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Late Reading Rally Downs Somerset for First Win of Season

Trent Farquhar Plates Go Ahead Run with Single in Ninth
April 8, 2025

BOX SCORE (Bridgewater, NJ) - The Reading Fightin Phils (1-3) overcame a late deficit to defeat the Somerset Patriots (1-3) 5-4 in their first road game of the season. The game was the first of the six-game series that will be played between the two teams. The Fightin Phils were

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(Bridgewater, NJ) - The Reading Fightin Phils (1-3) overcame a late deficit to defeat the Somerset Patriots (1-3) 5-4 in their first road game of the season. The game was the first of the six-game series that will be played between the two teams.

The Fightin Phils were off to a strong start thanks to a couple of strikeouts from starting pitcher Charles King followed by, in the bottom of the third, a double play with second baseman Trent Farquhar to shortstop Aidan Miller to first baseman Keaton Anthony which kept the score 0-0.

However, the Patriots were the first to strike in the bottom of the fifth inning with a home run from Garrett Martin making the score 1-0. The home run was quickly followed by a double from Alexander Vargas that scored Tyler Hardman, allowing the Patriots to extend their lead 2-0.

The Fightin Phils got a chance to respond in the top of the sixth when Elio Prado started off with a walk then stole second. After Aidan Miller grounded into a force out, Prado advanced to third and was able to run it in with a sac fly from Leandro Pineda bringing the score to 2-1.

The Patriots did not allow much time to pass before adding to their lead in the bottom of the sixth. Spencer Jones walked during his time at bat and then advanced to second off a single from Rafael Flores. A force out from Dylan Jasso, along with a throwing error from Reading’s Aidan Miller, brought Rafael Flores home. The Patriots then led 3-1.

Things did take a quiet turn up until the bottom of the eighth when Spencer Jones hit a home run, after a pitching change for Reading, that put the Patriots up 4-1.

A final push came from Reading in the top of the ninth that started with a double on a line drive to left field from Keaton Anthony. Following Anthony came two walks for Reading batters which loaded the bases. Paul McIntosh was next up to bat who walked and brought in Keaton Anthony, making it 4-2. A sac fly from Luis Verdugo scored Hendry Mendez allowing the Fightin Phils to close the gap even further, 4-3. Reading continued their scoring streak when Elio Prado grounded into a force out and, along with a throwing error from Alexander Vargas, brought home Caleb Ricketts which tied the game 4-4.

As the top of the ninth continued, an RBI single from Trent Farquhar scored Elio Prado and the Fightin Phils took the lead for the first time, 5-4. In the bottom of the ninth, two strikeouts from Andrew Walling helped close out the game and get the Fightin Phils their first win of the season.

The Fightin Phils return to the field on Wednesday at 6:35 p.m. against the Somerset Patriots. RHP Moises Chace will start for Reading, and he will go opposite RHP Bailey Dees for Somerset. A video stream for the game is available via MiLB TV or the Bally Live App.

Reading returns to FirstEnergy Stadium from Tuesday April 15, through Sunday, April 20, against the Binghamton Rumble Ponies. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are Unused Ticket Games, presented by Baseballtown Charities. On Friday, the first 1,000 kids receive an Andrew Painter bobblehead. Saturday will be the first fireworks show of the season, thanks to PA Virtual Charter School, Crime Alert Berks County and Penn Medicine Transplant Institute. The series ends Sunday when the first 1,500 kids get a Reading Hot Dogs Replica Jersey, presented by GT Church. Tickets are available and can be purchased at rphils.com/tickets, by calling 610-370-BALL or at the Customers Bank Ticket Office.

The 2025 R-Phils season is presented by Pepsi. Follow the Fightin Phils on Twitter @ReadingFightins, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram @Fightins.

Reading and Erie to Play Doubleheader Thursday May 29

Game One to Begin at 4:45; Both Games will be Seven Innings
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(Reading, PA) - Following Wednesday's rain out, the Reading Fightin Phils and Erie SeaWolves will play a doubleheader on Thursday, May 29, with game one beginning at 4:45 p.m. Both games will be seven innings, and game two will begin approximately 30 minutes following game one, but not before 6:45

Tonight’s Reading Fightin Phils game has been officially postponed due to rain.  

