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• As Tigers come to town, Phillies look like clear winners of offseason trade

  05-06-2023 01:24 via philliesnation.com
  
  Kody Clemens is in his first season with the Phillies. (Cheryl Pursell)While it may have been difficult for some Phillies fans when Matt Vierling and Nick Maton — two productive bench players on a team that reached the World Series — were traded to the Detroit Tigers in January, Philadelphia looks like the clear winner early on of a trade that landed them Gregory Soto and Kody Clemens.
  During a three-game set this week between the Phillies and Tigers at Citizens Bank Park, Vierling a
  
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• Phillie killer Josh Bell returning to NL East with Nationals

  30-12-2024 15:56 via philliesnation.com
  
  Josh Bell will be back in the National League East. (All-Pro Reels from District of Columbia, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons)
  Noted Phillie killer Josh Bell is reportedly returning to the National League East.The veteran first baseman, a solid switch hitter who has elevated his performance against Philadelphia throughout his career, has agreed to a one-year contract with the Nationals, according to the New York Post’s Jon Heyman. Bell will make $6 million in his second stin
  
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• Four Phillies players without minor league options who will have the upper hand in camp battles

  27-12-2024 22:17 via philliesnation.com
  
  Tyler Phillips will enter the 2025 season without minor league options. (Grace Del Pizzo/Phillies Nation)
  With the holidays over and pitchers and catchers reporting to Clearwater in about six weeks, now is a good time to look ahead to some Phillies camp battles.
  Like the front end of the roster, the back end is just as inflexible. It’s a big reason why you probably won’t see many interesting names pop up as non-roster invitees.
  There are a few notable Phillies players on the 40-man
  
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• Watch: Harry Kalas reads ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’

  25-12-2024 03:30 via philliesnation.com
  
  Harry Kalas is a Phillies icon. (Brian Garfinkel/Icon Sportswire)
  As we enter into the final days of the year, we would like to extend warm wishes to our readers during the holiday season. Thank you for another year of supporting our independent coverage of the Phillies.
  We’ll end 2024 by revisiting an old classic: Hall of Fame announcer Harry Kalas reading ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas on CBS3:MORE FROM PHILLIES NATION
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• Phillies sign swingman Joe Ross to 1-year deal

  24-12-2024 02:38 via philliesnation.com
  
  The Phillies have signed pitcher Joe Ross to a one-year deal. (Photo by Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire)
  The Phillies made another interesting addition to the pitching staff, signing former Nationals and Brewers right-hander Joe Ross to a one-year contract. The team officially announced the deal on Monday. Matt Gelb of The Athletic reported that the deal is worth $4 million.
  Ross, 31, will occupy a swingman role for the Phillies similar to the one Spencer Turnbull held down in 2024. Last season w
  
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• Jesús Luzardo trade helps Phillies address concerns about starting pitching depth

  23-12-2024 20:57 via philliesnation.com
  
  Dave Dombrowski is the president of baseball operations for the Phillies. (Cheryl Pursell)
  The Phillies will head into 2025 with a rotation that’s five deep after trading for former Marlins left-handed starter Jesús Luzardo.
  One of the great clichés in baseball is you can’t have too much starting pitching. Zack Wheeler, Cristopher Sánchez, Aaron Nola, Ranger Suárez and Spencer Turnbull combined for a 3.14 ERA over 767 innings in 2024. They were 81-49 when
  
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• Phillies acquire Jesús Luzardo from Marlins

  22-12-2024 15:51 via philliesnation.com
  
  The Phillies acquired left-handed starter Jesús Luzardo from the Marlins on Sunday. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire)
  The Phillies are adding to their starting rotation. After multiple reports surfaced Sunday morning, the club has officially announced their acquisition of Jesús Luzardo from the Marlins. Robert Murray of FanSided was first to report the news.Matt Gelb of The Athletic was first to report the package the Phillies are sending to Miami — 19-year-old shorts
  
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• Dave Dombrowski suspects Phillies won’t get a meeting with Roki Sasaki

  21-12-2024 16:49 via philliesnation.com
  
  It appears the Phillies won’t be meeting with Roki Sasaki. (The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )
  It appears the Phillies are out of the Roki Sasaki sweepstakes.
  Dave Dombrowski, when speaking with reporters on Zoom Friday night, gave an update on the club’s pursuit of star Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki.
  Dombrowski suspects that the Phillies haven’t made the shortlist of teams Sasaki is willing to meet with. Sasaki, according to multiple reports, is in the process of meeting with
  
