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Rangers Rally to 8-3 Win in Philly as Gore Impresses Despite Command Issues
sports12 days ago

Rangers Rally to 8-3 Win in Philly as Gore Impresses Despite Command Issues

The Texas Rangers defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 8-3 to take 2 of 3 in the series. MacKenzie Gore was dominant at times, striking out seven and showing electric stuff, but he walked three and hit Bohm with the bases loaded to end his day after six innings. Carter Baumler struggled with command, issuing multiple walks as the bullpen shuffled through. The Rangers’ offense supported Gore with Nimmo, Seager, McCutchen and Langford contributing key hits and runs, including a 5-0 lead built by an early barrage. The win sets up Monday’s game in Baltimore with Jack Leiter expected to provide innings for Texas.

via Lone Star Ball|
#baseball#game-recap#mlb
Phillies Reward Cristopher Sanchez with Six-Year Extension Into His Mid-30s
sports20 days ago

Phillies Reward Cristopher Sanchez with Six-Year Extension Into His Mid-30s

The Philadelphia Phillies signed left-hander Cristopher Sanchez to a six-year extension (2027–2032) with a 2033 club option, guaranteeing $107 million plus a $3.5 million salary in 2026 and more than $13 million in incentives. The deal follows Sanchez’s breakout 2025 season and positions him as a core member of Philadelphia’s rotation into his mid-30s, signaling a willingness to pay for peak performance years beyond his prime.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#contract-extension#cristopher-sanchez
Phillies name fifth starter: Painter to make MLB debut in Opening Day rotation
baseball21 days ago

Phillies name fifth starter: Painter to make MLB debut in Opening Day rotation

Cristopher Sánchez will start Opening Day for the Phillies, followed by Aaron Nola, Jesús Luzardo, Taijuan Walker, and then Andrew Painter, who will make his major league debut in the fifth game of the season. Zack Wheeler is on the injured list recovering from thoracic outlet syndrome. Painter remains on the 40-man roster with a path to either sticking in the rotation or returning to Triple-A, depending on Wheeler’s timeline and his own performance.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#andrew-painter#baseball#mlb
Phillies Sign Luzardo to Five-Year, $135M Extension
sports1 month ago

Phillies Sign Luzardo to Five-Year, $135M Extension

The Philadelphia Phillies and left-hander Jesús Luzardo have agreed to a five-year extension starting in 2027 worth $135 million, with a $32.5 million club option (potentially rising to $42.5 million with top-five Cy Young finishes). Luzardo, 28, avoided arbitration in 2026 at $11 million and now locks in Philadelphia's rotation core through 2031, subject to health.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#contract-details#extension#jesus-luzardo
Castellanos Says Phillies Exit Teaches Him to Channel Emotions and Speak Up
sports1 month ago

Castellanos Says Phillies Exit Teaches Him to Channel Emotions and Speak Up

Nick Castellanos says his messy Phillies exit taught him to curb emotions in the moment, speak up sooner when frustrated, and address issues before they pile up. He doesn’t regret speaking honestly when asked, has signed a one-year deal with the Padres, and expects to split time as a designated hitter and outfielder, while wishing Philadelphia had won a World Series.

via New York Post|
#divorce#mlb#nick-castellanos
Padres land Castellanos after Phillies split, adding versatile veteran to lineup
sports1 month ago

Padres land Castellanos after Phillies split, adding versatile veteran to lineup

Nick Castellanos signed with the San Diego Padres after being released by the Philadelphia Phillies, with the Padres planning to deploy him at first base, in the outfield, and as a designated hitter. He trained at first base this offseason; San Diego will owe him the $780,000 major-league minimum while Philadelphia covers the rest of his $20 million contract. The move aims to boost offense and add veteran speed in a contract year, though Castellanos’ fit in a new clubhouse remains to be seen.

via The New York Times|
#mlb#nick-castellanos#offseason-signing
Padres Land Castellanos on League-Minimum Deal, Eye 1B/DH Role
baseball1 month ago

Padres Land Castellanos on League-Minimum Deal, Eye 1B/DH Role

San Diego signed Nick Castellanos to a league-minimum MLB deal, adding a veteran right-handed bat who could split first-base duties with Gavin Sheets and serve as a DH/backup outfielder, with Laureano in left and an open 40-man roster slot delaying any immediate moves; Castellanos will try to rebound after a disappointing Phillies tenure marked by defensive struggles and clubhouse tensions.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#castellanos#designated-hitter
Phillies bet on versatile Dylan Moore with minor-league deal and camp invite
sports2 months ago

Phillies bet on versatile Dylan Moore with minor-league deal and camp invite

The Philadelphia Phillies signed veteran utilityman Dylan Moore to a minor-league contract with a non-roster invitation to spring training, adding veteran bench depth to Rob Thomson’s roster. Moore, who has seven MLB seasons and spent time with the Mariners and Rangers, will compete for a multi-positional role off the Phillies’ bench and can play everywhere except catcher, offering defensive flexibility and a platoon-friendly bat.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#dylan-moore#minor-league-contract#non-roster-invitation
Realmuto Back, Bichette Near-Miss, Castellanos on the Market, Wheeler Progressing
baseball2 months ago

Realmuto Back, Bichette Near-Miss, Castellanos on the Market, Wheeler Progressing

Philadelphia officially re-signed J.T. Realmuto and acknowledged they were close to signing Bo Bichette before the Mets swooped in; the club plans to stay prudent on spending, with payroll around $281M and a 110% luxury tax, and is expected to move on from Nick Castellanos. Zack Wheeler is progressing after thoracic outlet surgery with no fixed return date, while the rotation currently features Aaron Nola, Cristopher Sanchez, Jesus Luzardo, Taijuan Walker, and top prospect Andrew Painter contending for the fifth spot, with possible minor additions forthcoming.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#bo-bichette#jtrealmuto
Bichette chooses Mets over Phillies in high-stakes offseason swing
sports2 months ago

Bichette chooses Mets over Phillies in high-stakes offseason swing

The Phillies were close to acquiring Bo Bichette, but he chose the Mets’ three-year, $126 million deal over a longer Phillies offer. Dombrowski called it a gut punch and the club pivoted to re-signing J.T. Realmuto for three years and $45 million, with no immediate plans to pursue additional multiyear free agents as Bichette heads back to free agency next offseason.

via The New York Times|
#baseball#bo-bichette#mlb
sports2 months ago

Mets land Bichette on 3-year, $126M deal to boost lineup

The Mets sign Bo Bichette to a 3-year, $126 million deal with opt-outs after years 1 and 2, adding a powerful bat as they rebuild and potentially reshuffle the infield; the move shakes the market after Kyle Tucker's record deal, prompting Toronto to move on, Philadelphia to pivot toward Realmuto, and Boston to recalibrate while Bichette’s position at third remains part of a larger infield logjam.

via FOX Sports|
#blue-jays#bo-bichette#mets
Bo Bichette Chooses Mets on Short-Term, High-AAV Deal Over Phillies
baseball2 months ago

Bo Bichette Chooses Mets on Short-Term, High-AAV Deal Over Phillies

Bo Bichette agreed to a three-year, high-average annual value deal with the Mets, with opt-outs after each season, after Philadelphia reportedly made a seven-year bid near $200 million. The Phillies countered by re-signing J.T. Realmuto to a three-year, $45 million contract, while the Dodgers landed Kyle Tucker on a short-term mega deal. The piece analyzes how CBT/tax considerations and looming CBA changes are pushing teams toward shorter, high-AAV contracts rather than long, blockbuster seven- or eight-year deals.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#bo-bichette#kyle-tucker