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Tonight’s Reading Fightin Phils game has been officially postponed due to rain. Those with regularly purchased tickets dated for May 28, 2025 may exchange their tickets for seating of equal or lesser value for any remaining 2025 R-Phils regular season home game, based on availability. Exchanges of tickets can be

Fightin Phils Ride Stellar Pitching to Shutout Victory over SeaWolves in Series Opener

Reading Earns First Shutout Win of Season
May 27, 2025

BOX SCORE (Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils (17-27) defeated the Erie SeaWolves (30-16) 1-0 Tuesday, taking the first of a six-game set. Reading’s pitching allowed just two hits — tying its least all season on April 9 — while recording its first shutout of the season. The SeaWolves

Reading Fightin Phils Welcome Erie SeaWolves to Town for Next Series

Here's a Look at This Upcoming Week in Baseballtwon
May 26, 2025

(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils, Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, return home to take on the Erie SeaWolves, Double-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. The six game series kicks off on Tuesday, May 27 at 11:00 a.m. and goes through Sunday, June 1. Tuesday, May 27 is

Ninth Inning Comeback Earns Series Finale Win for Fightin Phils

Robert Moore's Triple Secures Win
May 25, 2025

BOX SCORE (Portland, ME) - A 3-1 deficit in the ninth inning did not stop a late comeback for the Reading Fightin Phils (16-27) that earned them a 5-3 win in their series finale against the Portland Sea Dogs (24-18). In similar fashion to previous games in the series, the

Miller Extends Hit Streak to 10 Games as Reading Falls to Portland

Luke Russo Goes Five Innings in Second Double-A Start
May 24, 2025

BOX SCORE (Portland, ME) - The Reading Fightin Phils (15-27) fell to the Portland Sea Dogs (24-17) 4-1 during Saturday’s game in Delta Dental Park. The Portland Sea Dogs took the early lead in the bottom of the first inning. Zach Ehrhard walked, Max Ferguson singled and Blaze Jordan followed

Fightin Phils Blanked Friday Night in Portland

Aidan Miller Extends Hitting Streak to Nine Games
May 23, 2025

BOX SCORE (Portland, ME) - The Reading Fightin Phils (15-26) fell to the Portland Sea Dogs (23-17) 6-0 after a strong fifth inning by the Sea Dogs in game five of the series. Portland got themselves on the board first in the bottom of the first thanks to an RBI

Reading Falls to Portland in High Hitting Affair

Andrick Nava Has Three Hits and Two RBI
May 22, 2025

BOX SCORE (Portland, ME) - While the Reading Fightin Phils (15-25) out-hit the the Portland Sea Dogs (22-17) during the fourth game of the series, it was not enough as the Sea Dogs got themselves the win on Thursday afternoon, 6-3. The Portland Sea Dogs took the early lead in

Strong Pitching and Timely Hits lead Reading to Doubleheader Sweep over Portland

Gabe Mosser Dominates in Game One; Bullpen Combined to Silence Portland in Second Game
May 21, 2025

BOX SCORE GAME ONE BOX SCORE GAME TWO (Portland, ME) - Dominant pitching and timely hits propelled the Reading Fightin Phils (15-24) to a doubleheader sweep over the Portland Sea Dogs (21-17) on Wednesday night from Delta Dental Park. Game One It was another strong outing on the mound for

Reading Falls to Portland in Game One Despite Outhitting Sea Dogs

Anthony, Mendez and Pineda Stay Hot with Two Hits Each
May 20, 2025

BOX SCORE (Portland, ME) - A late rally wasn't enough for the Reading Fightin Phils (13-24), as they fell to the Portland Sea Dogs (21-15) 4-3 on Tuesday night at Delta Dental Park. Reading outhit Portland 9-3, but were unable to come away with the game-one victory. All the scoring

The Fightin Phils Earn First Series Win in Victory Over Fisher Cats

Seth Beer Hits Game Winning Home Run for First Reading Homer
May 18, 2025

BOX SCORE (Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils (13-23) grabbed their first series win of the season after taking down the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (16-22) 6-5 in the sixth game of this weeks' series. The first inning started in very similar fashion to the previous games in this

Reading Fightin Phils Achieve Highest Single Game Attendance Since 2018 Season

9,691 Fans Pack FirstEnergy Stadium on Saturday Night
May 17, 2025

(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils, Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, are excited to share that the official attendance of 9,691 fans on Saturday night is the largest single-game attendance at America's Classic Ballpark since the 2018 season. The last time a crowd larger than Saturday night's filled

Reading Winning Streak Snapped in Doubleheader Sweep

Josh Breaux Hits First Home Run of Season in Game Two
May 17, 2025

BOX SCORE GAME ONE BOX SCORE GAME TWO (Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils’ (12-23) win streak came to an end on Saturday night as the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (16-21) won both games of the doubleheader. The first game ended in a score 8-7 and the second came

