2023 MLB Schedule Release: Phillies Play Every Team in New Format

Major League Baseball released the 2023 schedule on Wednesday afternoon.  And there’s a new wrinkle being introduced for 2023, a balanced schedule.  Everyone plays everyone at least once and the schedule is no longer division heavy.   The Philadelphia Phillies will open the 2023 season on Thursday, March 30 at the Texas Rangers for a three-game […]

Mike Lipinski  •  24 Aug 2022
Bryce Harper Injury Update: Harper Homers Twice for Lehigh Valley

Rehabbing Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Bryce Harper went 2-for-3 with 2 HRs, 4 RBIs, and a 2 BBs on Tuesday for the Lehigh Valley. The IronPigs defeated Gwinnett 10-5 but more importantly the Phillies’ slugger looked comfortable. The Phillies slugger spoke after the game about his first true at-bat’s in nearly two months.

Mike Lipinski  •  24 Aug 2022
Phillies Roster Moves: Darick Hall Optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley

The Philadelphia Phillies have optioned first baseman/designated hitter Darick Hall back to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, the team confirmed on Tuesday afternoon.   In his place, the Phillies have recalled infielder Yairo Munoz. Hall’s move to the minors was originally reported by just about every beat writer that covers the team.  At first glance the move may […]

Mike Lipinski  •  23 Aug 2022
Bryce Harper Injury Update: Harper to Begin Rehab Assignment on Tuesday

The Philadelphia Phillies received some welcomed news on Monday afternoon.  Designated hitter Bryce Harper will begin his rehab assignment on Tuesday night with Triple-A Lehigh Valley.  The news was first reported by The Athletic‘s Matt Gelb. That sound you just heard? That’s the Phillies’ fanbase breathing a major sigh of relief. That other sound? That was […]

Mike Lipinski  •  22 Aug 2022
An Andre Dillard for Kareem Hunt Trade?!? Okay, Why Not!

Note: A version of this post first appeared on Section 247 Sports, reprinted with permission. Jakib Media’s Dan Sileo took to social media on Saturday to proclaim the Philadelphia Eagles and Cleveland Browns trade intentions. Andre Dillard for Kareem Hunt?!? Straight up? Outright!? Is this a statement, a rumor, a hot take? Let’s let the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  21 Aug 2022
Phillies Roster Moves: Brandon Marsh to the IL, Bradley Zimmer Claimed Off Waivers

The Philadelphia Phillies made a series of roster moves on Thursday to address the suddenly dire outfield situation.

Mike Lipinski  •  18 Aug 2022
Phillies OF Brandon Marsh in “High Spirits” After Injury

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh left Tuesday night’s game with what looked like a nasty knee injury.  The recently acquired outfielder attempted to rob a Jonathan India home run and came down awkwardly, buckling his left knee in the process.  Marsh was helped to his feet and gingerly left the field on his own power.  […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Aug 2022
Philadelphia Phillies Reach 10,000 Wins

The Philadelphia Phillies notched the franchise’s 10,000 win with Tuesday’s 11-4 win over Cincinnati.

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Aug 2022
Philadelphia Phillies Playoff Odds Update

The Philadelphia Phillies are about a week or so away from getting slugger Bryce Harper back in the lineup.  National League home run leader Kyle Schwarber has (fingers crossed) avoided the injured list.  Bryson Stott has settled in as the leadoff hitter, Noah Syndergaard is going seven innings deep, and the bullpen has become the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  16 Aug 2022