Phillies-Rockies Game Set for Sunday Broadcast

How to watch and stream the NL matchup on Easter Sunday

Apr. 5, 2026 at 9:25am

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The Philadelphia Phillies will wrap up a three-game series against the Colorado Rockies on Easter Sunday, April 5 at Coors Field in Denver. Phillies manager Rob Thomson has emphasized that top pitching prospect Andrew Painter, making his long-awaited MLB debut, should just focus on 'being himself' on the mound.

Why it matters

This National League matchup between the Phillies and Rockies is an important early-season game for both teams as they look to establish themselves in the playoff race. Painter's debut is also highly anticipated, as the former first-round pick is considered one of the Phillies' top young talents.

The details

The Phillies-Rockies game on Sunday, April 5 will be broadcast nationally. Fans can watch the game on their local regional sports network or stream it online through various platforms.

  • The game is scheduled for Sunday, April 5, 2026.
  • First pitch is set for 1:10 PM local time (3:10 PM ET).

The players

Rob Thomson

Manager of the Philadelphia Phillies.

Andrew Painter

Top pitching prospect making his MLB debut for the Phillies.

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What they’re saying

“Andrew just needs to be himself on the mound. We're not asking him to do anything special, just go out there and compete like he always does.”

— Rob Thomson, Phillies Manager

What’s next

Fans will be eager to see how Painter performs in his MLB debut as the Phillies look to take the series against the Rockies.

The takeaway

This Phillies-Rockies matchup on Easter Sunday provides an exciting opportunity for the Phillies' top pitching prospect to make his long-awaited debut, as the team looks to build momentum early in the season.