Jonathan Papelbon

The Phillies optioned pitcher Severino Gonzalez to Triple-A Lehigh Valley after he pitched well enough to earn his first win in his second big league start on Sunday, earning a victory over the Marlins.

Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon's name was the subject of many trade rumors this off season.  The closer ranks second all-time with 100 saves in Phillies history says he was not disappointed that he wasn't dealt this winter - but that would change if he is still here this summer...

ESPN senior baseball writer, Jayson Stark will join Mike Gill every Friday at 3:05 this baseball season to talk Phillies, NL East and more.

While expectations are low for the Phillies this season, a few things fans are expecting is some trades - and drama.

The Phillies have finalized their Opening Day roster for the 2015 regular season. The club made the following transactions today: Infielder Andres Blanco and outfielder Jeff Francoeur had their contracts selected; outfielder Jordan Danks was optioned to Lehigh Valley (AAA); right-handers Chad Billingsley and Jonathan Pettibone were placed on the 15-day disabled list and left-hander Mario Hollands

The battle in the Phillies' bullpen may have lost a man, but not in a way the Phillies were hoping for. Mario Hollands has been diagnosed with a common flexor tendon strain, the team announced Sunday. Hollands, 26, will be evaluated and his MRI findings will be reviewed before the team determines the next step for him, the injury is the same injury that Cliff Lee is suffering from...

On a cold day in Clearwater, Phillies fans were looking to closer Jonathan Papelbon to heat things up.  The usually controversial closer kept his thoughts in check however when he met with the media on Friday.

Could the Phillies finally have a taker for Jonathan Papelbon?

As the Phillies finish their third straight losing season today, a look to the future doesn't seem so bright.  The Phillies have already fired longtime scouting director and assistant GM Marti Wolever - could this be the first of many moves this offseason...

Jonathan Papelbon has been suspended seven games by Major League Baseball for his actions following Sunday's appearance.