Andrea Castillo+FollowShould J.T. Realmuto Get More Rest?Hey Phils fans, big question brewing around "The BCIB" (Best Catcher in Baseball) J.T. Realmuto. Now 34 and in the last year of his mega-deal, Realmuto's bat has cooled off—he's hitting just .248 with a 95 OPS+. Some are calling for more days off, but J.T. says he feels great and wants to keep grinding. Should the coaching staff trust his word or start planning for the future? Let’s hear your takes! #Phillies #Realmuto #MLB #Catchers #PhillySports #Sports00Share
Catherine Reeves+FollowMick Abel's Rise: Painter's Path Blocked?Philly fans, what do you make of Mick Abel’s sudden surge? The Fightins’ have a rotation stacked with All-Stars, and now Abel’s Triple-A dominance (2.75 ERA!) has Dave Dombrowski saying he’d call him up in a heartbeat. With King Cole-level hype around Andrew Painter’s return from Tommy John, does Abel’s breakout delay Painter’s MLB debut? Or is this just a good problem for the Phils? Let’s hear your takes on the Abel vs. Painter debate! #RingTheBell #Phillies #MLBProspects #MickAbel #AndrewPainter #Sports00Share
Renee Ramirez+FollowStott Steps Up as Phillies’ New Leadoff GuyLooks like Rob Thomson is shaking things up at the top of the Phillies lineup! After years of Schwarber and Trea Turner trading off, Bryson Stott is now getting his shot as the leadoff man—and he’s making the most of it. With a .270 average and a .321 OBP in the role, Stott’s consistency is hard to ignore. Thomson says it’s all about getting on base, and Stott’s proving he belongs. Could this be the move that sparks the Phils’ offense on this road trip? #Phillies #BrysonStott #MLB #LeadoffDebate #RingTheBell #Sports00Share
Andrea Castillo+FollowIs The Painter Era About to Begin in Philly?Fellow Phils fans, is it finally time for Andrew Painter to make his big league debut? The club’s No. 1 prospect is set for his first Triple-A start, and with the Fightins chasing the Mets in the NL East, the timing couldn’t be better. Painter’s arsenal is electric—triple-digit heat and a nasty slider. After Tommy John last year, he’s looking sharp and could be the X-factor in our rotation down the stretch. How soon do you want to see him in red pinstripes? #RingTheBell #Phillies #AndrewPainter #MLBProspects #Sports30Share
Tammy Sellers+FollowBryce Harper Nearly Became a Cub?!Did you know King Bryce almost wore Cubbie blue? Harper just revealed the Cubs were his top pick before he signed that monster deal with Philly. Imagine the NL rivalry if Harper had joined Chicago! Now, the Cubs have a shot at another superstar with Kyle Tucker possibly hitting free agency. Harper’s praise for Tucker shows he’s got the respect of the league—and maybe a record payday coming. Would the Cubs have been World Series champs with Harper? Let’s hear your takes! #BryceHarper #Cubs #Phillies #MLB #KyleTucker #FreeAgency #Sports80Share
Cassandra Reed+FollowIs Marsh Losing CF to Rojas for Good?Tough break for Brandon Marsh—just as he’s trying to rehab his hammy with the IronPigs, he exits early again with another cramp. The dude can’t catch a break! Meanwhile, Johan Rojas is seizing the moment in center, hitting .310 over his last 10 games. If Rojas keeps this up, could Marsh lose his everyday spot for good? Feels like a turning point in the Phillies’ outfield saga. What do you all think—should Rob Thomson stick with the hot hand or give Marsh another shot when he’s healthy? #Phillies #BrandonMarsh #JohanRojas #MLB #InjuryUpdate #Sports20Share
jillian59+FollowHelsley Trade Rumors Heat Up: Phils vs. D-BacksLooks like the battle for bullpen dominance is on! Both the Fightin’ Phils and the Snakes are eyeing Cards’ All-Star closer Ryan Helsley ahead of the trade deadline. Philly’s bullpen has been a disaster, but they’re not giving up top prospects like Aidan Miller or Andrew Painter. Meanwhile, Arizona’s hurting with A.J. Puk out, so Helsley could be their missing piece. Who do you think needs him more—and what would you give up to get him? #MLBRumors #Phillies #DBacks #RyanHelsley #TradeDeadline #Sports50Share
Timothy Huff MD+FollowOtto Kemp’s Grit Sets New IronPigs RecordDid you guys catch Otto “The Grinder” Kemp’s wild night for the IronPigs? Four HBPs in one game—yeah, he wore it for the team and set a new Lehigh Valley record! Add a double and three runs scored, and it’s clear this undrafted underdog is making a serious case for a Phillies call-up. With his versatility and insane on-base skills, could Kemp be the spark Philly’s lineup needs? #Phillies #OttoKemp #IronPigs #MLBProspects #CallUpWatch #Sports70Share
Renee Ramirez+FollowCubs Call Up Cosgrove for Phillies FinaleBig news for the North Siders: the Cubs are bringing up Tom Cosgrove to bolster their bullpen just before tonight’s series finale against the Phillies. After a rough 2024 with the Padres, Cosgrove’s 2023 numbers (1.75 ERA in 54 games) show he’s got serious bounce-back potential. With the Cubs desperate for lefty relief, could Cosgrove be the X-factor to help Chicago clinch the series? Let’s see if this move pays off under the Sunday night lights! #Cubs #Phillies #MLB #TomCosgrove #Bullpen #Sports90Share
Timothy Huff MD+FollowMarsh Rehab Update: Rojas Rising?Great news, Phils fans—Brandon Marsh is starting his rehab stint with Lehigh Valley tonight! The Wild Man’s been sidelined with a hammy strain, but he’s eligible to return soon. The big question: can Marsh rediscover his swing after a rough start (.095 AVG)? Meanwhile, Rojas is making a serious case for more playing time in center with his hot bat. Will we see a true platoon, or is Rojas about to take over? Let’s hear your takes! #RingTheBell #Phillies #BrandonMarsh #MLB #Rojas #Sports00Share
