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Phillies All-Star One and Dones: The 1940s Part 2
In honor of the Philadelphia Phillies playing host to the 2026 Major League Baseball All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park, we here at The Good Phight are launching a yearlong series that focuses on the history of the Phillies and the All-Star Game. Check back regularly for posts about the Phillies participation (or lack thereof) in […]
What should the Phillies do without Johan Rojas?
Much news out of springtime is good. This player is debuting a new pitch. This player’s swing is looking good. This player is in—say it with me now— The Best Shape of His Life (TM). But not all of it is. Yesterday’s news that Johan Rojas is looking at a suspension for a positive PED […]
Phillies news: Johan Rojas, Orion Kerkering, Jurickson Profar
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Report: Johan Rojas tested positive for PED usage
Yesterday, there was a report that Johan Rojas had been removed from the Dominican Republic WBC roster for “personal decisions” as termed by Nelson Cruz, decisions that have now been given a little more clarification. As said above, Rojas is reportedly appealing said failed test. This is sad news for a few reasons, number one […]
The “Last Man In” free agent tournament winner!
And the winner is…Bryce Harper! Last month, with the free agency period winding down, I looked at the Phillies’ free agent signings from years past to see if they had brought in any impact players later in the offseason. From there, the idea of a user-judged tournament began. While I had some hope that Ricardo […]
Does Bryce Harper need a star performance in the World Baseball Classic?
We’ve heard from Bryce Harper a lot this off-season. He’s been active on Instagram, talking about blood ozonation and wearing “Not Elite” T-shirts. He’s held court in Clearwater discussing Dave Dombrowski’s now-famous post-season comments, and he’s been on podcasts like “Bussin’ the Boys” and, on Monday, ESPN’s Pat McAfee Show. After an off-season stewing over […]
Which player from the 2007-2011 Phillies would most help the 2026 Phillies?
A few weeks ago I asked which player from the past decade would most help the Phillies and you all had some great ideas. This week, let’s back it up a little further and look at the last “Golden Era” of Phillies baseball — the 2007-2011 team that won five consecutive NL East titles, two […]
Phillies news: Andrew Painter, Johan Rojas, Jesus Luzardo
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2026 Phillies roster projection, 2.0
March has suddenly snuck up on us, which means actual real baseball will begin in earnest later this month. We’ll get to experience the thrill of the World Baseball Classic once it begins in a few days, but the curtain raising on the MLB season is mere weeks away at this point. That means rosters […]
When do you start worrying about spring performances?
Trea Turner has two hits in eleven spring at bats. Adolis Garcia, who the team is counting on to have a bounceback season, has three hits in fourteen at bats. Otto Kemp, the guy they’re counting on to be part of an outfield platoon? Two for thirteen. It’s still rather early in spring training. We’re […]
Phillies news: Cristopher Sanchez, Aidan Miller, Edmundo Sosa
Not only did Andrew Painter have a good outing yesterday, but the trio of left handers that the team is looking to bring north – Jose Alvarado, Tanner Banks and Kyle Backhus – all had scoreless outings as well. Might they all actually be on the team on Opening Day? Sounds like you’re looking for […]
We’re mostly here to Paint: Yankees 5, Phillies 3
Sure, there is another loss in the ledger for the Phillies, one that will likely be forgotten in due time. We’re still gettin the good Bryson Stott right now, something to keep an eye on once the games actually begin to mean something. But today, this was the day to talk about Andrew Painter. This […]
Gamethread 3/1: Phillies vs. Yankees
The Grapefruit League schedule continues on Sunday with the Yankees visiting Clearwater. But there will be considerably less star power on hand, as several prominent players like Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and Brad Keller have departed for World Baseball Classic competition. But the game shouldn’t lack for interest as it will feature the 2026 debut […]
Are you at all concerned with the news about Aidan Miller?
Yesterday, there was a bit of a stir from Phillies camp as it was reported that the back issue Aidan Miller is getting treatment for might keep him out of spring games. As noted, his not getting plate appearances this spring is disappointing if in fact he does not receive any, but caution needs to […]
Phillies news: Bryson Stott, Otto Kemp, Dante Nori
Today is something of a big day for the Phillies. Andrew Painter makes his spring debut for the team as they look to see if he is the best option for the fifth spot in the rotation. There has been excitement surrounding him this camp as he works his way back from a disappointing 2025, […]
Aidan Miller has a back issue, may miss spring games
The hopes for Aidan Miller playing games during spring training and potentially forcing the team to make a decision have taken a hit. He has an issue with his back that preventing him from doing much at all right now. Miller, 21, is recovering from a recurring back issue, stalling the Phillies’ plans to play […]
Gamethread 2/28: Phillies at Blue Jays
Here are the lineups. For the Phillies: For the Blue Jays: Let’s talk about it.
The “Last Man In” free agent tournament: The finals!
We’ve reached the finals of the “Last Man In” free agent tournament! I took the last free agent signed before the season for the last 16 years and let the readers decide which was the best. And let’s face it, it was always going to come down to these two. 1.Cliff Lee, 2011 Accolades: Two […]
What do you think of this proposed salary cap figure?
We all know that the owners are going to be pushing for a salary cap during the upcoming negotiations. However, thanks to some owner leaking things to the outside, now we can start to see some numbers. This is interesting because it talks about not just a cap, but also a floor, something that would […]
Phillies news: Alec Bohm, Taijuan Walker, Justin Crawford
Today is the last day where all players will be in camp before many depart for the WBC and prepare for the tournament. That means we’re about to see a lot of minor league pitching taking the mound, which could lead to some interesting scores in the upcoming weeks. On to the links. Phillies news: […]
When I’m Thirty Three
When I get older, losing my bat speed/many seasons from now/will you still call me among the best/putting up a .900 OPS? Those lyrics to the Beatles’ When I’m Sixty Four—very slightly modified from the original— must be ringing in Bryce Harper’s ears right now. Entering his age-33 season, he is no longer young. He’s […]
Gamethread 2/27: Marlins at Phillies
Here are the lineups for the split squad game you can watch. For the Phillies: For the Marlins: And, if you’re interested, here is who is on the road. Let’s talk about it.
The Good Phight’s Community Prospect list: #20 – Ramon Marquez
With this, the final name has been registered and we have a list. Ramon Marquez – 136Zach McCambley – 45Griffin Burkholder – 16Keaton Anthony – 13Alex McFarlane – 10Seth Johnson – 8Mavis Graves – 1 Kind of fitting that Marquez finishes off this list. A 19 year old kid that has a tough changeup and […]
What has earned your attention so far in Phillies camp?
Making any kind of conclusion this early into Spring Training is foolhardy. There’s not much that occurs before the calendar even flips to March that can be used to glean insight on how a player will perform once the games begin to count. But that doesn’t mean there can’t be something that catches your eye […]
Phillies News: Zack Wheeler, Andrew Painter, Daniel Robert
Spring training is underway. The weather in Philadelphia hasn’t caught up, but no matter. Spring is coming. Onto the links. Phillies News Daniel Robert could’ve chosen to go elsewhere. He chose Philly. Zack Wheeler isn’t back yet, but he’s getting closer. ($) Andrew Painter’s Spring Training debut is this Sunday night. MLB news Buster Olney […]
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