The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to be active at the July 31 deadline, so it’s time to submit trade proposals. Even after signing relief pitcher David Robertson, the Phillies still need to address the bullpen. Additionally they could use a right-handed outfield bat. Regarding the bullpen, Matt Gelb of The Athletic recently reported that the team is most interested in … [Read more...] about Phillies Trade Proposals Ahead Of Deadline
Report: Phillies Sign Veteran Reliever to One-Year Deal for Third Stint with Team
According to a report from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Philadelphia Phillies have signed relief pitcher David Robertson. Multiple additional reporters have said that Robertson is signing a one-year deal worth $5 million with the Phillies. This comes as the Phillies have needed bullpen help since the suspension of José Alvarado. Robertson recently held a throwing session … [Read more...] about Report: Phillies Sign Veteran Reliever to One-Year Deal for Third Stint with Team
Phillies Place Infielder on Injured List with Broken Rib
The Philadelphia Phillies announced that infielder Alec Bohm has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a fractured rib. In a corresponding move, Weston Wilson has been recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Wilson had previously been optioned due to his offensive struggles. Bohm was hit by a pitch during the Phillies’ game on July 12 against the San Diego Padres. This is … [Read more...] about Phillies Place Infielder on Injured List with Broken Rib
Draft Strategy Could Be Indication of Phillies Deadline Plans
The draft picks made by the Philadelphia Phillies could be an indication of their trade deadline plans. In the first round, they drafted pitcher Gage Wood from the University of Arkansas. Wood was the first of six consecutive college pitchers the Phillies selected to start the draft. In total, the first eight picks, as well as 14 of the 20 total choices they made, were … [Read more...] about Draft Strategy Could Be Indication of Phillies Deadline Plans
Veteran Righty Will Continue to Make Spot Starts in Phillies Rotation
Taijuan Walker will continue his fill-in role in the Philadelphia Phillies’ starting rotation for at least one more start. Walker is slated to start on July 19, Mick Abel was optioned by the Phillies to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on July 4, leading to Walker moving back into the starting rotation. This season, Abel has a 2-2 record with a 5.04 ERA in five major league starts. He … [Read more...] about Veteran Righty Will Continue to Make Spot Starts in Phillies Rotation




