Phillies Lose Infielder Acquired in 2023 Trade to Free Agency
Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies lost infielder Rodolfo Castro to free agency. Castro, who joined the Phillies in a trade in 2023, played mainly in the minor leagues and decided to become a free agent after dealing with injuries. Despite not being called up to the major leagues, Castro had a strong season in Triple-A with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs.Key Facts
- Rodolfo Castro became a free agent on November 6.
- The Phillies acquired Castro in a 2023 trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- Castro played 14 games for the Phillies in 2023 before spending the next season in Triple-A.
- He struggled with injuries and was placed on the 60-day injured list twice.
- Castro played in 133 Triple-A games, hitting 19 home runs with 82 RBIs.
- Despite his good Triple-A performance, the Phillies did not call him up.
- Castro is 26 years old and has experience playing in 194 major league games.
- He is seen as a versatile player, making him a potential target for other teams.
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