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#Philly baseball writer for 23yrs | Covers Phillies, Philly College & HS baseball | Bylines @BaseballAmerica, @PhillyDNsports | Founder - Philadelphia Baseball Review | Credentialed by MLB.

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Harrison Bader transformed the Phillies’ outfield — now the question is, should he stay? Harrison Bader ignited the Phillies with energy, defense, and fire—now his breakout forces tough choices in Philadelphia’s offseason plans.

Harrison Bader ignited the #Phillies with energy, defense, and fire—now his breakout forces tough choices in Philadelphia’s offseason plans.

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29.10.2025 19:57 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Reaction: Phillies stay alive as Thomson’s plan and Schwarber’s bat carry them in Game 3 A reaction to the Phillies win over the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLDS. Schwarber homered, Thomson's plan worked, and the Phillies play on.

Morning After Reaction: Thomson’s plan worked. Schwarber’s bat woke up.

The Phillies stay alive with an 8–2 win in Game 3 — and now the pressure shifts to L.A. #Phillies

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09.10.2025 13:37 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Sanchez tosses third career complete game as Phillies down Red Sox Cristopher Sanchez threw a complete game - the third of his career - to lift the Philadelphia Phillies to a win over the Boston Red Sox.

He didn’t make the All-Star team, but Cristopher Sánchez keeps pitching like one. Another complete game gem as the #Phillies take down the Red Sox. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/07/phil...

23.07.2025 03:47 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Phillies walk off Red Sox on rare interference call, first since 1971 The Phillies beat the Red Sox on Monday with a walk-off win in extras via an interference call.

We may never see it again — but it happened Monday night in South #Philly. The #Phillies walked off the Red Sox on a catcher’s interference call. First time a game ended that way since 1971. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/07/phil...

22.07.2025 02:36 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Harper homers twice, but Angels launch past Phillies in home run-fest Despite a stellar night from Bryce Harper, the Philadelphia Phillies fell in their series opener with the Angels.

Bullpen lets another game go as Angels take down #Phillies in series opener at Citizens Bank Park. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/07/phil...

19.07.2025 03:05 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The ultimate Phillies quarter-century pitching staff: The best Philly arms since 2000 A look at the Philadelphia Phillies All Quarter Century pitching staff. The best Phillies pitchers of the last 25 years.

Power arms. Playoff poise. Some chaos. All dominance.
If Game 7 is on the line, this is who we want on the mound. A look at our #Phillies Quarter Century All-Star pitching staff. #MLB www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/07/phil...

17.07.2025 13:17 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The ultimate Phillies quarter-century lineup: The best Philly bats since 2000 The Philadelphia Phillies all-star quarter century team featuring the best offensive players. Harper, Realmuto, Utley, Rollins, and more.

A full lineup of the most dangerous offensive stars to wear red pinstripes over the last 25 years — from J-Roll to Harper. A look at the #Phillies Quarter Century All-Stars lineup (pitchers unveiled Wednesday). What would you change? #MLB www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/07/phil...

15.07.2025 16:10 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Even Dave Dombrowski has a limit — and the Phillies bullpen just might have found it Patience should be wearing thin as Phillies bullpen implodes again.

Dave Dombrowski has been patient, so will Tuesday's #Phillies implosion force him to act? www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/07/phil...

09.07.2025 18:04 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Phillies stunned by walk-off rarity as bullpen woes resurface in San Francisco The Phillies fell to the Giants as Jordan Romano surrendered a walk-off inside-the-park homer.

If you went to bed early last night, you missed some history - and it wasn't the good type for the #Phillies as the bullpen imploded .... again. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/07/phil...

09.07.2025 13:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Schwarber’s hitting like a $100 million man — but will the Phillies pay the price? And now the Phillies have a dilemma on their hands: how do you handle a 32-year-old designated hitter who mashes like David Ortiz, walks like Joey Vot

Kyle Schwarber is going to get PAID this offseason, so how hard should the #Phillies press to keep him in #Philly? www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/05/kyle...