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• Phillies plan to play Max Kepler on an everyday basis in left field

  21-12-2024 01:08 via philliesnation.com
  
  The Phillies officially signed outfielder Max Kepler to a one-year deal on Friday. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire)
  On Friday, the Phillies made their signing of Max Kepler to a one-year deal official. While the signing was categorized by some to be puzzling when it was reported on Thursday, the Phillies plans for Kepler are now clear. He’s expected to play left field every day in 2025.“We look at him playing left field for us,” president of baseball operations Dave Dombro
  
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• Former Phillie Nick Nelson signs with NPB’s Hanshin Tigers

  20-12-2024 17:28 via philliesnation.com
  
  Nick Nelson spent three seasons in the Phillies organization. (Don Otto/Phillies Nation)
  Nick Nelson has a new home. After spending the last three seasons in the Phillies organization and electing free agency back in October, Nelson is heading to Japan.The right-handed reliever has agreed to a one-year deal with the Hanshin Tigers of Nippon Professional Baseball. Nelson’s agency, Beverly Hill Sports Council, announced the signing on Thursday on Instagram. Nelson will receive $1 million pl
  
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• Two former Phillies find new teams on minor-league deals

  20-12-2024 15:51 via philliesnation.com
  
  Darick Hall will join the Pirates organization. (Photo by Gregory Fisher/Icon Sportswire)
  A pair of recent former Phillies players found new teams ahead of the 2025 season as Darick Hall and Cristian Pache are now on the move.The power-hitting Hall is signing with the Pittsburgh Pirates on a minor-league deal with an invitation to major-league spring training, he confirmed to Phillies Nation on Thursday. The news was first reported by Steve Potter of PhilliesBaseballFan.com.
  Pache, a superb def
  
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• Phillies agree to deal with former Twins outfielder Max Kepler, per report

  20-12-2024 02:41 via philliesnation.com
  
  The Phillies are reportedly trying to sign Max Kepler. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire)
  The Phillies are reportedly close to bringing in a new free-agent addition to their outfield.The club has agreed to a one-year deal with former Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler, according to ESPN‘s Jeff Passan on Thursday night. Kepler will make $10 million dollars in Philadelphia, pending a physical. Todd Zolecki and Mark Feinsand of MLB.com first reported that the two sides were “worki
  
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• Phillies reportedly sign left-handed reliever to minors deal

  19-12-2024 19:18 via philliesnation.com
  
  The Phillies reportedly signed a reliever to a minor-league deal on Thursday. (Tim Kelly/Phillies Nation)
  As the Phillies continue to search for ways to add to their big-league roster this winter, the club reportedly signed a reliever to a minor-league deal on Thursday. According to Matt Gelb of The Athletic, left-hander Nick Vespi has signed with the organization.Vespi, 29, has spent the last three years going up and down between the majors and minors in the Orioles organization. He was an 18t
  
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• Ranger Suárez is now represented by Boras Corporation

  17-12-2024 18:00 via philliesnation.com
  
  Ranger Suárez is scheduled to be a free agent next offseason. (Photo by Keith Gillett/Icon Sportswire)
  Slated to hit the free-agent market in less than a calendar year, Ranger Suárez is now represented by Boras Corporation, as revealed by the baseball agency in an Instagram story on Monday.Boras Corp, of course, is the entity founded and headed by mega-agent Scott Boras, who has negotiated several billion dollars worth of baseball contracts, headlined most recently by the 15-year,
  
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• What a Kyle Tucker trade package could have looked like for the Phillies

  17-12-2024 17:23 via philliesnation.com
  
  Dave Dombrowski is the Phillies’ president of baseball operations. (Cheryl Pursell)
  The Phillies reportedly showed some level of interest, but ultimately did not land star outfielder Kyle Tucker.Tucker, who went from the Houston Astros to the Chicago Cubs in a blockbuster deal last, could have been the best trade acquisition in Phillies history since Roy Halladay. He may not have come with the same name brand appeal as Juan Soto, but Tucker’s numbers aren’t far behind.Tucker h
  
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• The Phillies should try to trade for Seiya Suzuki. Here’s what they could offer for him.

