Instead, as ESPN's David Schoenfield notes, the biggest flaw for this team is the injury to Jesus Luzardo. His potential absence is a major issue, and even if he plays, there's real concern here with the beloved left-hander.

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The Padres are red-hot and have put distance behind them and most of the other clubs in the National League Wild Card race.

The Philadelphia Phillies' offense has gone cold at the wrong time with the playoffs right around the corner.

In the most recent update to the league's top 100 prospects, the likes of Bryan Rincon (100), Francisco Renteria (80), Aidan Miller (60), and Gage Wood (32) are scattered throughout, and in each case, the hype appears to be deserved.

Phillies recalled RHP Max Lazar from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

The Philadelphia Phillies have officially lost a player acquired in a four-player trade for the season after a very short stint.

The Philadelphia Phillies were dealt a rough blow recently when Jesus Luzardo, arguably their best pitcher at the time of this news, was placed on the injured list with a shoulder injury. While it's not likely to be a long-term problem lingering into next year, his late-season placement on the IL put him at risk of missing the postseason.