preview/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353646/2024/03/27/mlb-national-league-east-preview/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:00:45 GMT<![CDATA[How every MLB team can make the 2024 Playoffs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5367349/2024/03/26/mlb-postseason-preview-playoffs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5367349/2024/03/26/mlb-postseason-preview-playoffs/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:45:00 GMTTexas Rangers relief pitcher Josh Sborz (66) celebrates with catcher Jonah Heim (28) after beating the Arizona Diamondbacks to win the World Series in game five of the 2023 World Series at Chase Field in Phoenix on Nov. 1, 2023.<![CDATA[Baseball's missing milestones: How long will 500/3,000/300 drought last? Who could end it?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366843/2024/03/26/baseball-milestones-500-home-runs-3000-hits-300-wins/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366843/2024/03/26/baseball-milestones-500-home-runs-3000-hits-300-wins/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:30:10 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Preseason Power Rankings: Braves, Dodgers duke it out for the top spot]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366802/2024/03/26/mlb-preseason-power-rankings-braves/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366802/2024/03/26/mlb-preseason-power-rankings-braves/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:00:59 GMT<![CDATA[Dave Dombrowski takes stock of Phillies, tempers Jordan Montgomery talk]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5367640/2024/03/25/dave-dombrowski-phillies-roster-jordan-montgomery/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5367640/2024/03/25/dave-dombrowski-phillies-roster-jordan-montgomery/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 20:08:11 GMTFeb 25, 2024; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski and general manager Sam Fuld talk in the dugout before a game against the New York Yankees at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB offseason grades 2.0: Which teams passed — and which teams failed]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365090/2024/03/25/mlb-offseason-grades-2024-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365090/2024/03/25/mlb-offseason-grades-2024-season/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:30:11 GMTSCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 21: Blake Snell (7) of the San Francisco Giants throws a bullpen session at Scottsdale Stadium on March 21, 2024 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Andy Kuno/San Francisco Giants/Getty Images)<![CDATA[24 MLB predictions for 2024 season: Alonso to Cubs? Bieber to O's? Dodgers fall short again?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365265/2024/03/25/mlb-predictions-2024-season-alonso-bieber-dodgers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365265/2024/03/25/mlb-predictions-2024-season-alonso-bieber-dodgers/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:00:21 GMTNew York Mets&#039; Pete Alonso #20 is batting during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter, Florida, on March 1, 2024. (Photo by Gordon Donovan/NurPhoto via AP)<![CDATA[Johan Rojas didn't hit all spring, still claims CF on Phillies' Opening Day roster]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365415/2024/03/24/johan-rojas-phillies-opening-day-roster/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365415/2024/03/24/johan-rojas-phillies-opening-day-roster/Sun, 24 Mar 2024 21:17:31 GMTJUPITER, FLORIDA - MARCH 16: Johan Rojas #18 of the Philadelphia Phillies rounds first base after hitting a triple against the Miami Marlins during the second inning of a spring training game at Roger Dean Stadium on March 16, 2024 in Jupiter, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Taijuan Walker's sudden injury could thrust Spencer Turnbull into Phillies' rotation]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5363976/2024/03/23/phillies-taijuan-walker-injury-spencer-turnbull/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5363976/2024/03/23/phillies-taijuan-walker-injury-spencer-turnbull/Sat, 23 Mar 2024 22:37:24 GMTMar 15, 2024; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Spencer Turnbull (22) throws a pitch during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros at The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Ranking all 30 MLB teams' Opening Day lineups: Braves, Dodgers lead way, Yankees much improved]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5355688/2024/03/22/mlb-lineup-ranking-braves-dodgers-rangers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5355688/2024/03/22/mlb-lineup-ranking-braves-dodgers-rangers/Fri, 22 Mar 2024 11:31:38 GMT<![CDATA[Matt Strahm, the Phillies' do-it-all lefty reliever; Bryce Harper update; camp standouts]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5360356/2024/03/22/matt-straham-bryce-harper-phillies-roster/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5360356/2024/03/22/matt-straham-bryce-harper-phillies-roster/Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:01:58 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm runs on the field with his daughter Wren during a baseball spring training workout Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)<![CDATA[A year after trade, Matt Vierling remains in the Tigers' third-base mix]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357408/2024/03/21/tigers-matt-vierling-third-base-mix/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357408/2024/03/21/tigers-matt-vierling-third-base-mix/Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:34:08 GMTMar 15, 2024; Dunedin, Florida, USA; Detroit Tigers centerfielder Matt Vierling (8) rounds first base on his way to a double in the first inning of a spring training game against the Toronto Blue Jays at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Ranger Suárez is up, Taijuan Walker is down: What can the Phillies expect?