  17-12-2024 00:04 via philliesnation.com
  
  Dave Dombrowski is the president of baseball operations for the Phillies. (Cheryl Pursell)
  When the Cubs traded for Kyle Tucker on Friday, it took another potential offseason splash off the board for the Phillies.And it was a good thing.In all likelihood, Tucker-to-Philadelphia was never happening. He’s a one-year rental seemingly destined for free agency, and the Astros’ asking price seemed high enough that it probably would’ve cost Aidan Miller or Andrew Painter. What the de
  
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• Phillies Rumors: Team asked for A’s All-Star Mason Miller in Alec Bohm talks

  15-12-2024 16:03 via philliesnation.com
  
  Mason Miller was an All-Star in 2024. (Photo by Keith Gillett/Icon Sportswire)
  Keep track of all of the latest offseason trade and free agency rumors pertaining to the Phillies on Phillies Nation.Saturday, Dec. 14: A’s hang up on Alec Bohm trade talks after Phillies ask for Mason MillerThe relocating Athletics, surprisingly active this offseason ahead of their first season in West Sacramento, could be in the market for a third baseman, but it seems like they won’t have a match with
  
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• Former Phillie Rhys Hoskins could be a trade candidate this winter

  15-12-2024 11:39 via philliesnation.com
  
  Former Phillie Rhys Hoskins could be a trade candidate this offseason. (Keith Gillett/Icon Sportswire)
  Former Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins opted in to his contract at the beginning of the offseason, leading to the Brewers potentially looking for a trade partner.
  Hoskins could be shopped this winter. The Brewers are “open to moving” him, per The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. Hoskins will make at least $22 million over the next two seasons. He has an $18 million salary for 20
  
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• Free book signing with Phillies beat writer Todd Zolecki this Sunday in Ardmore

  13-12-2024 18:26 via philliesnation.com
  
  Still looking for a great holiday gift for a Phillies fan? Head over to Shibe Vintage Sports/Wheelhouse Cards at 78 Rittenhouse Place in Ardmore, Pa. on Sunday, Dec. 15 from 1-3 for a book signing with MLB.com Phillies beat writer Todd Zolecki.
  Zolecki will be signing copies of his book “Doc: The Life of Roy Halladay.” Hardcover copies of the book will be available for purchase. You can also purchase an exclusive “The Phillies Show” podcast 47 Brand tee and ask Zolecki an
  
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• Phillies Rumors: Angels ‘checked in on’ Alec Bohm

  13-12-2024 14:57 via philliesnation.com
  
  Alec Bohm is a trade candidate this offseason. (Grace Del Pizzo/Phillies Nation)
  Keep track of all of the latest offseason trade and free agency rumors pertaining to the Phillies on Phillies Nation.Wednesday, Dec. 11: Angels in touch with Phillies about Alec BohmThe Los Angeles Angels “have checked in on” Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm with potential trade interest, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. Los Angeles has also reached out to teams about two other
  
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• New Mike Schmidt documentary details complicated relationship with Phillies fans

  12-12-2024 23:32 via philliesnation.com
  
  “Michael Jack Schmidt” debuts Thursday. (Grace Del Pizzo/Phillies Nation)
  Mike Schmidt is the greatest player to sport a Philadelphia Phillies uniform, the best third baseman to ever man the hot corner and one of the most accomplished power hitters in the history of Major League Baseball. The former slugger and Hall of Famer hit 548 home runs, spent his entire career in one city and brought his club the first World Series championship in franchise history. What’s there not to
  
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• Phillies included top-tier prospects in Garrett Crochet deadline offer

  12-12-2024 15:37 via philliesnation.com
  
  The Phillies lost out on Garrett Crochet, but not for lack of effort. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire)
  All the smoke, which rose and rose for months, surrounding a Garrett Crochet trade finally materialized into fire on Wednesday. The White Sox sent him away. Not to Philadelphia. To Boston.
  It wasn’t for lack of effort on the Phillies’ part, at least if you date back to the summer. That’s when the Phillies were most aggressive in their pursuit of the All-Star southpaw &m
  
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• Phillies lose Paul Owens Award winner in Rule 5 Draft

  11-12-2024 23:49 via philliesnation.com
  
  Citizens Bank Park has been home to the Phillies since 2004. (Tim Kelly/Phillies Nation)
  The Phillies lost 2024 Paul Owens Award-winning pitcher Eiberson Castellano in the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday.
  The Minnesota Twins selected him in the major league phase of the Rule 5 Draft. The Phillies selected right-hander Mike Vasil from the Mets. The club later flipped Vasil to the Rays for cash considerations.
  Castellano, 23, had a strong season across two levels of the minor leagues. Splitting time be
  
