If the Phillies are going to deal Painter, then they are going to have to get a big-time star back. Most teams will only part ways with their No. 1 prospect if they are getting a proven All-Star, which is what the Phillies are going to need to deal their young pitcher.

Things are heating up for the Philadelphia Phillies when it comes to trade rumors, and multiple high-profile names have continued to be linked to them before Ju

The rivalry between the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies has always been fierce, primarily manifesting in the intense competition for the top spot in

It’s clear to rival teams that the Phillies are focused on another reliever. One big-swing option came off the board Monday. Will they turn to a rental? The clock is ticking.

Despite signing David Robertson for the remainder of the season, the Philadelphia Phillies are still searching for bullpen upgrades ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Suspended closer Jose Alvarado is on schedule to return in the middle of August ...

"The Phillies' bullpen ranks 22nd in reliever ERA (4.22) and 14th in strikeout ratio (8.72 K/9). Philly has been employing a closer-by-committee approach to things, but right-handed pitcher Jordan Romano currently leads the team in saves with eight," Gauvain writes.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/phillies as Phillies Trade Target Emmanuel Clase Placed on Leave Amid Gambling Probe. The Philadelphia Phillies may have to scratch a name off their list in terms of potential relievers to acquire this week at the trade deadline.

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