MLB Free Agency Rumors: Phillies Kicking the Tires on Yamamoto? Josh Hader Rumors and More from the MLB Hot Stove

  The pipeline of Japanese born players to the Philadelphia Phillies isn’t exactly something to be excited about. According to JapaneseBallPlayers.com, the Phils have had a whopping two Japanese players in franchise history! Two! Tadahito Iguchi was the first ever to play for the Phillies in 2007. He played admirably for the 2007 NL East […]

Mike Lipinski  •  15 Nov 2023
MLB Free Agency News: Aaron Nola Rejects Philadelphia Phillies Qualifying Offer

  In not so surprising news, free agent RHP Aaron Nola has rejected the Philadelphia Phillies qualifying offer for 2024. In fact, none of the seven free agents that were extended qualifying offers accepted them. The Phillies will be compensated with a 4th round compensatory pick in the 2024 MLB Draft if/when Nola signs elsewhere. […]

Mike Lipinski  •  14 Nov 2023
Phillies Roster Moves: Phillies Claim LHP Josh Fleming from Tampa Bay Rays

  The Philadelphia Phillies have made their first roster move of the MLB Hot Stove season! Yes, the move involves a pitcher. No, it has nothing to do with pending free agent Aaron Nola. The Phillies have claimed left-handed pitcher Josh Fleming, reports the Tampa Bay Times Marc Tompkin. Fleming was placed on outright waivers […]

Mike Lipinski  •  06 Nov 2023
Phillies Sign Reliever Craig Kimbrel

It’s a Festivus Miracle! According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a deal with free agent reliever Craig Kimbrel. The length and dollars on the deal have not been reported. The deal is a one-year deal worth a reported $10 million. Kimbrel , 34, spent the 2022 season with the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  23 Dec 2022
Phillies, Yankees Swap Relievers with More Trades Coming?

The Phillies sent RHP Addison Russ to the New York Yankees in exchange for fellow righty David Hale.

Greg Hall  •  21 Aug 2020
For the Phillies, a Potential Opportunity for Redemption?

Read “For the Phillies, a Potential Opportunity for Redemption?” and more Philadelphia Phillies news and rumors on SportsTalkPhilly.com.

Matt Noskow  •  10 Nov 2018
Michael Young: “I Don’t Think We’re Anywhere Right Now Where Anything Is Imminent”

Whether you like it or not, Michael Young is the most likely Phillie to be traded before tomorrow's 4 PM ET. deadline. Young, who has been rumored to be involved in a trade that could potentially send himself and teammate Cliff Lee to the Boston Red Sox in return for prospects. Although Ruben Amaro Jr. […]

Erik Seybold  •  30 Jul 2013
Phillies Acquire 38 Year-Old John McDonald From Cleveland For Cash and PTBNL

Michael Young and Roy Halladay are no longer the oldest players on this team. This afternoon the Phillies acquired 38 year-old infielder John McDonald from the Cleveland Indians. Yes…38 year-old infielder from the Indians. In a deal that will send cash and a player to be named later to Cleveland, the Phillies have gained depth […]

Erik Seybold  •  27 Jun 2013
Report: Marlins Agree To Deal With 2012 Phillies OF Juan Pierre

After dumping more than half of their players in a pathetic attempt to rebuild their sh***y team, the Miami Marlins have reportedly made an acquisition to make up for it. According to Sirius XM's Craig Mish, the Marlins have agreed to a contract with former Phillie Juan Pierre. Pierre, 35, signed a minor-league deal with […]

Erik Seybold  •  17 Nov 2012