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Phillies news: Cristopher Sanchez, Aidan Miller, Edmundo Sosa
Not only did Andrew Painter have a good outing yesterday, but the trio of left handers that the team is looking to bring north – Jose Alvarado, Tanner Banks and Kyle Backhus – all had scoreless outings as well. Might they all actually be on the team on Opening Day? Sounds like you’re looking for […]
We’re mostly here to Paint: Yankees 5, Phillies 3
Sure, there is another loss in the ledger for the Phillies, one that will likely be forgotten in due time. We’re still gettin the good Bryson Stott right now, something to keep an eye on once the games actually begin to mean something. But today, this was the day to talk about Andrew Painter. This […]
Gamethread 3/1: Phillies vs. Yankees
The Grapefruit League schedule continues on Sunday with the Yankees visiting Clearwater. But there will be considerably less star power on hand, as several prominent players like Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and Brad Keller have departed for World Baseball Classic competition. But the game shouldn’t lack for interest as it will feature the 2026 debut […]
Are you at all concerned with the news about Aidan Miller?
Yesterday, there was a bit of a stir from Phillies camp as it was reported that the back issue Aidan Miller is getting treatment for might keep him out of spring games. As noted, his not getting plate appearances this spring is disappointing if in fact he does not receive any, but caution needs to […]
Phillies news: Bryson Stott, Otto Kemp, Dante Nori
Today is something of a big day for the Phillies. Andrew Painter makes his spring debut for the team as they look to see if he is the best option for the fifth spot in the rotation. There has been excitement surrounding him this camp as he works his way back from a disappointing 2025, […]
Aidan Miller has a back issue, may miss spring games
The hopes for Aidan Miller playing games during spring training and potentially forcing the team to make a decision have taken a hit. He has an issue with his back that preventing him from doing much at all right now. Miller, 21, is recovering from a recurring back issue, stalling the Phillies’ plans to play […]
Gamethread 2/28: Phillies at Blue Jays
Here are the lineups. For the Phillies: For the Blue Jays: Let’s talk about it.
The “Last Man In” free agent tournament: The finals!
We’ve reached the finals of the “Last Man In” free agent tournament! I took the last free agent signed before the season for the last 16 years and let the readers decide which was the best. And let’s face it, it was always going to come down to these two. 1.Cliff Lee, 2011 Accolades: Two […]
What do you think of this proposed salary cap figure?
We all know that the owners are going to be pushing for a salary cap during the upcoming negotiations. However, thanks to some owner leaking things to the outside, now we can start to see some numbers. This is interesting because it talks about not just a cap, but also a floor, something that would […]
Phillies news: Alec Bohm, Taijuan Walker, Justin Crawford
Today is the last day where all players will be in camp before many depart for the WBC and prepare for the tournament. That means we’re about to see a lot of minor league pitching taking the mound, which could lead to some interesting scores in the upcoming weeks. On to the links. Phillies news: […]
When I’m Thirty Three
When I get older, losing my bat speed/many seasons from now/will you still call me among the best/putting up a .900 OPS? Those lyrics to the Beatles’ When I’m Sixty Four—very slightly modified from the original— must be ringing in Bryce Harper’s ears right now. Entering his age-33 season, he is no longer young. He’s […]
Gamethread 2/27: Marlins at Phillies
Here are the lineups for the split squad game you can watch. For the Phillies: For the Marlins: And, if you’re interested, here is who is on the road. Let’s talk about it.
The Good Phight’s Community Prospect list: #20 – Ramon Marquez
With this, the final name has been registered and we have a list. Ramon Marquez – 136Zach McCambley – 45Griffin Burkholder – 16Keaton Anthony – 13Alex McFarlane – 10Seth Johnson – 8Mavis Graves – 1 Kind of fitting that Marquez finishes off this list. A 19 year old kid that has a tough changeup and […]
What has earned your attention so far in Phillies camp?
Making any kind of conclusion this early into Spring Training is foolhardy. There’s not much that occurs before the calendar even flips to March that can be used to glean insight on how a player will perform once the games begin to count. But that doesn’t mean there can’t be something that catches your eye […]
Phillies News: Zack Wheeler, Andrew Painter, Daniel Robert
Spring training is underway. The weather in Philadelphia hasn’t caught up, but no matter. Spring is coming. Onto the links. Phillies News Daniel Robert could’ve chosen to go elsewhere. He chose Philly. Zack Wheeler isn’t back yet, but he’s getting closer. ($) Andrew Painter’s Spring Training debut is this Sunday night. MLB news Buster Olney […]
Zack Wheeler threw off a mound. Rejoice!
The Phillies’ starting rotation has been the backbone of their climb to back to back National League East titles. When Zack Wheeler went down last year to an unexpected surgery, it made his 2026 season look dire. Now, we’re even closer to his returning in full. Zack Wheeler threw off a mound Thursday, a huge […]
Gamethread 2/26: Nationals at Phillies
Here are the lineups for today’s game. Phillies: Nationals: Garrett Stubbs hits a homer today.
What are your realistic expectations for Zack Wheeler in 2026?
In an interview with Scott Lauber of the Inquirer published yesterday, Zack Wheeler discussed his offseason full of surgery and recovery from a rather significant injury in the most nonchalant, Zack Wheeler way possible. Here’s an excerpt from that fascinating interview below: “In classic Wheeler fashion, he insists he isn’t worried. “I don’t think there’s […]
Phillies News: Zack Wheeler, Andrew Painter, Bullpen
It was nice to see a healthy dose of Phillies regulars in the game yesterday. It’s hard to stay tuned into spring training games, especially this early, but seeing some of the players you recognize helps. Well at least it will until most of them leave for the World Baseball Classic next week. On to […]
Gamethread 2/25: Tigers at Phillies
Here are the lineups. For the Phillies: For the Tigers: Let’s talk about it.
The Good Phight’s Community Prospect list: #19 – Yoniel Curet
The Phillies have had a bit of success finding guys that they can grab for free, raiding another team that is in a 40-man roster crunch. Curet could possibly be the next. Yoniel Curet – 97Zach McCambley – 82Alex McFarlane – 11Griff Burkholder – 9Keaton Anthony – 9Mavis Graves – 7Seth Johnson – 7 The […]
What do you need to see from Harper to consider him still elite?
Last week, we asked you if you think Bryce Harper is still elite. Today, a slightly different question. What would you need to see from Harper in 2026 to deem him still elite? Everyone’s got a different standard for elite. Some would cite WAR. Some would consider that statistic too dismissive of the heart, the […]
Phillies news: Bryce Harper, Zack Wheeler, Jhoan Duran
Oh gee, another day waking up to snow. How wonderful. The Phillies will play some more games that will be broadcast this week, which always begs the question: why isn’t every single game broadcast? We know some teams and networks cheap out and don’t want to pay announcers or anything like that, but there is […]
Who will be the pleasant surprise the Phillies desperately need?
For a few moments on Saturday, Phillies fans forgot about the drama. Justin Crawford, the left-handed-hitting rookie who everyone expects to be the everyday center fielder this year, walloped a ringing line drive double off the left-center field wall in his first plate appearance of spring training. It was a beautiful sight. Crawford’s penchant for […]
Gamethread 2/24: Phillies at Marlins
Here are the lineups. For the Phillies: For the Marlins: ¯_(ツ)_/¯ Let’s talk about it.
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