DARK SECRETS: 3 - The Real Truth

Bryce Harper feels good as he reports to Phillies, but won’t rush his return to the lineup

CLEARWATER, Fla. — In his first time speaking with reporters after undergoing Tommy John surgery in November, the Phillies’ Bryce Harper said Thursday he is “feeling good” physically, but still has no timeline for when he will play again.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 9, 2023

Brickbat: Trust Us. He's Not Breathing

Two Clearwater, Florida, paramedics, who weren't named by media, have been suspended after pronouncing a man dead when he wasn't actually dead. Phebe Maxwell called for help when her father went into cardiac arrest. When the paramedics arrived, they took his pulse and pronounced him dead even as Phebe pointed…

Reason · Mar 9, 2023

Meet Sarah Edwards, the first female on-field coach in Phillies history

CLEARWATER, Fla. — In the course of two interviews for a minor league coaching job with the Phillies, Sarah Edwards impressed farm director Preston Mattingly with her perspective from a pro softball playing career that took her overseas. She demonstrated an interest in hitting instruction, a curiosity about learning new…

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 8, 2023

Pitcher Noah Song discharged from the Navy, expected to report to Phillies Thursday

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Right-handed pitcher Noah Song was discharged from the Navy and will report to Phillies spring training camp on Thursday, the team announced on Wednesday.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 22, 2023

It isn’t the World Cup, but for Phillies pitcher and soccer fanatic Ranger Suárez, the WBC was too good to pass up

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Three hours before Game 6 of the World Series, with a potential Game 7 start looming the next night, Ranger Suárez stepped on the field in Houston wearing not a red Phillies shirt but rather the navy and gold crest of the Union.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 20, 2023

Recharged after the offseason, Phillies’ Nick Castellanos works to regain his power

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Nick Castellanos’ first son, Liam, was born in August 2013. It was a busy time. Nick was a 21-year-old outfield prospect with the Detroit Tigers, and a month away from his big league debut. But despite all of that, he still felt he had time to be…

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 19, 2023

David Murphy: Three thoughts on three big Phillies spring training questions (beyond Andrew Painter)

Let’s not kid ourselves. The biggest story of Phillies spring training is the 19-year-old who could end up in the starting rotation when the season opens March 30. But, then, you knew that. So, let’s give Andrew Painter a break and take a look at the three other plot lines…

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Feb 17, 2023

NFCA, MLB team up on free PLAY BALL youth event prior to Division I Leadoff Classic

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Major League Baseball and the NFCA will team up for a free event for local youths on Feb. 9, the day before the Division I Leadoff Classic begins at the Eddie C. Moore Complex in Clearwater, Fla. Schedule (PDF) | Tournament Central ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 3, 2023

David Murphy: Don’t step on the shovel again: Phillies bullpen must be seen to be believed

PHILADELPHIA — Relievers in the hot stove and oven mitts in hell. Some things are just easier to sell. Six weeks from now, the Phillies equipment truck will begin the long drive south to Clearwater, Fla. Following closely in the rearview mirror will be a storyline that’s as predictable as…

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jan 7, 2023

Scientologist set herself on fire and shot herself after being told to 'drop the body'

Whitney Mills, from Clearwater in Florida, shot herself after believing she was facing significant health issues and would be able to 'transfer to a new body' if she died

Daily Mirror · Jan 1, 2023