The 2026 MLB All-Star break is over and it’s time to look ahead to the Phillies‘ second half. Can they win the NL East? How much can they accomplish by the August 3 trade deadline?

The Phillies had six participants in the All-Star Game which meant it was barely a break. Some bats are cold, some arms are tired and the upcoming schedule is grueling. What will these next few weeks teach us about the 2026 Phillies?

-Unusual schedule continues-Harper, Marsh and Bohm in a rough patch

-Mattingly’s handling of pitching

-Keller likely done for season-Revisiting Dombrowski’s offseason

-Remaining Strength of Schedule

-The Career Path Game

-A look back at the red carpet

-Baseball card power rankings