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March 17, 2026

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Big news for the Phillies today as outfielder Johan Rojas faces an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance, robbing the team of a potential spark in the outfield. This comes just as the team is gearing up for the season, mostly bringing back the same roster that led them to the postseason, with notable signings like Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto. On a brighter note, Aaron Nola's impressive performance for Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic has fans buzzing about a possible comeback season, as he dominated with only one run in four innings. With the Phillies needing to reinforce their lineup, insights about Dante Nori's solid showing raising his MLB timeline add a layer of intrigue. The stakes are high as the Phillies navigate these changes and prepare for the challenges ahead.

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Offseason In Review: Philadelphia Phillies

Offseason In Review: Philadelphia Phillies

The Phillies are mostly running back the same squad as last year, but with a few key adjustments. Major League Signings DH Kyle Schwarber: Five years, $150MM (includes $15MM signing bonus) C J.T. Realmuto: Three years, $45MM RHP Brad Keller: Two years, $22MM (includes $4MM signing bonus) OF Adolis García: One year, $10MM RHP Zach […]

MLB Announces 80-Game Suspension For Johan Rojas

MLB Announces 80-Game Suspension For Johan Rojas

Major League Baseball announced today that Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas has received an 80-game suspension after testing positive for Boldenone, a performance enhancing substance, in violation of Major League Baseball’s Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. It was reported a couple of weeks ago that Rojas had tested positive for a PED but that he […]

Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas suspended 80 games following positive test

Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas suspended 80 games following positive test

CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Johan Rojas had been in Phillies camp this spring, playing in Grapefruit League games and practicing with teammates, while the past couple weeks awaiting word about his future with the club. On Monday night, Major League Baseball announced that Rojas has been suspended for 80 games without

Even at 32, Turner a speed merchant ... and student ... of running game

Even at 32, Turner a speed merchant ... and student ... of running game

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Aaron Nola’s WBC performance should excite Phillies fans

Aaron Nola’s WBC performance should excite Phillies fans

It’s still technically spring training, but Aaron Nola was fantastic in his two starts for Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic. It should have Phillies fans dreaming about what a comeback season could look like. Pitching on normal rest, Nola allowed only one run in four innings. He threw 59 pitches and topped out […]

Phillies insider thinks WBC run could totally alter Dante Nori’s MLB timeline

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Phillies insider thinks WBC run could totally alter Dante Nori’s MLB timeline

While Dante Nori may not be on the Philadelphia Phillies' opening day roster, Phillies insider Jim Salisbury thinks there is a chance that his eye-opening performance accelerates his ascension to a major league team that sorely needs outfield help.