July 26, 2025

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Phillies Hammer Yankees 12-5, Schwarber Records 1,000th Hit

At Yankee Stadium on Friday night, the Philadelphia Phillies erupted for 12 runs in a series-opening rout of the New York Yankees.

Kyle Schwarber launched two two-run homers, the first marking his 1,000th MLB hit and 319th career homer—the most homers by any player at the 1,000-hit mark.

J.T. Realmuto followed New York’s ninth error in four games with a tiebreaking three-run shot in a four-run seventh inning.

Trea Turner collected four hits, including a triple, as the Phillies poured in 10 runs over the final three frames.

Deadline buzz: Abel could be dealt, Phillies pursue Ryan Helsley

With the July 31 trade deadline looming, the Philadelphia Phillies are lining up two of baseball’s rising arms in opposite roles.

Mick Abel, the 23-year-old former first-round pick, has drawn trade interest after posting a 1.83 ERA in 12 Triple-A starts and a 5.04 ERA in six Major League outings, projecting as a sixth- or seventh-starter in Philadelphia’s long-term plans.

St. Louis closer Ryan Helsley, who told The Athletic he’s “90 percent” certain to be moved, boasts a 3.00 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 21 saves in 26 opportunities, making him an ideal late-inning upgrade for a pennant push.

As Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski balances prospect capital against win-now needs, these developments set the stage for a high-stakes final week of Deadline deals.

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Phillies Prospect Kenny Acuña Turns Heads at Perfect Game 14U Showcase

Kenny Acuña, the 14-year-old brother of Ronald Acuña Jr., made a splash in his first U.S. appearance at Perfect Game’s 14U National Showcase this week in West Palm Beach, Fla. Scouts and Phillies insiders watched as the future 2028 signee displayed a combination of power and athleticism that has Phillies brass already talking about the next great Acuña.

Born into a baseball family that includes NL MVP Ronald Acuña Jr. and Mets infielder Luisangel Acuña, Kenny’s stateside debut underscored Philadelphia’s long-term international strategy: secure elite talent early and develop the next generation of marquee stars.

How to Watch Phillies vs. Yankees Game 2: TV, Streaming & Starters

Philadelphia, July 26, 2025 — The Philadelphia Phillies look to extend their Bronx dominance after a 12–5 opening-game drubbing of the New York Yankees. Game 2 is set for Saturday at 1:05 p.m. ET in Yankee Stadium, with live coverage on MLB Network, YES and NBCS-PH (streaming via Fubo and the MLB App).

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Kyle Schwarber’s 1,000th Hit Sparks Phillies’ 12-5 Rout of Yankees