Realmuto’s History Makes Stalled Negotiations With Phillies No Surprise

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Catcher J.T. Realmuto and agent Jeff Berry have a history of playing hardball with the Marlins and the Phillies. Going to free agency should not be a surprise.

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Phillies, NL East: 14-Day Backup Plans for 2020

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This article covers the COVID-19-affected players on the Phillies and in the NL East, their time frames, and their temporary replacements for summer training and beyond.

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No Mike Trout: Phillies Announce 2021 Season Schedule

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The Phillies announced their 2021 season schedule already; it is not the same set of teams that would have played in Philadelphia in 2020

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Does Anyone Know What a “Phillie” Is?

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Embed from Getty Images By Mitch Nathanson, Historical Columnist  Whatever name the Washington football club decides upon going forward we…

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Powder Blue Podcast #19: Camp Complicated by COVID; Schedule is Out!

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Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher talk about some of the challenges that faced the Phillies as they reported to camp, the number of players held out for COVID protocols, and the 2020 schedule, which has been released.

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Aaron Nola Arrives in Phillies Camp

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Phillies starter Aaron Nola, previously held back from Summer Camp, reported to Citizens Bank Park and completed a bullpen in the outfield.

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Was Opening MLB a Good Idea?

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With several players testing positive for COVID-19 and some players opting out, should their even be a baseball season in 2020?

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2020 Phillies: August’s Rotation Wrinkles

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This article covers the current Phillies rotation as the organization deals with pitchers affected by the coronavirus protocols in the early days of summer training.

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Phillies Lose their Ace, Two Others to COVID List to Make Seven Affected

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Phillies ace Aaron Nola was one of three Phillies who tested positive for COVID-19 and did not report to Summer Camp.

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Phillies Place Four Key Players on the Injured List, Website Shows

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Four Phillies have been placed on the injured list, the Phillies transaction page reports, though the reasons for the moves is unknown

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Powder Blue Podcast #18: Bohm and Howard are in the Pool at Summer Camp

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In the latest episode of the Powder Blue Podcast, Frank Klose and Geoff Mosher discuss the 60-player pool put together by the Phillies that includes top prospects Alec Bohm and Spencer Howard. Also, a look at the J.T. Realmuto negotiations, and what a Phillies lineup might look like.

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Striking In 1994-95 vs. Struck-down 2020 Phillies

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This article covers how the Phillies fared during the 1994-95 strike campaigns after winning the 1993 National League pennant, and it reveals the road ahead in another truncated season for Major League Baseball.

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Phillies Release 60-Player Pool, Highlighted By Bohm, Howard

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The Phillies released their 60-player Pool on Sunday night, which included Spencer Howard and Alec Bohm

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Phillies Sign First Round Pick Abel

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The Phillies agreed to terms with their 2020 first round pick, Mick Abel.

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Report: Realmuto Deal “Could Come Quickly”

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According to Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia, a J.T. Realmuto extension could come quickly after the MLB transaction freeze if lifted.

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Phillies, MLB: 2020’s Baseball Purists’ Nightmare

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This Phillies and MLB article covers the new rules and other possible changes purists will rail against for the next four months and possibly in 2021.

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Baseball is Back!

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MLB and the MLB Players Association have agreed to play baseball in 2020, albeit in a much different way than other seasons

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Four More in Phillies Organization Test Positive for COVID-19

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Four more in the Phillies organization tested positive for COVID-19, the Phillies announced on Tuesday.

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Must-Watch: 2008 World Champion Phillies Reunion on Zoom

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The 2008 Phillies reunited over Zoom to discuss some of the behind-the-scenes stories of the World Champion Phillies.

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BY ALL MEANS, YES, LET’S GET THIS CRAP SEASON STARTED

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Embed from Getty Images By Mitch Nathanson, Historical Columnist  50 games, 70 games, 65 games, whatever. Let’s get this nightmare…

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Report: Coronavirus Hits Five Phillies Players, Staff in Clearwater

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Eight members of the Phillies organization have tested positive for Coronavrius, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

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Phillies: A Sluggers Curse from 1951 to 2020

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This article covers Phillies sluggers and their appreciation –and/or lack thereof– during their time here and the reaction to their return.

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Powder Blue Podcast #16: Scott Lauber Talks MLB and MLBPA, Phillies

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Geoff Mosher, Frank Klose, and Hunter Brody were joined by Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer to break down this awful dilemma baseball is in. Can the owners and union figure this mess out?!

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6 Roster Surprises for 2020’s Phillies

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This article covers open roster slots due to the increase from 25 to 30 active players, and the Phillies options to fill those extra slots when a three-week training camp ends.

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Phillies Draft Pitcher Mick Abel in First Round of Draft

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The Phillies selected right-handed pitcher Mick Abel out of Jesuit High School in Oregon with their first pick in the 2020 MLB Amateur Draft

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So… There’s an MLB Draft Tonight

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During the MLB shutdown, the Phillies are preparing for the MLB Amateur Draft, scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on June 10.

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“LOL”: The Latest MLB Proposal to Players to Return to Play

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Major League Baseball offered their latest proposal to players to resume baseball, one that prompted Andrew McCutchen to laugh out loud.

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