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• Red Sox to acquire Garrett Crochet

  11-12-2024 20:07 via philliesnation.com
  
  Garrett Crochet is heading to Boston, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. (Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire)
  There appears to be a winner in the Garrett Crochet sweepstakes.
  Per Julian McWilliams of the Boston Globe, the Boston Red Sox are close to acquiring Crochet in a deal with the White Sox that includes top catching prospect Kyle Teel.
  Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic added that the deal also includes outfielder Braden Montgomery, infielder Chase Meidroth and right-hander Wikelman Gonzalez. Teel a
  
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• Phillies Rumors: Team showing interest in Patrick Sandoval

  11-12-2024 17:30 via philliesnation.com
  
  The Phillies are reportedly showing interest in Patrick Sandoval. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire)
  Keep track of all of the latest offseason trade and free agency rumors pertaining to the Phillies on Phillies Nation.Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 11:00 a.m ET: Verducci: Phillies showing interest in Patrick Sandoval
  Here’s an interesting potential starting pitching target. The Phillies, according to Sports Illustrated’s Tom Verducci, have shown interest in former Angels starter Patrick Sa
  
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• Rob Thomson on Alec Bohm: ‘We’re not shopping him’

  10-12-2024 20:43 via philliesnation.com
  
  Alec Bohm’s name has come up in trade speculation this offseason. (Grace Del Pizzo/Phillies Nation)
  Manager Rob Thomson spoke with reporters on Tuesday at the Winter Meetings in Dallas. He fielded questions on a few topics. Perhaps his most intriguing comments came when the Phillies skipper talked about Alec Bohm.Bohm’s name has been thrown around in trade speculation this offseason. The Phillies are open to shaking things up this winter. Trading Bohm could be part of that. But Thom
  
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• Bryson Stott affected by sore elbow for most of 2024

  10-12-2024 17:46 via philliesnation.com
  
  Bryson Stott struggled at the plate in 2024. (Grace Del Pizzo/Phillies Nation)
  Bryson Stott’s third big-league season didn’t go as planned. The Phillies were expecting big things from Stott, who had a solid sophomore season in the majors. But instead of big things, the former first-round pick had to grind through the woes of a junior slump in 2024.Two seasons ago, Stott posted a .280 batting average and .747 OPS with 15 home runs and 32 doubles.All of those numbers decreased in 2024
  
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• Cole Hamels to be featured on Phillies TV broadcasts in 2025

  10-12-2024 04:23 via philliesnation.com
  
  Cole Hamels will be a part-time Phillies broadcaster in 2025, per Jim Salisbury. (Grace Del Pizzo/Phillies Nation)
  Expect to see more of Phillies legend Cole Hamels in 2025.
  Jim Salisbury of PHLY Sports reported that Hamels will be in camp with the Phillies as a guest instructor. He is also expected to be a part-time contributor on Phillies television broadcasts on NBC Sports Philadelphia during the regular season.
  Hamels officially retired as a Phillie in June after a stellar 15-year career th
  
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• Dick Allen’s Hall of Fame election a reward for family, friends who continued to believe

  10-12-2024 01:35 via philliesnation.com
  
  Dick Allen is a Hall of Famer. (IconSportswire)
  While he was better known for his show-stopping power and prowess in a batter’s box, Dick Allen’s talent as a singer was no secret. During his playing career with the Phillies, Allen performed with a doo-wop group called the Ebonistics. They released a single called “Echo’s of November” in 1968 and did shows in Philadelphia. Music was a major factor in the former slugger’s life.So it was only fitting for Richard
  
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• Phillies Rumors: Insider predicts Garrett Crochet to land in Philadelphia

  09-12-2024 21:10 via philliesnation.com
  
  Garrett Crochet is one of the top names on the trade market. (Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire)
  Keep track of all of the latest offseason trade and free agency rumors pertaining to the Phillies on Phillies Nation.Monday, Dec. 9 at 2:33 a.m. ET: Nightengale predicts Phillies will trade for Garrett CrochetBob Nightengale of USA Today predicted that White Sox starter Garrett Crochet will ultimately land in Philadelphia in an appearance on the “Foul Territory” podcast.“I still think
  
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