Philadelphia Phillies' manager Rob Thomson offered a clear response to a surprise potential change for star slugger Kyle Schwarber.

As the trade deadline looms, the Phillies are eyeing key moves to boost their offense and bullpen, including potential deals ...

They're Bagwell and Biggio, Canseco and McGwire, Bonds and Kent, maybe even Parker and Stargell. The club hoped Alec Bohm might develop in time to replace Schwarbs, but he hasn't.

During Boston's nine-game stretch after the All-Star break against top National League contenders, one slugger stood out above the rest. Philadelphia Phillies star Kyle Schwarber pumped long home runs ...