Why Merrifield signed with Phillies for less guaranteed money, playing time
Whit Merrifield has done it all: three-time All-Star, batting title, and stolen base king. He signed with the Phillies to accomplish one thing.
Whit Merrifield has done it all: three-time All-Star, batting title, and stolen base king. He signed with the Phillies to accomplish one thing.
The Philadelphia Phillies have reached a contract agreement with utility infielder Whit Merrifield, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.
Bryson Stott, Kyle Schwarber and Nick Castellanos homered, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Kansas City Royals 8-4.
Bryce Harper singled, doubled and homered, Trea Turner doubled, homered and drove in four runs and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Kansas City Royals 9-6.
Manager Rob Thomson has been alternating Harper between first base and DH and that is likely the plan for the remainder of the season.
Nick Castellanos homered for the Phillies, who opened a 10-game homestand. Philadelphia began play holding the second wild-card spot in a tightly bunched playoff race.
Some MLB teams are already looking to next season and beyond, but even their fans have something to be hopeful about.
Tarik El-Abour is not a Major League Baseball player yet, but his signing by the Kansas City Royals marks a historic first for the national pastime.
Vines is a right-handed pitcher in the Kansas City Royals organization who is pitching these days with the Single-A Wilmington Blue Rocks down in Delaware
The Royals look to make a return to the postseason and will hope to get some help from one of their young pitching prospects.
Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura, whose electric arm helped his team win the 2015 World Series title, was killed in a car crash in his native Dominican Republic early Sunday.
There's just one more week to go in the 2016 Major League Baseball regular season, so pay attention very closely to what's going on in MLB this week.
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The defending champs will look to get this speedy prospect some more time this season.
Twenty-seven-year-old Mariot spent the majority of last season with triple-A Omaha, going 4-2 with a 2.32 ERA in 42 relief appearances.
The Royals came from behind eight times in their playoff campaign to win their first MLB World Series in 30 years.
The Kansas City Royals won their second World Series title on Sunday with a 7-2 win in 12 innings at Citi Field in New York.
One agonizing step from ecstasy last season, this time the Royals reign after their latest incredible comeback and a go-ahead hit from maybe the most unlikely player in uniform.
The Royals' 5-3 victory drew 13.6 million viewers with a 7.8 rating and a 16 share, Fox said Sunday. The audience was up 27 percent from the 10.7 million for San Francisco's 11-4 rout of Kansas City in Game 4 last year and the rating was up 24 percent from last year's 6.3/12 — the low for the 2014 Series.
The Kansas City Royals are one win away from a World Series title after beating the New York Mets 5-3 on Saturday. The Royals trailed 2-0 and 3-1, but scored one in the sixth and three in the eighth to win. They can claim the trophy Sunday night in New York.
Second baseman Daniel Murphy's error on Hosmer's grounder in the eighth inning keyed another rally by the tenacious Royals, and Kansas City startled the New York Mets 5-3 Saturday night to take 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven matchup.
The New York Mets defeated the Kansas City Royals 9-3 in Game 3 of the World Series. The Royals lead the series 2-1 and will look to rebound Saturday night.
On this morning's show, Chris discussed the possibility of attending the World Series in New York, the aftermath of Wednesday night's CNBC GOP Presidential debate, and a new study out of Oxford University which revealed body parts that are hands off for men and women. At 6:20am Jonathon Last, of the Weekly Standard, checked in to discuss what we can expect from future GOP debates. At 7:00am Chris Butler joined the show for Finance Friday to talk about a slowing economy. At 8:00am NFL Hall of Famer Ray Didinger called in to breakdown Saturday's Temple-Notre Dame game. At 8:20am Buzz Bissinger joined the show to discuss Philadelphia Magazine's ThinkFest.
Thanks to Wednesday's 7-1 drubbing, the Royals have a 2-0 lead as the World Series moves to Citi Field in New York.
Game 1 of the 2015 World Series started on the same date as the most recent championships for both participants: the Royals in 1985 and the Mets the following year.
Using one of the best outdoor projector is the perfect way to host a movie night for friends and family.
Bryce Harper homered in his return to the lineup following the birth of his third child, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 for their second shutout win in splitting a four-game series.
Save big on each model of Apple AirPods ahead of the holiday by shopping our curated selection of deals.
When the kids are out and about, these smartwatches and fitness trackers can help everyone communicate.
A tractor-trailer struck a fire hydrant, sending a massive stream of water that looked like a geyser in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, around 1 p.m. Thursday.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
Bryce Harper homered in his return to the lineup following the birth of his third child, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 for their second shutout win in splitting a four-game series.
A tractor-trailer struck a fire hydrant, sending a massive stream of water that looked like a geyser in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, around 1 p.m. Thursday.
At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
Jordan Mailata will announce Philadelphia's first-round pick live from his native Australia, while Brandon Graham will reveal one of Eagles' second-round picks, of which they have two.
