Kyle Schwarber hit a three-run homer, Ranger Suárez struck out six in seven shutout innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-0 on Friday night. Suárez (5-1) continued to shine since his return from an early season back injury.

Schwarber’s third-inning homer — in addition to seven shutout innings from Phillies starter Ranger Suárez — helped power the Phillies to a win over the Blue Jays

The Philadelphia Phillies are locked into a tight race with the New York Mets, and the Washington Nationals could hold the key to taking control of the division.

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career. On deck, an Emmy Award.

I guess it’s from throwing, and I get work in that area a lot," Nola said of the injury. "I’m not really sure,” he said. “I’ve never had a stress fracture in my rib before."

Given the Phillies' relative depth in the rotation and the team's clear need for an outfield upgrade and extra bullpen arms, Abel could be an intriguing yet expendable trade chip for the organization. As a result, his latest start could be one of his last with the Phillies.

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The Philadelphia Phillies were linked to New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso, allowing Bryce Harper to move back to the outfield.