Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies are facing changes as veteran outfielder Harrison Bader is expected to enter free agency. Bader played well after being traded to the Phillies, but he is likely to decline a $10 million option and seek a new contract elsewhere. The team must decide whether to try to re-sign him or let him go.
Key Facts
- The Phillies had a strong season record of 96-66 but lost to the Dodgers in the National League Championship Series.
- Harrison Bader, a 9-year MLB player, joined the Phillies midway through the season.
- Bader's batting average improved to .305 after joining the Phillies.
- He suffered a hamstring injury in the first game of the National League Division Series (NLDS).
- Bader has a $10 million mutual option to stay with the Phillies, which he is expected to decline.
- The team must decide if they will negotiate a new contract with Bader or let him enter free agency.
