The article reviews the performances of starting pitchers from Tuesday's fantasy baseball games, highlighting Cristopher Sánchez's impressive streak, along with summaries of other notable pitchers' outings, emphasizing their stats, pitches, and fantasy implications.
Cristopher Sánchez received a $50,000 contract bonus from the Phillies after being snubbed for the 2025 All-Star Game, despite his strong performance and support from teammates, as scheduling conflicts prevented his participation in the game.
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sanchez was overlooked for the MLB All-Star Game despite strong performance, with controversy surrounding MLB's selection process and claims that Sanchez declined a spot, which he and his agent deny. The situation highlights ongoing issues with All-Star selection fairness.
The article discusses the perceived snubs of Phillies players in the MLB All-Star selections, highlighting strong cases for Cristopher Sánchez and Ranger Suárez, and debating the fairness of fan voting and selection criteria, especially regarding volume and timing of player performances.
The article discusses the Phillies players who were considered snubs for the All-Star Game, highlighting Trea Turner, Cristopher Sanchez, and Ranger Suarez as the most deserving candidates who were left off the initial roster, and invites readers to choose who they think is the biggest snub.
The Phillies will start Mick Abel in the first game and Cristopher Sánchez in the second game of a doubleheader against the Padres, with Sánchez coming off an impressive season and Abel returning from a rain delay, as the teams prepare for their series at Citizens Bank Park.
The Philadelphia Phillies ended their road trip with a 6-1 win over the San Francisco Giants, highlighted by strong performances from Cristopher Sanchez and Nick Castellanos. The game saw tensions flare when Giants pitcher Kyle Harrison nearly hit Bryce Harper with consecutive pitches, leading to benches clearing. Despite a 2-4 road trip, the Phillies avoided a sweep and head home with a 39-18 record.
The Philadelphia Phillies showcased their resiliency once again as they came from behind to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-2. Cristopher Sanchez impressed on the mound, allowing only two runs in six innings while not issuing any walks. The Phillies' offense was consistent throughout the game, with Garrett Stubbs, Kyle Schwarber, and Alec Bohm contributing with doubles and home runs. Bryce Harper continued his hot streak, going 14-for-30 in the last eight games. The Cardinals' struggles with strikeouts and weak contact have raised questions about their pitching development, making them a potential suitor for Phillies' pitcher Aaron Nola in the offseason.
Cristopher Sánchez pitched six strong innings, allowing only one run, as the Philadelphia Phillies became the first team to sweep the Tampa Bay Rays in 2023. The game went into extra innings, with the Phillies scoring the go-ahead run in the 11th inning. Sánchez's improved walk rate and solid performance contributed to the victory, while the Rays relied on a bullpen game for the second consecutive night.
The Philadelphia Phillies won their fifth straight series with a 3-2 victory over the Oakland Athletics in 12 innings. Cristopher Sánchez, called up from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to make a spot start, pitched well despite being hit on his pitching hand by a 102.6 mph comebacker. Cristian Pache's heady baserunning decision and Kyle Schwarber's well-placed base hit in the 12th inning sealed the win for the Phillies. The team is now 31-12 in June over the past two seasons.
Several Phillies pitchers, including Ranger Suarez, Cristopher Sanchez, Nick Nelson, and Andrew Painter, are progressing towards returning from injury. Suarez threw another bullpen session and is expected to require a minor-league rehab assignment. Sanchez started for Triple A Lehigh Valley and Nelson will pitch extended spring training games. There was no official update on Painter, who is rehabbing a right elbow injury.