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However, if there’s one thing that should make them feel better it’s that they’re not the Los Angeles Angels. </description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:22:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2707,h_1522,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01ktmvmc4y9fwhx5fhbt.jpg.jpg" caption="Mar 30, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) reacts against the Washington Nationals during the third inning at Citizens Bank Park. 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Max Kepler is back in MLB.</description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:02:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3608,h_2029,x_0,y_100/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01ktmazabnq4v27efcc2.jpg" caption="Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Max Kepler. | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brandon Glick"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phillies Rumors: Perfect trade deadline candidate emerges after Jeff Passan mention</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/phillies-rumors-perfect-trade-deadline-candidate-emerges-after-jeff-passan-mention?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brandon Glick</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ktfjxb7ftg</guid><description>The Philadelphia Phillies will leave no stone unturned in their quest for right-handed hitting outfielders at the trade deadline, but the solution could be as simple as a low-stakes swap for Taylor Ward.</description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:22:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_3/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01ktfjypqssgd14104f1.jpg" caption="Baltimore Orioles outfielder Taylor Ward. | Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brandon Glick"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>One Phillies roster flaw highlights Dave Dombrowski’s failures</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/one-phillies-roster-flaw-highlights-dave-dombrowski-failures?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ethan Williams</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt2y9th24y</guid><description>Aging catcher J.T. 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Nevertheless, the Phillies&#39; southpaw deserves his award.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:55:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3430,h_1929,x_0,y_28/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01kt25fj8s0k0nq5m1dz.jpg" caption="Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Christopher Sanchez. | Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brandon Glick"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Everyone involved in the Cristopher Sánchez trade is winning, except the Rays</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/everyone-involved-in-the-cristopher-sanchez-trade-is-winning-except-the-rays?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ethan Williams</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt5hbtn3hb</guid><description>After all this time everyone from the Cristopher Sánchez for Curtis Mead deal seems to be winning. Everyone, that is, except for the Rays.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:06:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4948,h_2783,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01kt5hesj4nx4tjkjbtm.jpg.jpg" caption="May 24, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Washington Nationals third baseman Curtis Mead (45) hits into a double play against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Truist Park. 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Don Mattingly may as well move him up in the lineup if that&#39;s the case.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:39:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3548,h_1995,x_0,y_1534/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01kt1v170zy0tzms2q8c.jpg" caption="May 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) before hitting against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the seventh inning  at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="PJ Potter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phillies&#39; injury update on Aidan Miller completely changes 2026 outlook for top prospect</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/phillies-injury-update-on-aidan-miller-completely-changes-2026-outlook-for-top-prospect?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Thaddeus Sawyer</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt1pmh4837</guid><description>Phillies GM Preston Mattingly said that top prospect Aidan Miller has ceased all baseball activities while the major league infield has continued to struggle.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:48:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_563/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01kt1v4qb1q3aj00ykzm.jpg" caption="Feb 20, 2025; Clearwater, FL, USA; Philadelphia Phillies infielder Aiden Miller (81) participates in media day at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Thaddeus Sawyer"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phillies&#39; series loss to Dodgers emphasizes every fan&#39;s postseason concern</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/phillies-series-loss-to-dodgers-emphasizes-every-fan-postseason-concern?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Matt Davis</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt1p5gzmtg</guid><description>The Phillies offense has looked lackluster more than a third into the 2026 regular season. The Phillies need to be able to hit good pitching if they plan on breaking into the postseason and finding success at the end of the year.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:59:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6780,h_3813,x_0,y_153/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01kt1qed8ezmabacd54z.jpg" caption="May 31, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott (5) swings during the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. 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They aren&#39;t one of the early suitors, but it may be for the best with how poorly the offense has played this season.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:17:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5272,h_2965,x_0,y_87/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/6/01ksp1w26h9ws8665a8e.jpg" caption="Apr 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) throws against the Atlanta Braves in the second inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Matt Davis"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 desired Phillies trade targets after rumor surfaces from MLB insider</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/3-desired-phillies-trade-targets-after-rumor-surfaces-from-mlb-insider?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brandon Glick</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kszjsjcagw</guid><description>The Philadelphia Phillies are officially looking for a right-handed hitter at the trade deadline again. Which three players on the market best fit their needs?</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 22:08:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_248/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01kszkatwqbq6stywaee.jpg" caption="Cleveland Guardians first baseman Rhys Hoskins. | David Reginek-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brandon Glick"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phillies fans will love Bryce Harper&#39;s response to viral toothpaste video criticism</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/phillies-fans-will-love-bryce-harper-response-to-viral-toothpaste-video-criticism?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Morris</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksxfgmdtpa</guid><description>Bryce Harper&#39;s response to online trolls criticizing him for his toothpaste usage fit the Phillies&#39; mold perfectly.</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:48:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4435,h_2494,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/6/01ksxfz0xp8fng6k282g.jpg" caption="May 26, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) walks to first base after drawing a walk during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. 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Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images | Rhona Wise-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Anthony Ranaudo"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phillies just made their intentions clear with Otto Kemp after roster move</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/phillies-just-made-their-intentions-clear-with-otto-kemp-after-roster-move?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brandon Glick</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kst6xzr660</guid><description>At long last, the Philadelphia Phillies have optioned Otto Kemp back to the minor leagues. 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See where he ranks on MLB&#39;s all-time list.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 12:08:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4370,h_2458,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/6/01ksrgps7kezjskhsnwg.jpg" caption="May 27, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez (61) delivers during the fourth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Sánchez set a team record for the most consecutive scoreless innings. 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Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images | Denis Poroy-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="PJ Potter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phillies fans just started a Christopher Sánchez-Paul Skenes debate that won&#39;t end well</title><link>https://thatballsouttahere.com/phillies-fans-just-started-a-christopher-sanchez-paul-skenes-debate-that-wont-end-well?utm_source=RSS</link><author>David Lesky</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks5fwq44bz</guid><description>The reigning NL Cy Young winner has some serious competition for the best in the league in the Philadelphia Phillies ace, Cristopher Sânchez.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:58:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5044,h_2837,x_0,y_129/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/6/01ks5g3mmnv2b74e97jv.jpg" caption="May 16, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez (61) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park. 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