29.05.2025 14:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The Phillies made a statement — even if they won’t say it The Los Angeles Dodgers arrived at Citizens Bank Park looking like baseball’s inevitable superpower — a perfect 8-0 record, a fresh World Series ring,

The #Phillies pieced together a spectacular weekend at CBP, taking two-of-three from the defending World Series champs. It's only April, but it was a loud statement from a club seeking a deep October run. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/04/phil...

08.04.2025 13:12 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Philadelphia Baseball Review's Award and World Series predictions Opening Day is here, and with it comes the annual tradition of bold predictions, misguided confidence, and the certainty that at least half of what we

Final predictions - but also ...

I'm thrilled to again be covering the #Phillies and for all of your support/readership. This marks my 15th season as an official credentialed member of the MLB media.

It never gets old.
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27.03.2025 15:50 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Phillies and Nationals series preview, notes, and pitching matchups The wait is over. After months of anticipation, the long, cold offseason has finally given way to one of the most cherished days on the baseball calen

And so it begins today. Happy #OpeningDay! The #Phillies open the 2025 campaign in DC against the #Nationals. Here's some insights and notes to get you ready for today's opener: www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/phil...

27.03.2025 12:51 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Cristopher Sánchez: Entering the 2025 season on the brink of stardom You’ve seen these trades before. The ones that barely make a blip on the transaction wire. The ones that don’t get a breaking-news alert. The ones tha

Cristopher Sanchez was an All-Star last season with the #Phillies, and now he's being talked about as a potential Cy Young candidate entering 2025. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/phil...

26.03.2025 17:06 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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NL East Prediction: A Battle Royal Between the Braves, Phillies, and Mets The National League East will once again be one of the toughest divisions in all of baseball. While the Atlanta Braves have dominated this division fo

You can argue the NL East is the most competitive division in #MLB. So how do I see things shaking out between the #Phillies, #Braves, and #Mets? www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/phil...

26.03.2025 16:15 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Projecting the Phillies' 2025 Opening Day lineup So, you wanted an Opening Day lineup? Well, here’s the thing about Opening Day lineups: They look great on paper. They make all the sense in the world

At this point next week, we'll be settling in to watch the #Phillies season opener vs. the Nats. We pretty much know WHO will be in the lineup, but we don't yet no WHERE they'll hit. Some thoughts: www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/phil...

21.03.2025 19:57 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Phillies Notes: Suarez sidelined with a back issue; Stubbs optioned to Triple-A Rob Thomson revealed Wednesday that Ranger Suárez is dealing with mild back stiffness and won’t make his scheduled Grapefruit League start on Friday.

A busy 24 hours for the #Phillies: Ranger Suárez is sidelined with back stiffness, and now Garrett Stubbs is headed to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/phil...

20.03.2025 13:55 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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No more "what ifs": 2025 could be the Phillies' last shot at a World Series with this core Arguably the best rotation in baseball. A loaded lineup. A manager who knows how to leverage matchups with his bullpen. It all adds up to a World Seri

How would you define success for the #Phillies in 2025? For this current core, it's likely their last shot to get the job done. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/phil...

19.03.2025 18:38 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Phillies Diamond Notes: Wheeler named Opening Day starter; Bohm and Kepler on the mend For the second consecutive year, Zack Wheeler will take the mound on Opening Day, this time against the Nationals. No surprises here—Wheeler has been

#Phillies Diamond Notes: The #Phillies name Zack Wheeler as the club's Opening Day starter, Aaron Nola's solid spring, and updates on Alec Bohm and Max Kepler. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/phil...

18.03.2025 13:37 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Father time’s ticking: Can the Phillies make one last run

It's not a clubhouse full of rocking chairs yet, but it's getting there. The #Phillies, as currently constructed, know their window of opportunity is closing. Here's 3 key storylines that need to break in their favor for success in 2025. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/bohm...

17.03.2025 19:28 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Bobadilla throws a no-hitter as Jefferson cruises past Lincoln

Albert Bobadilla tossed a no-hitter for Jefferson (@JeffersonBSB_) on Friday, the first for the program since 2015, as the Rams cruised past Lincoln. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/boba...

