Philadelphia Phillies (4-8) at Cincinnati Reds (4-7)- Game 13 Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies hit the road on Thursday to take on (again) the Cincinnati Reds from Great American Ballpark in Ohio.  The two teams matched up last week in Philadelphia, the Phillies took the series two games-to-one.   Thursday evening’s matchup will be a rematch of Saturday, April 8 when the Phils’ Bailey Falter takes on […]

Mike Lipinski  •  13 Apr 2023
News & Notes: Philadelphia Phillies Injury Update

Here’s the latest news and notes on the Philadelphia Phillies injuries.   Bryce Harper (Tommy John surgery)– The Phillies all-star is progressing well from late-November Tommy John surgery and began working out at first base earlier this week.  Manager Rob Thomson has mentioned Harper is ready to hit in a competitive situation however he is still […]

Mike Lipinski  •  13 Apr 2023
Phillies’ Bryce Harper Working Out at First Base

The official Philadelphia Phillies twitter account sent Phils’ fans into a frenzy on Wednesday afternoon when it shared pictures of slugger Bryce Harper working out at Citizens Bank Park.  Harper, who is recovering from late-November Tommy John Surgery, was seen in the official team images taking ground balls with a first baseman’s mitt. The immediate […]

Mike Lipinski  •  12 Apr 2023
Series Preview: Cincinatti Reds (3-2) at Philadelphia Phillies (1-5)

The Philadelphia Phillies open the home portion of the 2023 MLB regular season on Friday afternoon against the Cincinnati Reds.  The Reds are in Philadelphia over Easter weekend for a crucial (yes, crucial this early!) three-game set.   The Phillies limp into the home opener with a 1-5 record after being swept by Texas and losing […]

Mike Lipinski  •  07 Apr 2023
Bryce Harper Injury Update: Harper Took Live BP on Tuesday in the Bronx

There’s BIG news coming out of New York City (no, not THAT news), Philadelphia Phillies outfielder/designated hitter Bryce Harper took live batting practice on Tuesday for the first time since his late-November Tommy John surgery.   Harper took swings from Phils’ hitting coach Kevin Long at Yankee Stadium and “felt great” afterwards according to Phillies manager […]

Mike Lipinski  •  05 Apr 2023
Phillies Roster Move: Yunior Marte Optioned, Moore Elevated, and Ortiz Designated.

The Philadelphia Phillies have made a series of roster moves in an attempt to solidify the bullpen, the team announced on Tuesday. RHP Yunior Marte has been optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley and ,in a corresponding move, the Phillies have selected the contract of RHP McKinley Moore.  Moore will join the Phillies for Tuesday night’s […]

Mike Lipinski  •  04 Apr 2023
Series Preview: Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers

The Philadelphia Phillies begin the defense of their National League Pennant on Thursday afternoon in Arlington, Texas against the American League’s Texas Rangers in the first of a three-game set from GlobeLife Field.  Here’s a look at the Phillies-Rangers Series: When: March 30 & April 1-2 Where: GlobeLife Field in Arlington, Texas Start Times: Game […]

Mike Lipinski  •  30 Mar 2023
Phillies Trade for Oakland Athletics Outfielder on Eve of 2023 Opening Day

The Philadelphia Phillies have made a move to solidify outfield depth on the eve of the 2023 MLB regular season.  President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced the acquisition of Oakland Athletics outfielder Cristian Pache in exchange for minor league pitcher Billy Sullivan. The Phillies moved injured first baseman Rhys Hoskins to the 60-day IL […]

Mike Lipinski  •  29 Mar 2023
Rhys Hoskins Set for Opening Day ACL Surgery

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins is set to undergo ACL reconstruction surgery on Thursday, the team announced.  Hoskins injured the knee attempting to make a play during a Grapefruit League game on March 23.  Recovery time for an ACL reconstruction is 6-to-12 months.  Hoskins, 30, has likely played his final games in Phillies pinstripes.  […]

Mike Lipinski  •  28 Mar 2023