Bryce Harper has little interest in defending Home Run Derby crown, but Phillies teammate Rhys Hoskins hopes to compete

Bryce Harper has little interest in defending Home Run Derby crown, but Phillies teammate Rhys Hoskins hopes to compete

by Scott Lauber
Harper is unmoved to compete in the homer-hitting contest this year in Cleveland after doing so last season in his then-home ballpark in Washington.
Aaron Nola’s brother Austin makes MLB debut with Seattle Mariners after eight years in minor leagues

Aaron Nola’s brother Austin makes MLB debut with Seattle Mariners after eight years in minor leagues

by Scott Lauber
The Nolas become the fourth set of brothers to play in the majors this season, joining Kevin and C.J. Cron, Yuli and Lourdes Gurriel and Corey and Kyle Seager.
Aaron Nola’s brother Austin makes MLB debut with Seattle Mariners after eight years in minor leagues

Aaron Nola’s brother Austin makes MLB debut with Seattle Mariners after eight years in minor leagues

by Scott Lauber
The Nolas become the fourth set of brothers to play in the majors this season, joining Kevin and C.J. Cron, Yuli and Lourdes Gurriel and Corey and Kyle Seager.
Phillies get shelled by Braves, further exposing their starting rotation’s flaws

Phillies get shelled by Braves, further exposing their starting rotation’s flaws

by Scott Lauber
Velasquez and Irvin combined to allow 10 runs on 13 hits in six innings of a 15-1 annihilation that restored the Braves’ division lead to 2 1/2 games.
Phillies get shelled by Braves, further exposing their starting rotation’s flaws

Phillies get shelled by Braves, further exposing their starting rotation’s flaws

by Scott Lauber
Velasquez and Irvin combined to allow 10 runs on 13 hits in six innings of a 15-1 annihilation that restored the Braves’ division lead to 2 1/2 games.
Jay Bruce, J.T. Realmuto both injured, out for series finale against Braves

Jay Bruce, J.T. Realmuto both injured, out for series finale against Braves

by Scott Lauber
Neither Jay Bruce nor J.T. Realmuto was in the Phillies' lineup Sunday for the series finale against the Braves. But neither is expected to have to spend time on the injured list either.
Jay Bruce, J.T. Realmuto both injured, out for series finale against Braves

Jay Bruce, J.T. Realmuto both injured, out for series finale against Braves

by Scott Lauber
Neither Jay Bruce nor J.T. Realmuto was in the Phillies' lineup Sunday for the series finale against the Braves. But neither is expected to have to spend time on the injured list either.
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Father’s Day: Soon-to-be dad Bryce Harper reflects on lessons from his father

Father’s Day: Soon-to-be dad Bryce Harper reflects on lessons from his father

by Matt Breen
“He worked his ever-living tail off,” Bryce Harper says. “When I tell you, I’m telling you.”
Cesar Hernandez helps Phillies rebound with late rally against Braves

Cesar Hernandez helps Phillies rebound with late rally against Braves

by Scott Lauber
The second baseman hit a two-run single in the ninth inning that lifted the Phils. He also had a solo home run.
Jay Bruce leaves Phillies game vs. Braves with tight hamstring

Jay Bruce leaves Phillies game vs. Braves with tight hamstring

by Scott Lauber
The outfielder might have tweaked the hamstring when he tried to score from first base on a double to right field by Scott Kingery.
Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto, on ironman pace, leaves game in sixth inning

Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto, on ironman pace, leaves game in sixth inning

by Scott Lauber
The catcher is making his 14th consecutive start for the Phillies and is on pace to start 138 games this season.
Phillies’ Roman Quinn feels some discomfort after getting hit by a pitch in a rehab game

Phillies’ Roman Quinn feels some discomfort after getting hit by a pitch in a rehab game

by Scott Lauber
The luckless outfielder isn’t playing for Reading on Saturday night, but he went through his normal pregame routine.
Phillies lose to Braves on walk-off hit as bullpen implodes against NL East rival

Phillies lose to Braves on walk-off hit as bullpen implodes against NL East rival

by Scott Lauber
The Phillies bullpen, missing several key contributors, was bound to fall apart at some point, and they picked the worst time to do it in a 9-8 loss to a division rival.
Phillies’ Andrew McCutchen has surgery; Jean Segura moves into leadoff spot

Phillies’ Andrew McCutchen has surgery; Jean Segura moves into leadoff spot

by Scott Lauber
McCutchen is expected to recover and play next season.
Phillies reliever Seranthony Dominguez appears poised to avoid season-ending elbow surgery

Phillies reliever Seranthony Dominguez appears poised to avoid season-ending elbow surgery

by Scott Lauber
After getting a second opinion from noted orthopedist James Andrews, the Phillies reliever has been told he might actually pitch again this season.
Phillies’ Phil Gosselin designated for assignment; Malvern Prep alum’s dream run ends for now

Phillies’ Phil Gosselin designated for assignment; Malvern Prep alum’s dream run ends for now

by Scott Lauber
Phil Gosselin lived his dream for 58 days. He was designated for assignment by the Phillies on Friday, potentially bringing to a close a two-month run with his hometown team.
Phillies will have their hands full with red-hot Braves offense | Extra Innings

Phillies will have their hands full with red-hot Braves offense | Extra Innings

by Scott Lauber
Atlanta has scored 83 runs in its last 12 games.
The Phillies need a starter. Here’s what the trade market could offer. | David Murphy
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The Phillies need a starter. Here’s what the trade market could offer. | David Murphy

by David Murphy
The Phillies need to stabilize the back end of their rotation and possibly add a pitcher they trust to take the mound in a key playoff game. Here are five names that could work.
Phillies trade for utility player Brad Miller, send Yankees cash considerations in return

Phillies trade for utility player Brad Miller, send Yankees cash considerations in return

by Matt Breen
Miller, who can play nearly any position, had a .994 OPS this season in 41 games with the Yankees’ triple-A affiliate.
As oft-injured Roman Quinn nears a return, Phillies ponder ways to keep him healthier

As oft-injured Roman Quinn nears a return, Phillies ponder ways to keep him healthier

by Scott Lauber
Name the injury, and Quinn has probably had it, leading the Phillies to wonder how often he can play.
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