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5358039/2024/03/21/ranger-suarez-taijuan-walker-phillies-rotation/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5358039/2024/03/21/ranger-suarez-taijuan-walker-phillies-rotation/Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:01:32 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker throws during a baseball spring training workout Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)<![CDATA[Year of the splitter? Once a dark art, the pitch is primed to take over baseball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357134/2024/03/21/splitter-pitch-mlb-elbow-injuries/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357134/2024/03/21/splitter-pitch-mlb-elbow-injuries/Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:15:35 GMTSURPRISE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 28: Yoshinobu Yamamoto #18 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches during a game against the Texas Rangers at Surprise Stadium on February 28, 2024 in Surprise, Arizona. (Photo by Masterpress/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Guide to Year 2 of MLB's new rules: The 'cat-and-mouse' game is on as the sport evolves]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357921/2024/03/21/mlb-rule-changes-2024-pitch-clock-obstruction/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357921/2024/03/21/mlb-rule-changes-2024-pitch-clock-obstruction/Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:00:43 GMTChicago Cubs&#039; Christopher Morel is awarded home by umpire Nick Mahrley after interference was called on Los Angeles Angels&#039; Luis Rengifo during the second inning of a spring training baseball game, Wednesday, March 6, 2024, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)<![CDATA[MLB breakout candidates: CJ Abrams, Jordan Walker and others set to leap forward in 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5356529/2024/03/21/mlb-breakout-candidates-2024-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5356529/2024/03/21/mlb-breakout-candidates-2024-keith-law/Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:00:09 GMT<![CDATA[A weird play to kick off the MLB season in Korea; the MLBPA unrest plot thickens]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5356365/2024/03/20/dodgers-padres-korea-series-cronenworth-glove-mlbpa-coup-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5356365/2024/03/20/dodgers-padres-korea-series-cronenworth-glove-mlbpa-coup-the-windup/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:27:56 GMTSEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - MARCH 20: Mookie Betts #50 congratulates Teoscar Hernandez #37 of the Los Angeles Dodgers after scoring in the eighth inning the 2024 Seoul Series game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres at Gocheok Sky Dome on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 in Seoul, California. (Photo by Yuki Taguchi/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Johan Rojas' swing spring: Where the Phillies' biggest roster decision stands]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5355207/2024/03/20/johan-rojas-phillies-roster-decision/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5355207/2024/03/20/johan-rojas-phillies-roster-decision/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:01:48 GMTJUPITER, FLORIDA - MARCH 16: Johan Rojas #18 of the Philadelphia Phillies at bat during a spring training game against the Miami Marlins at Roger Dean Stadium on March 16, 2024 in Jupiter, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The 2024 Aces Project: MLB insiders rank starting pitchers, from 'just a guy' to No. 1]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5352336/2024/03/20/2024-mlb-aces-project-starting-pitchers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5352336/2024/03/20/2024-mlb-aces-project-starting-pitchers/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 09:30:37 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Hope-O-Meter results: Ranking fans’ optimism in 2024 for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5350803/2024/03/19/mlb-hope-o-meter-ranking-30-teams/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5350803/2024/03/19/mlb-hope-o-meter-ranking-30-teams/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:15:28 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - MAY 28: The Baltimore Orioles mascot celebrates after a victory against the Texas Rangers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 28, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies say they're not concerned, but Bryce Harper's bothersome back is worth watching]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5349126/2024/03/17/bryce-harper-back-stiffness-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5349126/2024/03/17/bryce-harper-back-stiffness-phillies/Sun, 17 Mar 2024 23:35:11 GMTCLEARWATER, FL - MARCH 08: Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) stealing third base during the spring training game between the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies on March 08, 2024 at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, Florida. (Photo by Cliff Welch/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why the Mets and Phillies sent their mascots to Wrexham]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5344049/2024/03/17/wrexham-new-york-mets-philadelphia-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5344049/2024/03/17/wrexham-new-york-mets-philadelphia-phillies/Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:00:01 GMT<![CDATA[The pitching paisan: Sam Aldegheri, a Phillies prospect from Italy, has big(-league) dreams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5339511/2024/03/15/sam-aldegheri-italian-pitcher-phillies-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5339511/2024/03/15/sam-aldegheri-italian-pitcher-phillies-mlb/Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:00:49 GMTClearwater Threshers pitcher Samuel Aldegheri (19) delivers a pitch during an MiLB Florida State League baseball game against