Mick Abel outdueled Paul Skenes to win his major league debut, striking out nine over six innings to lead Philadelphia over ...

The Philadelphia Phillies' pitching staff was handed a body blow on Sunday after star closer Jose Alvarado was suspended for 80 games over violating MLB's PED policy.

Read - Phillies react to José Alvarado's suspension, big win over Paul Skenes, Pirates - and more Phillies news and rumors at ...

In his first plate appearance, Bryce Harper got a taste of why Skenes's arm is so highly heralded. The second-year ace struck out the two-time National League MVP with three consecutive fastballs, ...

The Philadelphia Phillies were dealt a significant blow on Sunday, as closer Jose Alvarado picked up an 80-game suspension after testing positive for exogenous tesosterone, a performance-enhancing dru ...

Following the unfortunate news of José Alvarado’s lengthy suspension, Bryce Harper’s opinion on the matter was highly anticipated, given his role as a team leader and the impact the bullpen will face ...

Then came Sunday: the Phillies' first chance to see Abel on a major-league mound, and their first chance to face Skenes since ...

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes faced the ultimate test on Sunday—Philadelphia’s fearsome lineup. What followed was a jaw-dropping display of velocity and control that made a statement to the ...

Mick Abel outdueled Paul Skenes to win his major league debut, striking out nine over six innings to lead Philadelphia over the Pittsburgh Pirates 1-0 Sunday for a three-game sweep and the Phillies’ ...

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The Pirates look to bounce back after two straight losses to the Phillies this MLB Rivalry Weekend. 2 of the biggest ...

The Phillies know what’s coming Sunday — a hyped showdown that feels built for prime time against one of the best young ...