The Phillies have their shortstop for the foreseeable future — Trea Turner. On the same day that their division-rival New York Mets signed an eye-catching deal with future Hall of Fame starting pitcher Justin Verlander, the Philadelphia Phillies landed a star of their own. According to several reports, the organization has signed two-time All-Star, Silver Slugger Award winner, … [Read more...] about Phillies sign star shortstop Trea Turner to massive 11-year contract
Orioles sign former Phillies starter Kyle Gibson to 1-year contract
Kyle Gibson leaves the Phillies for the Orioles — with hopes to rejuvenate his career. When Philadelphia Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski traded for Kyle Gibson before the 2021 trade deadline, not many would have expected the right-hander would struggle as much as he did. Gibson’s stint in Philadelphia was not memorable. The Baltimore […] Orioles sign … [Read more...] about Orioles sign former Phillies starter Kyle Gibson to 1-year contract
Rob Thomson apology hints possible Phillies blockbuster signing
Phillies manager Rob Thomson makes interesting changes to his weekend plans. Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson was scheduled to meet with fans for photos and autographs on Saturday, December 3, at the popular Philadelphia Sports Card & Memorabilia Show in Oaks, Pennsylvania. However, just as the three-day weekend event began Friday, the show’s social media accounts … [Read more...] about Rob Thomson apology hints possible Phillies blockbuster signing
Phillies claim former longtime Twins outfielder Jake Cave
Jake Cave joins a crowded list of Phillies outfielders on the 40-man roster. Lost in Philadelphia Phillies offseason rumors on Friday — including Rob Thomson’s interesting change of weekend plans — is that the organization added another player to its major-league roster. The Phillies claimed outfielder Jake Cave off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles — increasing their 40-man … [Read more...] about Phillies claim former longtime Twins outfielder Jake Cave
The time is now for Phillies to lock up Aaron Nola with extended contract
Aaron Nola’s $16M option was exercised, but the Phillies ace nears free agency. Recent contracts may suggest that the market for starting pitching is thin — causing teams to overpay for pitching depth. If the Philadelphia Phillies want to avoid overpaying for starting pitching in 2024 and beyond, they should lock up Aaron Nola sooner rather […] The time is now for Phillies to … [Read more...] about The time is now for Phillies to lock up Aaron Nola with extended contract