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Matt Watson
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Phillies Beat Report @metrophilly. Content Director - Phillies Team @PhiladelphiaSN. Contact: [email protected]
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My first article post on Bluesky!

The Phillies need to replace the void left by Rhys Hoskins in their lineup. Recent solutions have not worked and this off-season is a chance for redemption.

My latest for Philadelphia Sports Network.

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The Phillies need to finally replace Rhys Hoskins in 2025. – Philly Sports
PHILADELPHIA— Rhys Hoskins cemented his Phillies legacy with his three-run home run against Spencer Strider in Game 3 of the 2022 NLDS. A bat spike later,
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Phillies 12th ranked prospect Seth Johnson vs. Minnesota starters:

2 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 1 BB. 23 strikes, 34 pitches.

Touched 97.6 MPH with his fastball.
March 10, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Bryson Stott adds another run with an RBI single.

4-0 Phillies
Cal Stevenson drives in Alec Bohm to give the Phillies a 1-0 lead.

Stevenson is on the outside looking in for the final roster spot with the club.
March 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Rafael Lantigua singles to drive home Castro and Stevenson.

Phillies B squad has 3 runs against Pablo Lopez.
March 10, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Cal Stevenson drives in Alec Bohm to give the Phillies a 1-0 lead.

Stevenson is on the outside looking in for the final roster spot with the club.
March 10, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Looks like I'm back on here.

Johan Rojas adds another hit to his Spring campaign. This time off Pablo Lopez.
March 10, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Jesus Luzardo mentioned he has a good relationship with Ranger Suarez.

When facing off against each other, they would link up in centerfield before the game to say hello.

He is looking forward to sharing a clubhouse with him this upcoming season.
December 30, 2024 at 6:46 PM
Andrew Painter will not pitch in Spring Training.

He will likely ramp up in June/July according to President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski.
December 23, 2024 at 10:17 PM
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One of the greatest pleasures of my life has been covering 'Operation Snowball.'

Something that seemed impossible was accomplished thanks to The Philly Specials and with an immense amount of help from the Philadelphia community.
Eagles legends deliver with ‘Operation Snowball’
Eagles greats Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and Connor Barwin realized their vision, providing gifts to the kids of Philadelphia.
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December 19, 2024 at 3:44 PM
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What's up, Bluesky?
Let's talk some baseball.
December 17, 2024 at 11:39 PM
The Phillies have announced a 2024 Phanatic Yule Log.

There will be some cameos from other Philly mascots and familiar broadcast voices.

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A Philly Mascots Yule Log
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December 17, 2024 at 3:43 PM
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Need some Phillies content on a rainy Monday? Check out @phillysportsnet.bsky.social Alley Talk from Saturday!

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December 16, 2024 at 5:16 PM
Come talk Phillies baseball tomorrow!

Live at 1 pm EST, we will discuss:
- Kyle Tucker
- Winter Meetings
- Potential Targets

And more! @phillysportsnet.bsky.social

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December 13, 2024 at 9:57 PM
Breaking:

The Phillies have signed Jordan Romano.

I break down the move with my latest for @metrophilly.bsky.social.

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December 9, 2024 at 6:38 PM
The Winter Meetings are getting ready to kick off in Dallas.

Here are three predictions I have for the Phillies over the next few days.

@metrophilly.bsky.social | #RingtheBell
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3 Phillies Predictions for the Winter Meetings – Philly Sports
There are still plenty of franchise-changing players available for organizations to sign. That includes Juan Soto. For the Phillies, the rumor mill has been
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December 8, 2024 at 5:47 PM
Two potential fits for the Phillies are now off the board.

The MLB hot stove is heating up! My latest for @phillysportsnet.bsky.social and @metrophilly.bsky.social.

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2 Potential Phillies Targets Sign With Other Clubs – Philly Sports
Major League Baseball's free agency period has been open for weeks. But with the Winter Meetings just days away, teams are starting to take action.
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December 8, 2024 at 12:37 AM
In my latest for @phillysportsnet.bsky.social, I break down what went wrong for Bryson Stott in 2024.

I also detail the direction he needs to take to return to form in 2025.

@metrophilly.bsky.social #Phillies
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Bryson Stott needs a 2025 bounce back – Philly Sports
PHILADELPHIA— In his third big league season, many expected Bryson Stott to break out in 2024.
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December 8, 2024 at 12:01 AM
As of right now, the Mets have turned Luis Severino and Sean Manaea into Clay Holmes and Frankie Montas.

That is a downgrade no matter how you slice it.
December 7, 2024 at 1:41 AM
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Renowned player development coach Rico Hines gave me his thoughts on Jared McCain, how easy the transition has been for him and McCain, and what makes the Sixers' rookie special as a player.

On that and more:
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76ers’ coach Rico Hines details his thoughts on Jared McCain
The Philadelphia 76ers have reached the first-quarter mark of the season. Sitting at 5-15 over that span, little has gone right for the Sixers. That is, short
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December 6, 2024 at 10:45 PM
Anyone going to the Winter Meetings next week? Excited for my first time 🤩

#WinterMeetings #MLB #Hotstove
December 6, 2024 at 2:21 AM
More snow + more football = more fun.

#SNF
December 2, 2024 at 1:23 AM
The Philadelphia Phillies tried to acquire Kyle Finnegan at the Trade Deadline.

Now that Finnegan is a Free Agent, will Philly test their luck with the 2024 All-Star?

My latest for @metrophilly.bsky.social and @phillysportsnet.bsky.social:
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Former Phillies Trade Target Reaches Free Agency – Philly Sports
PHILADELPHIA— At the 2024 Major League Baseball trade deadline, the Philadelphia Phillies reportedly had an interest in right-handed relief pitcher Kyle
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November 25, 2024 at 2:14 PM
Per Jon Heyman, the Phillies have non-tendered OF Austin Hays.

He is now a free agent. #Phillies
November 22, 2024 at 6:32 PM