Miller Homers and Moser Deals as Reading Wins Fourth Straight

Gabe Mosser Allows One Run over 6.2 Innings Pitched
May 16, 2025

BOX SCORE (Reading, PA) - The winning streak for Reading Fightin Phils (12-21) extended to four after their win over the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (14-21) 3-2. It was all Reading in the first inning. Aidan Miller doubled and Hendry Mendez followed with a two-run home run which put the

Reading Rallies for Third Straight Win in Walk Off Fashion

Cade Fergus and Paul McIntosh Each with Three Hits
May 15, 2025

BOX SCORE (Reading, PA) - It was a high-scoring affair as the Reading Fightin Phils (11-21) won it over the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (14-20) 11-10 in their second walk off win of the season. The Fightin Phils came out swinging in the bottom of the first. Trent Farquhar started

Late Rally Fuels Fightin Phils to Series Opening Victory

Bullpen Combines for 7.1 Shutout Innings
May 14, 2025

BOX SCORE (Reading, PA) - A late comeback by the Reading Fightin Phils (10-21) pushed them to victory over the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (15-18) 2-1 in the first game of the series. Yohendrick Pinango hit a lead-off home run on the first pitch to give the Fisher Cats the

Reading and New Hampshire to Play Doubleheader Saturday

Two Seven Inning Games to Begin at 4:45 PM
May 13, 2025

(Reading, PA) - Following Tuesday's rain out between Reading and New Hampshire, the game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Saturday, May 17, beginning at 4:45 p.m. Both games will be seven innings in length. Game two will begin approximately 30 minutes after game one, but

Today’s Reading Fightin Phils game has been officially postponed due to rain.  

May 13, 2025

Today’s Reading Fightin Phils game has been officially postponed due to rain. Those with regularly purchased tickets dated for May 13, 2025 may exchange their tickets for seating of equal or lesser value for any remaining 2025 R-Phils regular season home game, based on availability. Exchanges of tickets can be

Reading Fightin Phils Take on New Hampshire as Fisher Cats Come to Town

Here's a Look at This Week's Home Series
May 12, 2025

(Reading, PA)- The Reading Fightin Phils, Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, take on the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, for their first meeting of the 2025 season. Game one is set for Tuesday, May 13 at 12 p.m. and kicks off the six

Strong Days from Miller and Anthony Lead Reading to Sunday Win

Braeden Fausnaught Allows One Run over Five Innings
May 11, 2025

BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - It was a strong outing on the mound as the series between the Reading Fightin Phils (9-21) and the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (18-13) came to a close with the Figthin Phils taking the last game 3-2. The Rumble Ponies ended the series on top 3-2.

FirstEnergy Stadium Hosting BCIAA Baseball Semifinals Monday

First Game to Begin at 3:30 PM
May 10, 2025

(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils, and FirstEnergy Stadium, are excited to host the 2025 BCIAA Baseball Semifinals on Monday, May 12, beginning at 3:30 p.m. The semifinal matchups will showcase Governor Mifflin and Exeter, and the other matchup will be Wyomissing and Berks Catholic. Tickets to the game

Reading and Binghamton Split Doubleheader on Saturday

Fightin Phils Rally for Game One Win; Rumble Ponies Toss Perfect Game in Second Contest
May 10, 2025

BOX SCORE 1 BOX SCORE 2 (Binghamton, NY) - The Reading Fightin Phils (8-21) split Saturday's doubleheader to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (18-12) at Mirabito Stadium. Reading won the first game 7-5, thanks to home runs from Trent Farquhar and Hendry Mendez. In the second game, Binghamton tossed a perfect

Reading and Binghamton Cancelled Friday Night

Game will not be made up
May 9, 2025

(Binghamton, NY) - Friday night's game between the Reading Fightin Phils and Binghamton Rumble Ponies has been cancelled due to rain. The game will not be made up. The Fightin Phils return to the field on Saturday at 12 p.m. for a doubleheader against the Binghamton Rumble Ponies. A video

Cabrera and Moore's Strong Nights Overshadowed by Second Straight Walk Off Defeat

Jean Cabrera Strikes Out Eight Over Six Scoreless Innings
May 8, 2025

BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - Despite a strong start on both sides, the Reading Fightin Phils (7-20) fell to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (17-11), 6-5, in the second walk-off win for the Rumble Ponies of the series. Jean Cabrera’s strong start to the game gave Reading time to settle in

Binghamton Spoiles Anthony's Career Night with Walk Off Homer

Keaton Anthony Records Career High Four Hits and Five RBI
May 7, 2025

BOX SCORE (Binghamton, NY) - A two-out, three-run, home run from William Lugo lifted the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (16-11) to a 9-7 win over the Reading Fightin Phils (7-19) on Wednesday night at Mirabito Stadium. Reading entered the bottom of the ninth inning up by one run. Nelson Alvarez (L,