Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies signed Óscar Mercado to a minor-league contract after Johan Rojas received an 80-game suspension for performance-enhancing drug use. Mercado, who has five years of Major League Baseball experience, will support the outfield, with rookie Justin Crawford and starters Brandon Marsh and Adolis García.
Key Facts
- Johan Rojas was suspended for 80 games due to performance-enhancing drug use.
- The Phillies signed Óscar Mercado to a minor-league contract.
- Mercado played last season in Triple-A for the Phillies, hitting 11 home runs in 115 games.
- Mercado has played parts of five seasons in the major leagues.
- The Phillies' outfield starters are Justin Crawford, Brandon Marsh, and Adolis García.
- Utility players Dylan Moore and Otto Kemp will be available as backup.
