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Phillies Boss Hints That Team Will Not Pursue Another Superstar in Free Agency

The Philadelphia Phillies are having to turn the page to the offseason following a third consecutive postseason in which the season ends in gut wrenching fashion After making an unlikely run to the World Series in 2022, the team made went to the NLCS and lost in seven games in 2023.

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Dave Dombrowski says the Phillies don’t need another star. Is he right?

After the Phillies’ offense fell flat late in the 2023 postseason and the team essentially ran it back in 2024 only to meet the same fate a round earlier,

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 17

Philadelphia Phillies Boss Hints at Making Moves During Offseason

It's obvious that something needs to change for the Philadelphia Phillies moving forward. It's uncertain what they could do to drastically improve their team, but the Phillies are a bit further away from winning a World Series then it initially seemed throughout the past two years.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 17

Are Red Sox In Danger Of Losing Projected $90 Million Righty Slugger To Phillies?

Competition for free agents is always intimidating, and the Philadelphia Phillies are a team that can be particularly intimidating to compete against. Under president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski, the Phillies have been aggressive in going after the specific players they want, and have landed a bumper crop of superstars.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 16

Dave Dombrowski comments on 2025 payroll

The Phillies finished the 2024 season with the fourth-highest payroll in baseball. The three teams above them, the Mets, Dodgers and Yankees, all advanced to the League Championship Series.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / October 15

Why Phillies extending manager is right move

Three reasons why Phillies extending manager Rob Thomson is the right move

Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced Tuesday that manager Rob Thomson received a contract extension through the 2026 season. Let's explore why this is a good decision.

Rays stadium may not be ready for 2025 season after hurricane damage

Mark Vientos praised by Mets icon after latest playoff heroics

Royals GM addresses offseason following surprising 2024 season

Former Orioles chairman no longer connected to team

Orioles OF undergoes surgery on fractured hand

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 14

Philadelphia Phillies Trade Deadline Acquisition Predicted Not To Return in 2025

Dave Dombrowski has done what he's needed to do for the Philadelphia Phillies throughout his time with the organization, but his trade deadline acquisitions have been questionable.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 12

Rumored Philadelphia Phillies Target Predicted To Sign $701 Million Deal

Philadelphia Phillies fans can't put anything past Dave Dombrowski this winter. There's a reason why many around the industry believe he's the best in the business, and while he didn't have a great trade deadline the past two seasons, he typically does his job in the winter months.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 10

Takeaways from Mets-Phillies Game 4 as N.Y. reaches NLCS

Takeaways from Mets-Phillies Game 4: Francisco Lindor's grand slam sends New York to NLCS

The New York Mets' magic carpet ride continues.

Watch: Francisco Lindor hits grand slam to give Mets lead

Watch: Longest-tenured Mets has emotional reaction to NLCS berth

Takeaways from Tigers win vs. Guardians: Detroit on cusp of ALCS

Takeaways from Yankees-Royals Game 3: Giancarlo Stanton helps N.Y. edge K.C.

Stanton could be unlikely hero to lead the Yankees to title

Takeaways from Dodgers-Padres Game 4: L.A. offense and bullpen respond

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 1

Dave Dombrowski not over Phillies’ 2023 NLCS loss: ‘They’ll linger for the rest of my life’

Dave Dombrowski still isn’t over last year’s National League Championship Series. The longtime major-league executive and current Phillies president of baseball operations thought his team had a second consecutive trip to the World Series in hand returning home with a 3-2 series lead over the 84-win Arizona Diamondbacks.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / October 1

Is the window for the Phillies closing? Dave Dombrowski doesn’t think so.

As the Philadelphia Phillies wait to learn their NLDS opponent, there’s a real sentiment among the fanbase that the team needs to get over the hump and win the World Series in 2024 after a pair of close calls the last two Octobers.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 1

Philadelphia Phillies 'Among' Teams Showing Interest in Left-Handed Ace

The Philadelphia Phillies front office can't get too caught up in the offseason just yet, as they have a real opportunity to win a World Series in 2024.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Phillies manager reveals plans for postseason roster

Now that the Phillies have officially clinched a spot in the postseason, manager Rob Thomson spoke to reporters earlier on Saturday about the club’s plans for the postseason roster.

Phillies demolish rival Mets, clinch playoff spot

Phillies' Brandon Marsh sets the record straight on his unkempt appearance

Dodgers GM throws cold water on bold Shohei Ohtani idea

Multi-tools: The 22 greatest do-it-all players in MLB history

The 'Most postseason home runs by MLB team' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 13

Long Shot Philadelphia Phillies Target Talks About Upcoming Free Agency

The Philadelphia Phillies have been linked to Juan Soto a bit over the past few weeks. It shouldn't come as much of a surprise because of what Dave Dombrowski has done with the team during his time with the club, but Soto still feels like a long-shot target.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / August 5

Phillies' bullpen woes threaten division lead

The dog days of August have exposed the Phillies’ vulnerabilities. Their hitting has faltered, their energy seems sapped, but most alarming is the state of their bullpen.