the Bradenton Marauders on April 8, 2023 at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida. Aldegheri pitched four innings of a combined no-hitter, getting a no-decision. (Mike Janes/Four Seam Images via AP)<![CDATA[2024 MLB 'Wild-Card Era' Franchise Rankings: Rangers break into top 10, Cubs fall out]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5325414/2024/03/14/mlb-franchise-rankings-wild-card-era/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5325414/2024/03/14/mlb-franchise-rankings-wild-card-era/Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:30:45 GMT<![CDATA[The wisdom of Nick Castellanos, jiu-jitsu outfielder, who wants to age like a fine wine]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5336078/2024/03/13/nick-castellanos-jiu-jitsu-baseball-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5336078/2024/03/13/nick-castellanos-jiu-jitsu-baseball-phillies/Wed, 13 Mar 2024 10:01:38 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos runs in the outfield before a spring training baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays Monday, March 4, 2024, in Dunedin, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)<![CDATA[Top 20 MLB rookies likely to have the biggest impact in 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5335070/2024/03/13/mlb-rookie-impact-projections-2024-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5335070/2024/03/13/mlb-rookie-impact-projections-2024-season/Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:30:48 GMT<![CDATA[Bowden's MLB report card: Offseason grades, takeaways, and predictions for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5323780/2024/03/12/mlb-offseason-grades-takeaways-predictions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5323780/2024/03/12/mlb-offseason-grades-takeaways-predictions/Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:15:42 GMT<![CDATA[Phillies Opening Day roster projection: Who gets the final spots?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5329590/2024/03/11/phillies-roster-projection-opening-day-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5329590/2024/03/11/phillies-roster-projection-opening-day-2024/Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:45:32 GMTMar 8, 2024; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) prepares for the start of the spring training game against the Houston Astros at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[A spring training standout for each MLB team: 30 players turning heads in camp]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5325304/2024/03/08/mlb-spring-training-player-standouts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5325304/2024/03/08/mlb-spring-training-player-standouts/Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:49:45 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 2: Owen Caissie of the Chicago Cubs hits in a Spring Training game at Camelback Ranch on March 2, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Matt Dirksen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies notes: Garrett Stubbs, more than the 'vibes guy.' Johan Rojas goes to bunt school]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5324210/2024/03/08/phillies-johan-rojas-garrett-stubbs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5324210/2024/03/08/phillies-johan-rojas-garrett-stubbs/Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:01:18 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs watches a foul ball during the sixth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, in Dunedin, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)<![CDATA[MLB Extension Week Tiers: So, who should sign and who should wait?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5324749/2024/03/08/mlb-extension-free-agency-kyle-tucker/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5324749/2024/03/08/mlb-extension-free-agency-kyle-tucker/Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:00:44 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 13: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros hits a home run in the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Minute Maid Park on June 13, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Phillies minor-league preview: The young hitters to watch, from Starlyn Caba to Justin Crawford]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5321123/2024/03/07/phillies-minor-league-preview-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5321123/2024/03/07/phillies-minor-league-preview-2024/Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:01:06 GMTSEATTLE, WA - JULY 08: Justin Crawford #13 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on during batting practice prior to the SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game at T-Mobile Park on Saturday, July 8, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Rob Tringali/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Draft 2024: Keith Law's top 30 prospects rankings to start the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316604/2024/03/07/mlb-draft-2024-rankings-prospects-keith-law-charlie-condon/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316604/2024/03/07/mlb-draft-2024-rankings-prospects-keith-law-charlie-condon/Thu, 07 Mar 2024 10:15:55 GMT<![CDATA[Zack Wheeler's extension shows why his last deal is The Greatest Starting Pitcher Contract Ever]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316386/2024/03/04/zack-wheeler-phillies-greatest-starting-pitcher-contracts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316386/2024/03/04/zack-wheeler-phillies-greatest-starting-pitcher-contracts/Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:12:48 GMTCHICAGO, IL - APRIL 18: Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) takes a look to first base during game one of a double header between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Chicago White Sox on April 18, 2023 at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[The Phillies' win-now window: What the Zack Wheeler extension means for 2025 — and beyond]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316145/2024/03/04/phillies-zack-wheeler-extension-payroll-luxury-tax/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316145/2024/03/04/phillies-zack-wheeler-extension-payroll-luxury-tax/Mon, 04 Mar 2024 22:06:21 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 09: Philadelphia Phillies Pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) receives hit National League Championship ring alongside primary owner John Middleton and Dave Dombrowski prior to the Major League Baseball Game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Philadelphia Phillies on April 9, 2023, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo by Gregory Fisher/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[What does Zack Wheeler's extension mean for the free-agent starting pitcher market?