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March 25, 2026

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The Phillies continue to fine-tune their roster ahead of Opening Day, bolstering their outfield with the addition of veteran Oscar Mercado on a minor league deal after a solid stint in Triple-A. Meanwhile, the buzz intensifies as Adolis García prepares to face his former team, the Rangers, on Thursday, a matchup made all the more interesting by his World Series experience. As the rotation solidifies with Cristopher Sánchez and Jesús Luzardo locked in long-term, the team's sights are firmly set on an NL East title. The Braves' recent injury woes could also tip the scales in the Phillies' favor, heightening the urgency to capitalize on their momentum. With Garrett Stubbs potentially on the trade block, the roster's final shape is taking form, as fans eagerly await the first pitch.

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Phillies, Oscar Mercado Agree To Minor League Deal

Phillies, Oscar Mercado Agree To Minor League Deal

The Phillies are bringing veteran outfielder Oscar Mercado, who spent the 2025 season with their Triple-A club, back on a new minor league deal, MLBTR has learned. Mercado was with the D-backs this spring but was released yesterday. He’s represented by Excel Sports Management. Mercado had a solid season with the Phillies’ Triple-A club in […]

Everything you need to know about Rangers-Phillies on Opening Day (Thurs., 4:15 p.m. ET)

Everything you need to know about Rangers-Phillies on Opening Day (Thurs., 4:15 p.m. ET)

PHILADELPHIA -- Three days after Adolis García signed a one-year, $10 million contract with the Phillies in mid-December, he checked the 2026 schedule. Oh, that’s funny. The Phils were playing the Rangers on Opening Day. García played for the Rangers from 2020-25, helping them win the 2023 World Series. In

The best Opening Day starting pitchers, ranked from 1-10

The best Opening Day starting pitchers, ranked from 1-10

All 30 teams have an Opening Day starting pitcher. But even from that select group, there are some who stand out. These are the true aces, the unquestioned No. 1 starters, the Cy Young Award hopefuls. When they take the ball, their teams expect to win.

Predicting Garrett Stubbs' trade fate as Phillies' roster nears finality

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Predicting Garrett Stubbs' trade fate as Phillies' roster nears finality

Longtime backup and team mascot Garrett Stubbs has been squeezed out of the picture. Let’s take a look around the league at some other teams that could make use of Stubbs’ services if this is indeed the end of his memorable Phillies career.

Another costly Braves injury could help clear path for Phillies' NL East title

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Another costly Braves injury could help clear path for Phillies' NL East title

The Phillies are poised to win another division title, but have some competition on their heels. After Spencer Strider going down, how worried should the Phillies really be about the Braves chances?

Locking up the rotation is a good idea, right?

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Locking up the rotation is a good idea, right?

Cristopher Sanchez will be a member of the Phillies rotation until 2032. Jesus Luzardo is at least under team control until 2032. Aaron Nola will be in Philadelphia until 2030. Zack Wheeler is only under contract for two more seasons including this one. Andrew Painter is under control for six years. The Phillies believe in […]