One ‘Desperate’ Team Tabbed as Trade Destination for Bryce Harper
Summary
Philadelphia Phillies president Dave Dombrowski said that Bryce Harper may no longer be an "elite" player. There is speculation that the Phillies might trade Harper, and the New York Yankees could be interested due to their current hitting struggles.Key Facts
- Dave Dombrowski, of the Philadelphia Phillies, said Bryce Harper may not be an "elite" player anymore.
- Speculation has risen that the Phillies might trade Harper.
- Harper is under a 13-year, $330 million contract with six years remaining.
- Harper had his lowest OPS since 2014, at .844.
- The New York Yankees may be interested in trading for Harper.
- The Yankees have had offensive struggles recently, ending their postseason run early.
- Harper would need to approve any trade due to a no-trade clause.
- The Yankees must manage existing large contracts, including those of Judge and pitchers Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon, to fit Harper's contract.
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