15.03.2025 02:45 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Holy Family and Chestnut Hill split a doubleheader; West Chester sweeps Queens Holy Family opened conference play with a doubleheader split on Friday, bouncing back from a Game 1 loss with a 2-1 win in the nightcap, thanks to a p

Chestnut Hill (@CHCBaseball) and Holy Family (@HFUBaseball) each relied on solid pitching to earn a DH split on Friday, while West Chester (@BaseballWcu) rode an offensive explosion to a DH sweep of Queens. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/holy...

15.03.2025 02:25 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Five double plays, one grand slam, and a wild win for Saint Joseph’s in A-10 opener So how do you win a baseball game on a day when the wind is gusting, walks are piling up, and five—yes, five—double plays still don’t seem like enough

Owen Petrich hit a grand slam and Aidan Duda collected three hits to carry Saint Joseph's (@SJUHawks_Base) to a win over Saint Louis in their A-10 conference opener. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/five...

15.03.2025 02:06 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Neff delivers a walk-off as Villanova edges past NJIT So here’s a question: Has Jason Neff officially applied for the job of Villanova’s walk-off specialist yet? Because if not, someone needs to get him t

Jason Neff is off to a historically good start this year for Villanova (@VUBaseball) and he wrote another chapter on Friday in a walk-off win for the Wildcats over NJIT. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/03/neff...

15.03.2025 01:56 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Five unforgettable Jimmy Rollins moments as Phillies legend joins Wall of Fame So, Jimmy Rollins is heading to the Phillies Wall of Fame. And honestly, was there ever a doubt? We’re talking about the guy who spent 15 seasons as t

We knew Jimmy Rollins would eventually land on the #Phillies Wall of Fame, so here's a look back at some legendary moments in his career while in #Philly.

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14.03.2025 14:52 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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8 Reasons to Get Excited for College Baseball's Opening Day: A Season Full of Talent, Philly Pride, and Our Exclusive Coverage As college baseball season dawns, local programs are gearing up for what promises to be an action-packed 2025 campaign. From rising powers looking to

The official start of the college baseball season is here. Here's 8 reasons why - as a #Philly baseball fan - you should be excited: www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2025/02/phil...

14.02.2025 17:22 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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A Hall of Fame oversight: It’s time for Dick Allen’s enshrinement Dick Allen’s name evokes a mix of reverence, curiosity, and, for many, injustice. A towering figure both on and off the field, Allen’s legacy is one o

Dick Allen’s time with the #Phillies wasn’t without its challenges, but it’s time for baseball to get it right – Dick Allen belongs in Cooperstown. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2024/12/dick...

06.12.2024 16:34 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Is Bregman the answer? Phillies explore potential targets prior to Winter Meetings The Phillies are heading to the Winter Meetings in Dallas, and if you’re hoping for a quiet few days, well, you’re not paying attention. This is the t

The Winter Meetings are near, and the #Phillies appear to be exploring some interesting options on the market - including Alex Bregman and Garrett Crochet. www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2024/12/phil...

04.12.2024 16:07 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Diamond Notes: As the Winter Meetings draw near, rumors continue to swirl regarding the Phillies, Soto, and Bohm The first domino of the offseason fell Tuesday night as left-hander Blake Snell inked a five-year, $182 million deal with the Dodgers, a move that was

We are two weeks out from the Winter Meetings, but some roster rumors are already swirling around the #Phillies - www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2024/11/phil...

27.11.2024 16:58 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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What If Series: Whiz Kids outpace Stars in showdown featuring Roberts and Paige, 7-3 The 1950 Philadelphia Phillies, affectionately nicknamed the “Whiz Kids,” were a beacon of hope for a city hungry for success. Managed by Eddie Sawyer

We unveiled our new "What If" series today, featuring a simulated contest featuring the 1950 #Phillies vs. the 1950 Philly Stars. It was Robin Roberts vs. Satchel Paige. Take a gander: www.philadelphiabaseballreview.com/2024/11/phil...

20.11.2024 16:39 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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