The Phillies finished ninth in MLB for team home runs in 2025, but that ranking tells only part of the story. Kyle Schwarber absolutely mashed his way to 56 homers – just two shy of Ryan Howard’s franchise record 58 from 2006.
The problem? Schwarber carried the load almost entirely by himself.
Bryce Harper managed 27 home runs from first base, which isn’t bad but falls short of his usual power numbers. Max Kepler chipped in 18 long balls, but he’s now a free agent facing an 80-game suspension to start 2026 after testing positive for PEDs. That lack of depth behind Schwarber played a role in the team’s early NLDS exit.
So where’s the power coming from this season?
The 2026 Power Outlook
Matt Gelb of The Athletic predicts the Phillies should see more balanced power production this year. Citizens Bank Park remains as hitter-friendly as ever, and there are pieces in place for a more distributed attack.
Schwarber and Harper should both comfortably clear 20 homers again, with both having realistic shots at 30-plus. That’s your foundation right there.
But it’s the supporting cast that could make the difference. Trea Turner finished with 15 home runs last season – he’s right on the edge of that 20-homer threshold. Alec Bohm showed he can reach 20 when he did it in 2023, and there’s no reason he can’t get back there.
Then there’s J.T. Realmuto. The veteran catcher’s power numbers dipped, but catchers often see their offensive production fluctuate year to year. A bounce-back season from Realmuto would go a long way toward spreading out the lineup’s thump.
The NL East is shaping up as a slugfest once again. If the Phillies want that third straight division title, they can’t rely on Schwarber to be their only legitimate power threat. The pieces are there for a more balanced attack – now it’s about execution.
