Phillies-Orioles Trade Idea Lands All-Star in Philadelphia

Did Phillies owner hint at team's MLB trade deadline plans − and Kyle Schwarber future?

Phillies owner John Middleton on MLB trade deadline strategy, Kyle Schwarber's future and Andrew Painter.

Phillies-Orioles Trade Idea Lands All-Star in Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Phillies have a solid roster, but expect them to be active at the looming trade deadline for bullpen help.

Phillies owner John Middleton gives candid thoughts on trade deadline, state of the team

John Middleton spoke about the Phillies and the trade deadline. (Madeline Ressler/Phillies Nation) PHILADELPHIA — Phillies owner John Middleton stood on the field at Citizens Bank Park, a stadium slightly revamped in anticipation of the club’s opportunity to host the 2026 Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Philadelphia. Gone is the analog clock that sat in left-center field. The new 2026 All-Star Game logo has taken its place. Sure, it’s a b…

Middleton confident in Phils with Deadline, roster decisions looming

PHILADELPHIA -- Kyle Schwarber kicked off the second half of the season by picking up exactly where he left off in the first half -- and in Tuesday's All-Star Game MVP-winning performance. After homering on all three swings in the Midsummer Classic swing-off, Schwarber went deep on his first swing