The New York Mets led MLB for the third straight opening day with a $322.6 million payroll. According to the AP study, the Phillies ranked fourth with an opening-day payroll of $284 million.

The “Salute to Philly” promotion began in 2016 when the Pigs first took the field as the “Cheesesteaks.”

The former Marlins and Braves manager didn’t have a big-league job lined up for 2025, but he wanted to stay around the game he loves. “Emotionally and mentally it has been so rewarding,” he said.

Healthy again, Kepler has carried his spring power stroke into the season and he “fits right in” to his new clubhouse.

The Phillies decided on Sunday to go ahead with the home opener. They won the bet, and the game.

Brandon Graham and Saquon Barkley amped up the crowd, which had to wait until the seventh inning to crank up the volume for the Phillies, who powered their way to a 6-1 win over the Rockies.

Eagles Super Bowl winners Saquon Barkley and Brandon Graham brought the Lombardi Trophy with them to throw out the first pitch at the Phillies home opener on Monday.

”I think they make it to the World Series,” said Dave Kelly, who hasn't missed a home opener in at least two decades.

Bryce Harper's love affair with the Phillie Phanatic continued at Monday's home opener, where the Phillies first baseman wore some of his most Philly cleats yet.

An isolated tornado is possible, the National Weather Service says. Sunshine Monday afternoon actually has increased the threat of strong storms.

There are several changes to the ballpark for 2025, including an enclosed space in the bullpens, featuring accordion-style doors.

Heavy rain is still in the forecast, but storms aren't expected to move in until after 7 p.m.

Hitters across the sport are curious about the bats after the Yankees’ success with them over the weekend. Kevin Long has been calling bat companies.