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SB Nation team blog- 2026 report card: Grant Holman
After pitching in a combined 40 games with the Athletics the past two seasons, Grant Holman spent the spring getting passed from team to team. The A’s placed him on waivers in February, and he was claimed by the Diamondbacks.
Read at The Good Phight → - What is your predicted World Series matchup?
The final four teams are set now, the Dodgers and Brewers in the NLCS, the Guardians and Rays in the ALCS. Both series have their quirks about them, the NLCS being a matchup of heavyweights, the ALCS being somewhat one sided on paper.
Read at The Good Phight → - Phillies news: Trea Turner, Aaron Nola, Tarik Skubal
So now we know all the participants in the coming ALCS and NLCS matchups. Dodgers and Brewers begins tonight, which should be an outstanding series.
Read at The Good Phight → - ALCS Gamethread: 10/10/2026
Alright, Game 5 in Cleveland. White Sox at Guardians.
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- Sam Fuld rejects A’s, will remain with Phillies
It’s that time of year where teams are shaking up their front office structure and interviews are happening. We know that Sam Fuld was in the running to take the A’s president of baseball operations position, but that has apparently not come to pass.
Read at The Good Phight → - If it improved the offense, would you trade one of the Phillies’ top three starters?
Let’s say there is a scenario in which the Phillies had an offer on the table to improve their moribund offense. That incoming player was a guaranteed 3-4 WAR player at a position of need – third base, outfield, pick your poison.
Read at The Good Phight → - Phillies news: Brandon Marsh, Dante Nori, Jose Ramirez
There is a game five tonight with the White Sox going back to Cleveland to take on the Guardians to see who will be playing the Rays in the ALCS. Chicago might be on fumes with their pitching staff though as their idea of “pitching chaos” is starting to get exposed.
Read at The Good Phight → - 2026-2027 Offseason Guide Prequel: The State of the Phillies
Given the nature of the third annual TGP off-season guide and when it will probably be released, I made the call to split this section into it’s own piece. A lot of decisions that will shape the Phillies’ off-season are going to be made quickly.
Read at The Good Phight → - How would you attempt to fix the Phillies defense this offseason?
It’s no secret that the Phillies have a poor defense. In fact, they have one of the worst defenses in the sport, as they ranked dead last in total defensive runs saved with -51 and their outs above average were only slightly better, coming in at 21st with -15.
Read at The Good Phight → - Phillies News: Jonathan Bowlan, Free Agents, Shortened Season Proposal
The NLCS is set. The ALCS isn’t.
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Phillies feed- Phillies Face Another Setback as Alex Cora Turns Them Down Again With $7.25 M Red Sox Paycheck Imminent
When it rains, it pours in Philly. After the Philadelphia Phillies started the season 9–19, Dave Dombrowski decided that he wanted to move on from Rob Thomson and Alex Cora, as Cora had been fired from the Red Sox at the same time.
Read at Yardbarker → - Sam Fuld Declines Offer To Become A’s President Of Baseball Operations
Phillies president of baseball operations Sam Fuld has declined the Athletics’ offer to become the team’s new president of baseball operations, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports. Fuld’s name surfaced in connection to the A’s job earlier this week, but Fuld has now taken himself out of…
Read at Yardbarker → - 'Not Returning': Phillies’ Dave Dombrowski Future Takes a Surprising Turn as Analyst Predicts His Exit Despite Contract Extension
In December 2020, when the Philadelphia Phillies hired Dave Dombrowski, he brought October baseball back to Philadelphia after 2011. Since then, the Phillies have earned postseason berths every year.
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- Alex Cora is being linked to surprise team after turning down the Phillies
Alex Cora may be holding out for the ultimate heel turn.
Read at Yardbarker → - Yankees need to make changes if they want to be world champions again
If they want to be better than they were in '26, here are the changes the Yankees need to make before the 2027 season gets underway.
Read at Yardbarker → - The Phillies Need To Solve Their Infield Puzzle This Offseason
The Philadelphia Phillies are going to have to make a series of tough choices and decisions as they head into the offseason. They’re going to have to decide how to revamp the bullpen.
Read at Yardbarker → - Jim Thome's wife Andrea calls out his critics for rooting for White Sox
Baseball Hall of Famer Jim Thome, a special assistant to Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz, received criticism from Cleveland Guardians fans and media for wearing all black at Game 3 of the ALDS on Wednesday.
Read at Yardbarker → - Phillies' manager search gets new update after Alex Cora decision
The Philadelphia Phillies have a big decision to make on the manager position. Alex Cora was expected to be a top option, but USA Today’s Bob Nightengale said Cora will sit out the 2027 season.
Read at Yardbarker → - Phillies Considering Keeping Don Mattingly As Manager
After the Phillies were rebuffed once again by Alex Cora, the club could keep its managerial decision in-house. Matt Gelb and Jayson Stark of The Athletic report that interim manager Don Mattingly could retain the position next season.
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MLB.com Phillies
Official team news- Watch top prospects in Arizona Fall League action
- Five pressing questions facing Phillies during critical offseason
- Where could Bohm land in free agency?
