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Philadelphia Phillies outfielder/designated hitter Bryce Harper has been unveiled as one of the top votegetters in the National League. Harper leads all National League designated hitters in votes for the MLB All Star Game in Los Angeles.

Recently demoted relief pitcher James Norwood has been traded to the Boston Red Sox, the Phillies announced on Saturday afternoon. Norwood was 1-0 with an 8.31 ERA in 20-appearences for the Phillies in 2022 before being designated for assignment.

Reading Fightin’ Phils catcher Logan O’Hoppe has been added to MLB’s Top 100 Prospect list. The 22-year old is leading Reading in multiple categories including home runs, RBI’s, and batting average.

Sport Talk Philly’s Michael Lipinski goes “Down on the Farm” and takes a look at how the top prospects in the Phillies farm system are fairing.

Andrew Painter, the Phillies top minor league prospect, made his first start for High-A Jersey Shore on Sunday. Painter showed why he’s the top prospect in the Phils system despite a a so-so outing.

Scott Kingery’s return to the Big Leagues is over.  The Phillies have reinstated starting pitcher Zack Wheeler from the paternity list and designated Kingrey for assignment. 

Philly (and Delco) Will Be Will Represented at the MLB Futures Game. Former Phillies’ shortstop Jimmy Rollins and Delco native Mike Scioscia will manage the AL and NL teams in the 2022 MLB Futures Game during the All Star festivites.

The No. 1 prospect in the Philadelphia Phillies farm system is on the move. RHP Andrew Painter has been promoted to High-A Jersey Shore, the club announced on Monday.

The Philadelphia Phillies have fired Joe Girardi, the team announced on Friday.  Rob Thomson will act as the interim manager. Girardi had a 131-142 record as Phils’ skipper.  The Phillies official statement: This story is developing…