Daniel Nava

When the Phillies added Michael Saunders to be a left-handed lineup bat and not the likes of former Phillies player Brandon Moss, one clear need on the Phillies roster remained: a left-handed bat who can back up first baseman Tommy Joseph...

Less than two weeks from the date that pitchers and catchers are set to report to Clearwater, the Phillies are making finishing touches to their roster.   While the 40-man roster remains full, the Phillies reportedly have added a bat on a minor league deal that could crack the big league roster come opening day...

The Phillies continued assembling their 2017 squad with two signings on Friday night.   With a roster full at 40, the Phillies added two minor league free agents with significant Major League playing time:  left-handed reliever Sean Burnett and utility player Daniel Nava.   ...