Zack Wheeler twirls gem vs. M's, ends Phillies' skid

The 24 pitchers who have thrown an MLB perfect game

The '2024 Major League Baseball All-Stars' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 27

What did the Phillies see in trade acquisition Austin Hays?

The Philadelphia Phillies had been circling Baltimore Orioles OF Austin Hays for some time before they finally traded for him.

Phillies acquire former All-Star outfielder in trade with O's

Phillies place All-Star lefty on injured list

All-Star OF had interesting comments on moving from Orioles to Phillies

One player from every MLB team who deserves more love

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23

Could Phillies pursue contract extension with emerging star?

The Philadelphia Phillies are interested in keeping ace Ranger Suarez for the long term, but at least for now, a contract extension remains a work in progress.

Phillies exec discusses pitcher's extension, fellow southpaw's future

Bryce Harper, Shohei Ohtani may be in a race for history

Phillies place struggling RHP on 15-day injured list

One player from every MLB team who deserves more love

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 15

Three teams offer catching help to Phillies following injury

Three unnamed teams have offered catching help to the Phillies since the news broke earlier this week about J.T. Realmuto’s knee surgery.

Phillies, Orioles limp into weekend showdown

Defunct MLB ballparks that we still miss

The '2023 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9

Phillies downplay need for outfield help

The Philadelphia Phillies like their outfield options even with Brandon Marsh expected to miss the next 3-4 weeks while recovering from knee surgery.

Phillies' Brandon Marsh out multiple weeks following knee surgery

Players who could move to 60-day IL once spring training begins

Phillies claim RHP Max Castillo off waivers from Red Sox

One player from every MLB team that deserves more love

The '30 or more home runs in 2021' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Sports Journal / October 22

MLB Notebook: The Curse of Dave Dombrowski for Red Sox? Case for Eddie Romero, and E-Rod?

Special to BostonSportsJournal.com Over four years later, the Boston Red Sox are seemingly still paying the price for their premature dismissal of Dave Dombrowski.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / November 22, 2022

Phillies extend GM Dave Dombrowski through 2027

The Philadelphia Phillies gave general manager Dave Dombrowski a three-year extension on Tuesday. The new deal keeps Dombrowski with the club through the 2027 season.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / November 16, 2022

Phillies provide discouraging update on Harper's injury

Phillies provide discouraging update on Bryce Harper's injury

Harper dealt with an elbow injury for most of the 2022 season.

Report: Phillies believed to have 'real interest' in free-agent SS Xander Bogaerts

Phillies agree to two-year extension with hitting coach Kevin Long

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The '30 or more home runs in 2021' quiz

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 12, 2022

Phillies targeting Bogaerts in free agency?

Phillies targeting SS Xander Bogaerts in free agency?

The Phillies may be coming for blood after falling short in this year’s World Series.

Phillies extend hitting coach Kevin Long through 2025

There are 'rumblings' that All-Star SS Trea Turner wants to join Phillies?

Phillies decline option on SS Jean Segura

RHP Zach Eflin declines 2023 mutual option with Phillies

Report: Phillies exercise $16M club option on Aaron Nola for 2023

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / November 1, 2022

Dave Dombrowski questions benefit of bye in MLB playoffs

Dombrowski questions whether the layoff resulting from the bye is more detrimental than helpful.

Umpire Pat Hoberg called perfect game in Game 2 of World Series

Phillies’ Brandon Marsh Calls Angels’ Mike Trout ‘One Of A Kind’ After Receiving Congratulatory Text Message

Astros SP Justin Verlander explains why he gave middle finger to Phillies fans

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The 'World Series managers' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Cold Wire / October 25, 2022

Dave Dombrowski Continues To Dominate Anywhere In MLB

Dave Dombrowski has had a ton of success over his many years as a front office executive. Dombrowski was at the helm of the Detroit Tigers front office when they went to the World Series in 2006 and again in 2012.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Fastball on SI / October 23, 2022

Dave Dombrowski Reaches Fifth World Series with Fourth Different Team

With the Philadelphia Phillies returning to the World Series for the first time since 2009 with their 4-3 win over the San Diego Padres Sunday, Major League Baseball executive Dave Dombrowski has constructed his fifth Pennant-winning team of his illustrious front office career.