Phillies Bring Back Realmuto After Bichette Disaster

After a long standoff over a contract — and the failure of the ballclub to sign free agent infielder Bo Bichette — the Philadelphia Phillies and J.T. Realmuto have agreed to a contract to keep the catcher in red pinstripes. The deal is worth a reported $45 million over three-seasons with escalators that can add […]

Mike Lipinski  •  16 Jan 2026
Phillies Make Strong Impression in Meeting With Bo Bichette

UPDATE — According to the New York Post’s Jon Heyman, the meeting between the Philadelphia Phillies and Bo Bichette reportedly went “very well,” with Bichette said to be drawn to the Phillies as an organization and particularly intrigued by his relationship with Don Mattingly. While Philadelphia appears to be a strong contender, there is still […]

Mike Lipinski  •  13 Jan 2026
Donnie Baseball Joins the Phillies

The Phillies have officially added Donnie Baseball to the mix. UPDATE — Finally Official! The Philadelphia Phillies officially added Don Mattingly as bench coach, the team announced on Monday. The move comes after months of speculation. UPDATE — Winter Meetings Development Speaking at the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski […]

Mike Lipinski  •  05 Jan 2026
Bryce Harper’s “Not Elite” Shirt Sends a Clear Message as Phillies Prep for 2026

Lost in the holiday weekend was Bryce Harper’s new look. Via social media, the Phillies slugger showed he was back to work and getting ready for the 2026 season. Harper continues to sport his Super Troopers ’stache, but that wasn’t what caught fans’ attention. The former MVP was taking BP in a black t-shirt with […]

Mike Lipinski  •  29 Dec 2025
Phillies Deal Matt Strahm to Kansas City in Bullpen Shakeup

Strahm Out, Questions Remain About Phillies Bullpen Direction UPDATE II The Phillies have made a notable bullpen move, trading left-handed reliever Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for right-handed pitcher Jonathan Bowlan. UPDATE According to ESPN insider Jeff Passan, the Philadelphia Phillies are likely to trade reliever Matt Strahm as the organization […]

Mike Lipinski  •  19 Dec 2025
Phillies Eye Japanese Breakout Ace Tatsuya Imai in Free Agency

According to recent reports, the Philadelphia Phillies are among the clubs reportedly in pursuit of Tatsuya Imai this offseason, as the Japanese right-hander becomes available via the posting system. That interest signals an opportunity for the Phillies to land an impact arm this offseason, and Imai may represent one of the best pitching values on […]

Mike Lipinski  •  12 Dec 2025
Phillies Free Agency Update: Philadelphia Expected to Make Offer to Ranger Suárez

The Phillies want to retain Ranger Suárez, but his projected three-year, $75 million price tag may test the team’s pitching budget. According to MLB Insider Jim Bowden, the Philadelphia Phillies would like to re-sign starting pitcher Ranger Suárez. The club will make an offer in an effort to keep the Joe Cool lefty. As previously […]

Mike Lipinski  •  03 Dec 2025
Harrison Bader Free Agency Outlook: Mets, Orioles, Royals Among Top Fits

Harrison Bader brought energy, defense, and grit to the Phillies’ clubhouse but as his market opens, several teams are positioned to make a serious run at him. Harrison Bader brought a jolt of much-needed energy to the Phillies’ clubhouse the moment he arrived from Minnesota. His defense, intensity, and edge quickly made him a favorite […]

Mike Lipinski  •  25 Nov 2025
Kyle Schwarber Free Agency: 5 Teams That Make Sense Beyond the Phillies

From the Tigers to the Reds, here’s where the slugger could land next and what each team offers Kyle Schwarber’s left-handed power is the kind of rare, game‑changing bat that makes front offices excited. After crushing a career-high 56 home runs in 2025, the slugger is set to test free agency. For Phillies fans, the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  24 Nov 2025