Logan O'Hoppe, a former Phillies prospect, is expected to be non-tendered by the Rangers, and a reunion could be a speculative fix for the backup catcher spot behind J.T. Realmuto. Marchan and Stubbs were uninspiring options. O'Hoppe has upside. 🔄
Don Mattingly says he's grateful to be back in a dugout and credits Philadelphia for reigniting his desire to manage. Also in the links: a deep look at Andrew Painter's season and what it means going forward, plus the Phillies' Sixers good-luck post, which doubled as some tidy trolling. 😏
Cristopher Sanchez finished second again for the Juan Marichal Award, 158 points behind Junior Caminero, a year after trailing Juan Soto. The Phillies ace keeps collecting silver; by WAR, the voting looks tough to defend. 🥈
An opinion piece argues the Phillies could fix their outfield by trading for Rangers star Wyatt Langford, a righty bat and 2026 Gold Glove finalist under control through 2029. It's a proposal only, with no talks reported. 🎯
Mark Feinsand of MLB.com tabs the Phillies as a "dark horse" for free-agent ace Tarik Skubal, though still a "long shot." Dave Dombrowski's willingness to spend keeps the door ajar for the two-time Cy Young winner. 🎯
Former Phillies reliever Connor Brogdon, who spent five years in Philadelphia, elected free agency from the Cleveland Guardians on Oct. 20. The Phillies, ousted by Atlanta in the Wild Card Series, head into an offseason with their own roster questions. 🔎
Don Mattingly remains the Phillies' manager after the team initially expressed interest in Alex Cora. Despite not being the first choice, Mattingly is excited to continue in Philly, focusing on defensive improvements for the upcoming season.
Kyle Schwarber's 2026 season saw a power drop in the second half due to a back issue, yet he still tied for the MLB lead with 45 homers. Concerns linger as age and health may impact his consistency going into 2027. 🏟️
The Phillies are reportedly eyeing Seiya Suzuki as a key offseason target to fill their right field gap. With his impressive stats and Gold Glove finalist defense, Suzuki could address Philadelphia's offensive woes. However, budget concerns loom over the potential move.
The Good Phight: What do you think of the plan to get the vets more rest?
The Philadelphia Phillies celebrate a historic milestone as 46 years ago today, they clinched their first World Series title, defeating the Kansas City Royals 4-1. Steve Carlton and Mike Schmidt were pivotal in ending the team's 97-year championship drought.
Dave Dombrowski is eyeing ways to keep the Phillies fresh and improve their outfield. Fans can expect strategic moves to bolster the team's lineup. 🏟️
The Phillies face a strategic dilemma with the potential cancellation of the Rule 5 Draft due to an MLB lockout. Key prospects like Wen-Hui Pan and Bryan Rincon are at risk of being left unprotected, prompting debate on roster moves to safeguard future talent.
The Phillies are eyeing prospects from the low minors for a potential big league leap in 2027. Notable names include lefty Mavis Graves, who impressed with a 0.96 ERA in Double-A, and Cade Obermueller, a promising left-handed reliever drafted in 2025.
Don Mattingly is urging the Phillies to ramp up their baserunning aggression in 2027. Despite an 85% successful steal rate in 2026, their total steals were average. Mattingly sees untapped speed potential to ignite the Phillies' offense.
The Phillies are scouting Korean shortstop Ju-Won Kim, aiming to boost their roster with his defensive prowess and solid bat. Though it's speculative, Kim could be a future asset to shore up the infield, especially with defensive concerns around Trea Turner. 🧐
The Phillies face crucial offseason decisions with six players entering free agency. Tim Mayza has already secured a one-year deal for 2027, leaving Alec Bohm and others potentially on the move. Bohm, a versatile corner infielder, may not return to Philly. ⚾️
The Phillies are on the hunt for a reliable backup catcher to ease J.T. Realmuto's workload. With Realmuto logging the most innings behind the plate since 2019, it's clear the team needs depth to preserve their star catcher and plan for the future.
Phillies could bolster their outfield by trading for four-time Gold Glover Steven Kwan. With Brandon Marsh's second-half slump and Justin Crawford's development, Kwan's defensive prowess and contact-hitting make him an enticing option. 🏆
The Philadelphia Phillies are speculated to target Cleveland Guardians' outfielder Steven Kwan in a potential trade. Kwan, a two-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner, could address the Phillies' need for a corner outfield upgrade. This remains a speculation.
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