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316037/2024/03/04/zack-wheeler-extension-free-agent-starting-pitcher-market/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316037/2024/03/04/zack-wheeler-extension-free-agent-starting-pitcher-market/Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:54:48 GMTATLANTA, GA SEPTEMBER 18: Philadelphia starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) throws a pitch during the MLB game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Atlanta Braves on September 18th, 2023 at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Zack Wheeler, Phillies agree to 3-year, $126 million contract extension: Sources]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5312354/2024/03/04/zack-wheeler-contract-extension-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5312354/2024/03/04/zack-wheeler-contract-extension-phillies/Mon, 04 Mar 2024 14:19:23 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 23: Zack Wheeler #45 of the Philadelphia Phillies in action against the New York Mets during a game at Citizens Bank Park on September 23, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Extension Week, Part 1: How much to retain Corbin Burnes, other potential free agents?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5312505/2024/03/04/mlb-contracts-corbin-burnes-free-agents/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5312505/2024/03/04/mlb-contracts-corbin-burnes-free-agents/Mon, 04 Mar 2024 10:00:31 GMTFeb 24, 2024; Sarasota, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Ed Smith Stadium. 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MLB players see better ways to shorten games than pitch clock]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5308808/2024/03/01/mlb-pitch-clock-player-suggestions-commercials-replays/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5308808/2024/03/01/mlb-pitch-clock-player-suggestions-commercials-replays/Fri, 01 Mar 2024 10:05:14 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 28: A general view of the pitch clock as Geraldo Perdomo #2 of the Arizona Diamondbacks bats in the third inning against the Texas Rangers during Game Two of the World Series at Globe Life Field on October 28, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The massive change sweeping through MLB coaching: ‘What took us so long?’]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5305075/2024/03/01/mlb-coaches-development-training-modernization/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5305075/2024/03/01/mlb-coaches-development-training-modernization/Fri, 01 Mar 2024 10:00:41 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Hope-O-Meter: How optimistic are you about your team in 2024?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5290123/2024/02/29/mlb-hope-o-meter-team-optimism-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5290123/2024/02/29/mlb-hope-o-meter-team-optimism-2024/Thu, 29 Feb 2024 12:30:06 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 04: A general view during Game 2 of the Wild Card Series between the Miami Marlins and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rob Tringali/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bryce Harper's first 'normal' spring training with Phillies allows time to focus on 1B]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5306585/2024/02/28/bryce-harper-first-base-phillies-spring-training/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5306585/2024/02/28/bryce-harper-first-base-phillies-spring-training/Wed, 28 Feb 2024 23:36:33 GMTFeb 28, 2024; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) catches the ball at first base for an out during the second inning against the Atlanta Braves at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Cristopher Sánchez levels up: Phillies lefty has new pitch, better process, ambitious goal]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5303945/2024/02/28/cristopher-sanchez-cutter-phillies-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5303945/2024/02/28/cristopher-sanchez-cutter-phillies-2024/Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:01:06 GMTPhiladelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sanchez throws during a baseball spring training workout Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)<![CDATA[Inside the new game — Paco Ball — that is the talk of Phillies camp]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5301035/2024/02/27/paco-ball-phillies-spring-training/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5301035/2024/02/27/paco-ball-phillies-spring-training/Tue, 27 Feb 2024 10:01:38 GMT<![CDATA[Noah Song, back with the Red Sox, aiming for an upper-level assignment]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5301304/2024/02/26/noah-song-red-sox-spring-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5301304/2024/02/26/noah-song-red-sox-spring-2024/Mon, 26 Feb 2024 23:11:38 GMTStarting pitcher Noah Song (37) of the Greenville Drive delivers a pitch in a game against the Brooklyn Cyclones on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Fluor Field at the West End in Greenville, South Carolina. He allowed one hit in five innings. 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