Nick Helber Promoted to Assistant Director of Groups
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils, Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, are excited to announce the promotion of Nick Helber to Assistant Director of Groups. Helber is entering his sixth season with the R-Phils after joining in 2019. He is a graduate of the University of Connecticut and
Sheila Contento to Lead Redner's Event Center Sales Team
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils, Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, are excited to announce multiple additions to its full-time staff, who will form the sales team for the brand new Redner's Event Center. Sheila Contento joins the Fightin Phils Front Office as the Executive Director of Redner's
Fightin Phils Announce Staff Promotions
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils, Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, are excited to announce promotions within their full-time staff.
Fightin Phils to Host Toys for Tots Sunday, November 5
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils and Classic Harley-Davidson are excited to partner for a Toys for Tots event at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, November 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will be the 17th annual Eastern PA Toy Run. Proceeds from the event will benefit the
Fightin Phils Announce Additions to Full Time Staff
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils, Double-A Affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, are excited to announce three additions to its full-time staff as the team begins preparations for the 2024 season. All three additions have previous experience with the Fightin Phils.
Beer Fest, Tent Sale and Battle of the Bands Set for October 21
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils will host their annual Tent Sale and Battle of the Bands, along with the final Beer Fest of 2023, on Saturday, October 21, from FirstEnergy Stadium. Battle of the Bands and the Tent Sale is scheduled from 1-4 p.m., with the Beer Fest
Fightin Phils Unveil 2024 Game Times
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils, in conjunction with Major League Baseball, have announced their home game times for the 2024 season. Additionally, Reading has announced their away schedule for 2024. Reading's home slate will begin Tuesday, April 9, against the Portland Sea Dogs (Red Sox) at 6:45 p.m.
Oliver Dunn and Carlos De La Cruz Named Eastern League All-Stars
(Reading, PA) - Oliver Dunn and Carlos De La Cruz, both members of the 2023 Reading Fightin Phils, were selected to the Eastern League All-Star team, announced by Minor League Baseball on Tuesday. Dunn spent the entirety of the season with Reading and hit a team-best .271, with 21 home
Five 2023 Fightin Phils to Participate in Arizona Fall League
(Reading, PA) - Five members of the 2023 Reading Fightin Phils were selected to play in the Arizona Fall League on Friday. Andrew Baker, Jordi Martinez, Dominic Pipkin, Oliver Dunn, and Matthew Kroon will play for the Scottsdale Scorpions next month in Arizona. Dunn earned an invitation after a stellar
Johan Rojas and Orion Kerkering Named 2023 Paul Owens Award Winners
(Reading, PA) - Johan Rojas and Orion Kerkering, both members of the 2023 Reading Fightin Phils, were named the 2023 Paul Owens Award winners by the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday. The award is annually given out to the Phillies' top minor league hitter and pitcher. Rojas entered the season on
Living Out a Dream: Nick Ward's 2023 in his Hometown Organization
(Reading, PA) - Nick Ward grew up about an hour outside of Reading, in Kennett Square. Growing up, he dreamed of one-day playing in the Phillies Organization. He frequented many Phillies games growing up, but never made the trip west on the turnpike to catch the Double- A R-Phils. The
R-Phils Seek Eager Applicants for Winter Internship
The Reading Fightin Phils, Class AA affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, are seeking hard working, goal-oriented and enthusiastic individuals for our 2024 internship program. Interns will handle day-to-day operational tasks and learn how the organization prepares for the upcoming season. The Internship program will provide a great opportunity for interns
Matt Osterberg Named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week
(Reading, PA) - Reading Fightin Phils pitcher Matt Osterberg was named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week, announced by Minor League Baseball on Monday. Osterberg was excellent on Thursday night at Binghamton. The lefty tossed seven-shutout innings, allowing just two hits and six strikeouts. Osterberg has been impressive down the
Fightin Phils Fall in Season Finale
BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - Three unanswered runs from the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (39-27, 74-61) gave them a 3-2 win over the Reading Fightin Phils (31-37, 59-77) to close out the 2023 regular season. Binghamton also clinched the series victory with the win, going 4-2 this week. Reading struck first
Bats Quiet as Reading Shutout in Season's Penultimate Contest
BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - The Reading Fightin Phils (31-36, 59-76) were shut out for the fifth time this season in a 6-0 loss to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (38-27, 73-61) on Saturday night. Binghamton now leads this week's six-game series three games to two. Binghamton struck first in the
Bullpen Dominant as Reading Wins Pitchers Duel 2-1
BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - Four shutout innings from the bullpen led the Reading Fightin Phils (31-35, 59-75) to a 2-1 victory over the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (37-27, 72-61) on Friday night. With the win, Reading evens this week's series at two. David Parkinson started for Reading and was strong
Reading Falls as Ponies Hit Walk Off in Ninth
BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - Down to their final out in the ninth, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (37-26, 72-60) walked off the Reading Fightin Phils (30-35, 58-75) 2-1 on a Rowdey Jordan game-winning double. With the win, Binghamton reclaims the series lead, 2-1, at the midway point of the week.
Abel and Kerkering Lead R-Phils to First Win of Series
BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - A three-run sixth inning was all the Reading Fightin Phils (30-34, 58-74) needed en route to a 3-1 victory over the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (36-26, 71-60) on Wednesday night. The win gave Reading its first win of this week's six-game series. Mick Abel (W, 5-5)
Fightin Phils Fall to Binghamton to Open Final Series of Season
BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - Strong hitting and pitching led the Binghamton Rumble Ponies 36-25, 71-59) to a series-opening 8-1 win over the Reading Fightin Phils (29-34, 57-74) on Tuesday night. Binghamton grabs the 1-0 series edge in Reading's final series of the season. The Rumble Ponies scored early and
Fightin Phils Fall in Last Home Game of Season
BOX SCORE (Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils (29-33, 57-73) fell to the Portland Sea Dogs (30-32, 70-61) in game one of the double header. Game two was canceled due to weather. Portland got off to a hot start in the top of the first. Young prospect Roman Anthony
Reading and Portland to Play Doubleheader Sunday
(Reading, PA) - Following Saturday night's suspension, the Reading Fightin Phils and Portland Sea Dogs will resume the game Sunday at 3:35 p.m. The game will be played to its nine-inning completion and the second game will be a seven-inning game. The second game will begin approximately 30 minutes after
Reading and Portland Postponed Saturday Night
Reading Fightin Phils. Saturday, September 9, 2023. Today’s Fightin Phils game has been officially postponed due to rain. Those with regularly purchased tickets dated for September 9, 2023 may exchange their tickets for seating of equal or lesser value for any remaining 2023 Fightin Phils regular season home game, based
Reading Fightin Phils Announce End of Season Awards
(Reading, PA) – As the 2023 home schedule winds down, the Reading Fightin Phils announced their end-of-season awards on Saturday night. The R-Phils are excited to recognize their many standouts from the 2023 season. This season’s awards are as follows.
Fightins and Sea Dogs Split Doubleheader Friday Night
BOX SCORE GAME ONE BOX SCORE GAME TWO (Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils (29-32, 57-72) split a doubleheader with the Portland Sea Dogs (29-32, 69-61) on Friday night. Reading now holds the 3-1 edge in this week's series. In game one, Reading beat Portland 5-2. The R-Phils got
Reading and Portland to Play Doubleheader Friday
(Reading, PA) - Following Thursday night's suspension, the Reading Fightin Phils and Portland Sea Dogs will resume the game Friday at 5:05 p.m. The game will be played to its nine-inning completion and the second game will be a seven-inning game. The second game will begin approximately 30 minutes after