Cam Smith hits an RBI single in the 8th to give Astros 2-1 win over Phillies
Cam Smith hit an RBI single in the eighth inning to give the Houston Astros a 2-1 win over the Philadelphia PhilliesJUNE 26 • Associated Press
RAFAEL MARCHÁN
1 HR •
5 RBI •
.167 AVG
1 HR
5 RBI
.167 AVG
Doubles, scores run in win Marchan went 1-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Monday's 5-2 victory over the Marlins.
Impact Marchan's playing time has been scarce in 2025 -- he's appeared in only 19 games -- but he's been effective lately when called upon to fill in for J.T. Realmuto as Philadelphia's backup catcher. Over his last 26 plate appearances (10 games), the switch-hitting backstop is slashing .261/.346/.478 with one home run, two doubles, three RBI and four runs scored. With Realmuto healthy, however, Marchan doesn't have a clear pathway to consistent at-bats.
JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE
Paul Skenes dominated again without getting a win. This time, the Pirates ace didn't mind
Paul Skenes allowed one unearned run and two hits with seven strikeouts in 7 2/3 innings, but didn't pick up the win in a 2-1 victory for the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Philadelph...JUNE 8 • Associated Press
Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto leaves game after being hit in area of protective cup by foul tip
Phillies catcher JJUNE 5 • Associated Press
Alejandro Kirk has winning hit in ninth inning as Blue Jays beat Phillies 2-1
Alejandro Kirk drove in the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1JUNE 5 • Associated Press
Braves RHP AJ Smith-Shawver diagnosed with torn UCL, moved to 60-day injured list
The Atlanta Braves say rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver has a torn UCL in his pitching elbowMAY 30 • Associated Press
Homers in opener Marchan went 1-for-2 with a two-run homer, three total RBI and an additional run scored in the opening game of Thursday's doubleheader with Atlanta.
Impact Marchan opened the scoring Thursday with his first home run of the season, a two-run shot off AJ Smith-Shawver in the third inning. Marchan would later drive in what would prove to be the game-winning run in the eighth, when he was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded. The 26-year-old Marchan has seen limited playing time behind J.T. Realmuto this season. He's slashing just .152/.317/.242 with four runs scored and five RBI across 41 plate appearances.
MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE
Marchan, Sale shine in NL doubleheader split | Arkansas Democrat Gazette PHILADELPHIA -- Backup catcher Rafael Marchan hit a two-run home run, drove in the go-ahead run when he was hit by a pitch with the bases lo...
MAY 30 • ARKANSASONLINE.COM
Phillies Notebook: Rafael Marchan has his breakout game at a good time Bryce Harper misses both games of doubleheader after getting plunked near the elbow Tuesday night
MAY 30 • MCALL.COM
Deadspin | Rafael Marchan helps Phillies edge Braves to open doubleheader Deadspin | Rafael Marchan helps Phillies edge Braves to open doubleheader
MAY 29 • DEADSPIN.COM
Braves right-hander A.J. Smith-Shawver hurts elbow and manager Brian Snitker says doesn't look good
Atlanta rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver left a 5–4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in a doubleheader opener with a strained right elbow, appearing to say “pop” toward manage...MAY 29 • Associated Press
Rafael Marchan gets hit and hits the Phillies past the Braves Nick Castellanos also stars in series-winning victory
MAY 29 • MCALL.COM
Marchán leads Harper-less Phillies over Braves 5-4 in doubleheader opener for 23rd win in 29 games
Backup catcher Rafael Marchán hit a two-run homer, drove in the go-ahead run when he was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the eighth inning and caught two runners stealing,...MAY 29 • Associated Press
Getting rare start Thursday Marchan will start at catcher and bat ninth in Thursday's game against the Rockies.
Impact With top backstop J.T. Realmuto getting a breather for the day game after a night game, Marchan will pick up his 10th start of the season. So long as Realmuto stays healthy, he'll likely shoulder one of the heaviest workloads among No. 1 catchers, leaving few opportunities available for Marchan.
MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE
Getting rare start Thursday Marchan will start at catcher and bat ninth in Thursday's game against the Rockies.
Impact With top backstop J.T. Realmuto getting a breather for the day game after a night game, Marchan will pick up his 10th start of the season. So long as Realmuto stays healthy, he'll likely shoulder one of the heaviest workloads among No. 1 catchers, leaving few opportunities available for Marchan.
MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE
Phillies' Mick Abel stays under control in his major league debut, beats Pirates star Paul Skenes
Mick Abel stayed under control in his major league debutMAY 18 • Associated Press
Bryce Harper comes through at the right time as the Phillies snap the Cardinals winning streak
Bryce Harper's bloop single capped off a two-run rally in the seventh inning for the Phillies as they defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 in the first game of a doubleheaderMAY 14 • Associated Press
Sanoja has 5 RBIs as Marlins rally to beat Phillies 7-5 in 10 innings
Javier Sanoja hit his first major league home run, had five RBIs and the Miami Marlins rallied to defeat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-5 in 10 inningsAPRIL 20 • Associated Press
Drawing fourth start of season Marchan will start at catcher and bat eighth in Wednesday's game against the Giants, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.
Impact After winning the backup catcher job coming out of spring training, Marchan has predictably seen sparse use over the first three weeks of the season while top backstop J.T. Realmuto has maintained health. Marchan will pick up his fourth start of 2025 on Wednesday, with Realmuto getting a day off from catching and serving as the Phillies' designated hitter.
APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE
For Marchán, making Opening Day roster a long time coming NORTH PORT, Fla. -- Even though Rafael Marchan’s chances of making his first MLB team out of camp were all but written in stone heading into...
MARCH 20 • MLB.COM
Phillies option Garrett Stubbs, to start with Rafael Marchan as backup The Phillies optioned Garrett Stubbs to Triple A Thursday, giving the backup catching job to start the season to Rafael Marchan.
MARCH 20 • MCALL.COM
Meet the 2025 Philadelphia Phillies: C Rafael Marchán Meet the 2025 Philadelphia Phillies catcher Rafael Marchán.
MARCH 11 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM
Favorite for backup job Marchan is favored to win the Phillies' backup catcher job this spring, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.
Impact Marchan is a decent enough prospect on both sides of the ball who's been knocking on the door ever since 2020, when he appeared in three games and hit his first professional home run at any level. He hasn't done anything to force his way onto the roster, however, hitting .238/.328/.328 at the Triple-A level across parts of four seasons. The 25-year-old is now out of options, which could give him the leg up over career backup Garrett Stubbs, who offers little more than clubhouse leadership. With J.T. Realmuto now in his age-34 season and set to be a free agent, Marchan could be auditioning to be the catcher of the future this spring.
FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Optioned to Triple-A The Phillies optioned Marchan to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Saturday, Alex Coffey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Impact J.T. Realmuto (knee) was activated off the injured list Saturday, squeezing Marchan out of the major-league catcher group. The 25-year-old backstop owns a solid .894 OPS through 56 plate appearances with the Phillies, though he'll remain in the minors as long as Realmuto and Garrett Stubbs are both active.
JULY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Optioned to Triple-A The Phillies optioned Marchan to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Saturday, Alex Coffey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Impact J.T. Realmuto (knee) was activated from the injured list Saturday, squeezing Marchan off the big-league roster. The 25-year-old backstop owns a solid .894 OPS through 56 plate appearances with the Phillies, though he'll remain in the minors as long as Realmuto and Garrett Stubbs are both active.
JULY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
