Phillies Lose RHP Griff McGarry to Nationals in 2025 Rule 5 Draft

The Philadelphia Phillies have lost right-handed pitcher Griff McGarry to the Washington Nationals in the 2025 MLB Rule 5 Draft. McGarry, a promising arm in the Phillies’ system, now gets a direct path to the majors with the Nationals, who must keep him on their 26‑man roster for the 2026 season or offer him back […]

Mike Lipinski  •  10 Dec 2025
LOL Mets! Mets Lose Alonso to Baltimore

The New York Mets somehow managed to make an already bad situation even worse: Pete Alonso is heading to Baltimore, a pivot for the O’s after they were unable to snag Kyle Schwarber. The star first baseman reportedly inked a 5-year, $155 million deal with the Orioles less than a week after Edwin Diaz bolted […]

Mike Lipinski  •  10 Dec 2025
Phillies Have Offer Out to J.T. Realmuto as Free Agency Continues

The Phillies have made an offer to J.T. Realmuto to keep their veteran catcher in Philadelphia for 2026. While terms are not known, league expectation is that Realmuto returns. The Philadelphia Phillies have formally made an offer to JT Realmuto, according to reporting from Todd Zolecki of MLB.com. The exact terms haven’t been disclosed. Realmuto, […]

Mike Lipinski  •  10 Dec 2025
Kyle Schwarber Contract Details: Phillies Match Orioles On 5-year Deal

Kyle Schwarber’s Negotiations Revealed: Phillies Had to Go the Distance News broke earlier Tuesday that slugger Kyle Schwarber was returning to the Philadelphia Phillies on a five-year, $150 million deal. Now, additional details are surfacing on how the negotiations unfolded and why Schwarber ultimately chose to remain in Phillies powder blue and maroon for the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  09 Dec 2025
Phillies Trade Rumor: Could MacKenzie Gore Be Another Buy-Low Steal Like Jesús Luzardo?

Phillies Explore Trade Interest in Nationals Lefty MacKenzie Gore According to NatsTalk.com, the Philadelphia Phillies have reached out to the Washington Nationals about left-handed starter MacKenzie Gore, a move that signals Dave Dombrowski may already be poking around the second-tier pitching market before things fully heat up. Gore, 26, is coming off a rough statistical […]

Mike Lipinski  •  09 Dec 2025
Kyle Schwarber Signs Five-Year, $150 Million Deal with Philadelphia Phillies

Phillies locks in power bat Kyle Schwarber on a blockbuster contract; deal details revealed As first reported by Jeff Passan, the Philadelphia Phillies and Kyle Schwarber have agreed to a five-year, $150 million deal. The Phillies have now accomplished their top priority of the Hot Stove season, bringing back their premier power bat. In four […]

Mike Lipinski  •  09 Dec 2025
Philadelphia Phillies Extend Manager Rob Thomson Through 2027

Phillies locks in Rob Thomson through the 2027 season The Philadelphia Phillies have announced that manager Rob Thomson has signed an extension through the 2027 season. Under his leadership, the Phillies have compiled a 346-251 regular-season record and a 21-17 mark in the postseason. Since taking over in June 2022, Thomson has led the Phillies […]

Mike Lipinski  •  09 Dec 2025
Phillies Trade Target Byron Buxton No Longer Available as Twins Shut Down Talks

Minnesota Twins close the door on trade discussions, keeping Byron Buxton in Minneapolis while Phillies explore other outfield options. The Philadelphia Phillies may need to look elsewhere for outfield help. Earlier this week, reports surfaced suggesting Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton would consider waiving his no-trade clause to facilitate a move out of Minneapolis. With […]

Mike Lipinski  •  05 Dec 2025
Ranger Suárez Drawing Heavy Interest From Orioles, Cubs, and Astros in Free Agency

The Phillies remain involved, but their pursuit hinges on pricing as several contenders intensify efforts to land the left-handed starter. Ranger Suárez’s free agency market continues to build momentum, and according to MLB.com insider Mark Feinsand, several teams have intensified their pursuit of the left-hander. The Baltimore Orioles, Chicago Cubs, and Houston Astros are viewed […]

Mike Lipinski  •  05 Dec 2025