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Phillies release pitcher Colin Peluse during Blue Jays series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 4:27 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Phillies release pitcher Colin Peluse during Blue Jays series

Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies released 28-year-old pitcher Colin Peluse amid their ongoing series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Peluse, who spent this season with Double-A Reading, did not appear in a Major League game for the Phillies and had a 7.58 ERA in 23 games this year. Following his release, Peluse will continue with the organization as a pitching coach in their player-development system. The Phillies are currently playing the second game of the series after a 5-4 loss in the opener.

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By the Numbers

•Colin Peluse was released after a challenging season in the minors.
•He has yet to make his MLB debut since being drafted in 2019.
•The Phillies hold a 62-55 record, positioning them second in the NL East.
•The team will face the St. Louis Cardinals following the Blue Jays series.

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4:27 AMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia Phillies Release 28-Year-Old Pitcher During Blue Jays Series

What they're saying

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On Saturday, the Philadelphia Phillies are playing the second game of their series with the Toronto Blue Jays (at home).They are coming off a 5-4 loss on Friday.Philadelphia Phillies Release 28-Year-Old PitcherUPDATE: Ty Daubert of Phillies Nation added more details.He wrote: “Colin Peluse, a pitcher who spent this season at Double-A Reading, has been released […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Release 28-Year-Old Pitcher During Blue Jays Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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