The Philadelphia Phillies and Pittsburgh Pirates could link up on a big trade deadline deal to send David Bednar to Philadelphia in the coming days.

First and foremost, Clase is now completely off the trade block. The Phillies were likely going to express interest in acquiring him, but they have several other relievers they can turn to. Where this really impacts the Phillies is with other players who now might become more available than they previously were, namely Steven Kwan.

Get ready for an exciting lineup of fan events as baseball legends return for Toyota Phillies Alumni Weekend, being held from Friday, August 1, to Sunday, August 3, at Citizens Bank Park during the series against the Detroit Tigers.

The Philadelphia Phillies might have been close to landing Emmanuel Clase prior to his placement on non-disciplinary leave.

Philadelphia Phillies fans are patiently waiting for the franchise to call up their top pitching prospect, Andrew Painter.

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Chicago White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. (88) celebrates his two-run home run in the dugout in the fourth inning during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Rate Field. (Dominic Di Palermo/Chicago Tribune)

Bryce Harper clashed with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred over salary cap discussions, exemplifying tensions before the collective bargaining agreement's expiration.

Sandberg, a 10-time All-Star who was the National League MVP in 1984, announced that he had been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer on Jan. 22, 2024.

Philadelphia Phillies' manager Rob Thomson offered a clear response to a surprise potential change for star slugger Kyle Schwarber.