- Take two: Dante Nori hopes this Fall League stint leads him toward Philly
- Here are each organization's Prospects of the Year
- Cora declines Phillies' overtures to be next manager (source)
- Diving into Phillies' need to address offense after postseason exit
- VOTE NOW: Schwarber named finalist for 2026 Hank Aaron Award
- Here is each club's Arizona Fall League sleeper prospect
That Balls Outta Here (FanSided)
Team blog- Phillies should be inspired by Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani strategy to change their behavior
Seemingly limitless funds and a top-tier farm system have played large roles in the Dodgers' success, but manager Dave Roberts just revealed another important factor: they’re willing to make uncomfortable decisions with their superstars.
Read at That Balls Outta Here (FanSided) → - Yankees' latest playoff disaster shares eerie similarities with Phillies' fate
Many fans of the Bronx Bombers are ready to burn down Yankee Stadium, viewing their beloved team as an aging, overpaid mess that simply isn’t good enough to win a World Series. Where have Phillies fans heard that before?
Read at That Balls Outta Here (FanSided) → - Bailey Falter's long descent from Phillies NLCS starter just hit another new low
Bailey Falter's fall from grace continues after electing free agency
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- A realistic blueprint to reshape the Phillies roster this offseason
I was taught never to be the kind of person that complains endlessly without offering a solution to the problem. So, with that in mind, here is my blueprint for an offseason’s worth of moves that I think could get the Phillies back on track.
Read at That Balls Outta Here (FanSided) → - Phillies are risking losing a big part of their future for the sake of Dave Dombrowski
Sam Fuld is considered an up-and-coming star in the front office world, making it quite confusing why the Phillies would offer current head honcho Dave Dombrowski another contract extension while letting Fuld walk.
Read at That Balls Outta Here (FanSided) → - 3 essential pieces of the Phillies' future, 4 players on the discard pile
Let’s break down a handful of players that should stick around in 2027, and a few that the Phillies should move on from.
Read at That Balls Outta Here (FanSided) → - Why Alex Cora snubbing Phillies should be a relief
In the first disappointment of the offseason, the Phillies' top choice for the vacant manager role, Alex Cora, declined to skipper the team in 2027. However, that should be greeted by fans as a relief instead of a heartbreak.
Read at That Balls Outta Here (FanSided) → - 11 managerial candidates the Phillies must consider after being spurned by Alex Cora
Unless they want to bring back Don Mattingly, the Phillies have no captain at the helm. What manager should they bring in to fill the void?
Read at That Balls Outta Here (FanSided) → - Why would Phillies be more appealing to Alex Cora than a year-long vacation?
Alex Cora informed the Phillies that he’ll be sitting out the 2027 season, leaving them to sort through their B-list of candidates. Frankly, who can blame him?
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NBC Sports Philadelphia Phillies
Local beat coverage- Phillies Arizona Fall League tracker: Following Aidan Miller, other prospects
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – OCTOBER 03: Aidan Miller #4 of the Surprise Saguaros fields during the game between the Surprise Saguaros and the Scottsdale Scorpions at Scottsdale Stadium on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Minor League Baseball via Getty…
Read at NBC Sports Philadelphia Phillies → - Now what? Where Phillies could turn as managerial plans reset
- Report: Alex Cora passes on Phillies a second time, plans to sit out 2027
Jul 22, 2019; St. Petersburg, FL, USA; Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora (20) and president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.
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- Phillies need a new identity, and Japan offers a path forward
- Phillies Talk: Phillies lose to Braves in a disappointing end to a roller-coaster season
- How Phillies' finish-line stumble set up their latest October demise
Jun 16, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo (44) leaves the field against the Miami Marlins in the fourth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Read at NBC Sports Philadelphia Phillies → - Which Phillies are headed for free agency as pivotal offseason looms?
Sep 30, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Alec Bohm (28) sits in the dugout after a win against the Atlanta Braves in game two of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Read at NBC Sports Philadelphia Phillies → - And now, the big question: Will Don Mattingly return as Phillies skipper in ‘27
Sep 30, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly (8) returns to the dugout after a visit to the mound in the seventh inning during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett…
Read at NBC Sports Philadelphia Phillies → - ‘It's not that serious': Bryce Harper's mindset on mistakes keeps Phillies alive
Bryce Harper was critical for the Phillies in Game 2 of the Wild Card Series.
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Around the MLB
From league outlets- Phillies news: Trea Turner, Aaron Nola, Tarik Skubal
Gee, everyone see that moving Trea Turner to the outfield is the smart idea
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Sources: Phillies' Fuld declines offer to become A's president
Sam Fuld declined an offer to be the A's president of baseball operations, sources told ESPN, with Red Sox assistant GM Taylor Smith remaining a top candidate.
Read at ESPN → - Phillies manager candidates: Six names to consider, from Don Mattingly to Albert Pujols
Alex Cora was expected to be the next Phillies manager, but he turned them down (again) ... so where will the team look now?
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- Report: Alex Cora turns down offer for formal talks with Phillies
- Alex Cora turns down Phillies manager job again, leaving Dave Dombrowski to look elsewhere
Cora, fired by the Red Sox early in 2026, turned down the Phillies in April and again this week
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