A tractor-trailer struck a fire hydrant, sending a massive stream of water that looked like a geyser in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, around 1 p.m. Thursday.
At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
Jordan Mailata will announce Philadelphia's first-round pick live from his native Australia, while Brandon Graham will reveal one of Eagles' second-round picks, of which they have two.
Central High School's RoboLancers were part of the winning alliance of robotics teams at the FIRST championship in Houston, Texas. Two other Philly teams also attended.
A person was shot on Front Street just south of Girard Avenue on Thursday morning, according to Philadelphia police.
At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
Thursday is cool and cloudy with a few peeks of sunshine later in the day. Temps drop close to freezing Friday morning, but the second half of the weekend kicks off a summerlike warmup.
For the fourth straight year, Jason Kelce will celebrity bartend at the Ocean Drive in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, to raise money for the Eagles Autism Foundation.
A "Free Palestine" walkout at Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees is now off, but some students said they'll move forward with it anyway and accept the consequences.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
Thursday is cool and cloudy with a few peeks of sunshine later in the day. Temps drop close to freezing Friday morning, but the second half of the weekend kicks off a summerlike warmup.
Camay De Silva's loved ones gathered at a Wilmington park to remember her and release balloons in her honor.
Wednesday morning's weather in the Philadelphia area starts off with some chances of rain but then likely clears up in the afternoon.
More cases of measles have been reported so far this year, in less than four months, than in all of 2022. As of April 18, 125 cases were reported in 17 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
Federal officials say they're double checking whether pasteurization has eradicated the danger from possible bird virus particles in milk.
Tick bites can cause a range of illnesses — and as the weather warms up, ticks can be particularly prevalent. Delaware County leaders are working to keep residents aware of the dangers ticks bring.
Pennsylvania has the second highest number of infant botulism cases in the country, many concentrated in Montgomery County.
More cases of measles have been reported so far this year, in less than four months, than in all of 2022. As of April 18, 125 cases were reported in 17 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
Cove Pocono Resorts' two other properties, Cove Haven Resort and Paradise Stream Resort, will remain open despite the closure of the Pocono Palace.
Nine life-sized sculptures made by world-renowned artist Seward Johnson are on loan to Philadelphia's Frankford Avenue in Mayfair until mid-September.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
"Intercity bus carriers" will be relocating from the Spring Garden Street area of the city as soon as Labor Day, Philadelphia transportation officials told a Northern Liberties neighborhood group.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
One person died in a car accident in Pennsauken, Camden County, Tuesday afternoon, Pennsauken police said.
All lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Quakertown have reopened after a dump truck overturned Monday morning, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
Bryce Harper homered in his return to the lineup following the birth of his third child, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 for their second shutout win in splitting a four-game series.
Jordan Mailata will announce Philadelphia's first-round pick live from his native Australia, while Brandon Graham will reveal one of Eagles' second-round picks, of which they have two.
Bryce Harper returns to the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday after missing three games while on MLB's paternity list. Kody Clemens was optioned to Triple A Lehigh Valley.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Marvin Harrison Jr. may have famous fathers, but the St. Joe's Prep products are out to create their own legacies. It all begins with the 2024 NFL draft.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Play on Philly provides students with ambitious, high-quality music education at almost no cost.
The Iron Menace coaster at Dorney Park takes you 15 stories into the sky before a 95-degree drop tops out at speeds of 64 mph. We got a sneak peek and rode the brand new ride.
Construction is halfway complete on the Lansdowne Theater, the focus of an $18 million restoration project. Once the building reopens, it will serve as a concert hall.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
Mercy Career and Technical High School senior Taylor Houseman was one of two students selected to give a SEPTA bus a brand new look.
A member of our CBS Philadelphia family was honored Thursday. Chief Investigative Reporter Joe Holden received the Philadelphia Coalition for Victim Advocacy Media Award. It recognizes his work, positively sharing survivors' stories and collaborating with victim service organizations.
We are working to learn more information about a shooting in Northern Liberties Thursday morning. It happened just before 8 a.m. near the El Station at Front and Girard. Police say a 55-year-old man was shot in his stomach and back. He was taken to Temple University Hospital where he was last listed in critical condition.
An all-new episode of "Ghosts" is coming up tonight in which Pete discovers a power he never knew he had. Rebecca Wehsocky and Sheila Carrasco play two of the ghosts on the show. Our Anchor Jim Donovan caught up with the series stars for a preview of the upcoming episode.
The County Line Wildfire in South Jersey is now 100% contained. Chopper 3 was over Wharton State Forest Thursday morning where a few hot spots could still be seen. Goshen Campground remains closed.
Two Princeton graduate students were arrested at a protest where some people tried to set up tents, as a wave of pro-Palestinian student protests takes place on college campuses across the country.