
Phillies Edge Twins in Eighth-Inning Comeback to Sweep Series
Philadelphia overcame a five-run hole to defeat Minnesota 7-5, completing a three-game sweep and setting up a Monday matchup against Miami.
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Philadelphia overcame a five-run hole to defeat Minnesota 7-5, completing a three-game sweep and setting up a Monday matchup against Miami.

A late‑inning rally powered by De La Cruz’s two‑run single and Bohm’s three‑run homer turned a five‑run deficit into a 7‑5 victory over Minnesota, completing a series sweep.

Since the All-Star Break, Bryson Stott has emerged as one of baseball’s hottest hitters, delivering key power and clutch performances that have helped the Phillies dominate the Twins and solidify their postseason outlook.

The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Minnesota Twins 9-1 on August 15, 2026, fueled by a historic performance from Alec Bohm and a clutch homer from Bryson Stott.

The Philadelphia Phillies completed several high‑profile trades, adding Luis Arraez and two relievers while reconfiguring their infield, while the Los Angeles Dodgers secured Tarik Skubal to shore up a rotation hit by injuries. Meanwhile, the NFL’s Eagles gear up for preseason action, and the looming MLB collective bargaining agreement promises league‑wide ramifications.

Post‑deadline moves see teams demote underperforming players, promote prospects, and navigate injury comebacks in a busy stretch of the season.

A guide to the most promising waiver wire additions, including catcher Endy Rodriguez, prospect Max Clark and reliever Erik Miller, with bid suggestions tailored to league size.

A concise look at the most favorable hitting matchups for the upcoming week, with streaming options at catcher and a reminder that the trade deadline could reshape the landscape.

Dan’s mid‑week update spotlights six waiver‑wire targets who could reshape fantasy lineups in the final stretch of the 2026 MLB season.

Joey Votto made his first appearance as an analyst on NBC's Sunday Night Baseball during the Phillies' 11‑4 victory over the Yankees, offering seasoned commentary and engaging banter with his colleagues.

The latest top 450 fantasy baseball rankings reveal the players poised to dominate the 2027 season, while MLB’s return to network television promises a new era of broadcast coverage.

Several hitters who struggled in the first half of the 2026 season are now posting strong metrics, offering both on‑field upside and valuable fantasy assets.

Munetaka Murakami delivered a career‑high six RBIs, while Bryson Stott and Ryan O’Hearn also shone. The Marlins fell to a 12th straight loss, and Jacob Misiorowski dazzled with 11 strikeouts.

As the season moves into its second half, key players like Ronald Acuna and Kade Anderson are poised for impact, while others face potential downturns.
The Coastal Plain League, a 30‑year‑old summer wood‑bat circuit, will field a team at Mooresville’s renovated Moor Park, displacing the longtime Spinners and sparking a legal clash.

The Colorado Rockies, sitting at 39-59, are exploring a potential trade of Mickey Moniak, a career-season outfielder drawing interest from the Astros, Guardians and Phillies. Park factors and lineup dynamics could markedly affect his fantasy outlook.

An analysis of the dwindling talent at third base, the rise of overlooked players, and the strategic moves that could reshape fantasy lineups.

The Cleveland Guardians secured a 5‑2 victory over the Minnesota Twins, while the Dodgers, Rays, Padres and several other clubs added decisive wins in a busy weekend of baseball.

From Coors Field to Miami, a handful of young hitters and pitchers are posting statistically significant improvements, making them prime targets for roster upgrades.

From the Diamondbacks’ clinching walk‑off to Tatis Jr.’s 474‑foot blast, the latest slate of games delivered drama, power surges and unexpected heroics.

With a 43‑24 run under Don Mattingly, the Philadelphia Phillies are still missing pieces that could push them into the postseason.

The Phillies' farm system sits second‑worst in baseball, and with key prospects underperforming, President Dave Dombrowski faces increasing scrutiny as the club chases a championship before its current stars fade.

An exploration of Statcast’s ‘expected’ statistics and the ZiPS projection system, highlighting over‑ and under‑performers and the broader impact on player assessment.

The Phillies fell 15-1 to the Royals, exposing pitching vulnerabilities in a game that saw 22 Royals hits and a poor outing from All-Star left-hander Cristopher Sánchez.