Dodgers Non-Tender Former Closer, Who Becomes a Free Agent: Report
Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers decided not to offer a new contract to pitcher Evan Phillips by the non-tender deadline. Phillips, who had elbow surgery in 2025 and helped the Dodgers win the 2024 World Series, will now become a free agent.Key Facts
- The Dodgers did not tender a contract to Evan Phillips, making him a free agent.
- Ken Rosenthal from The Athletic reported this decision.
- Phillips had elbow surgery in June 2025, which ended his season early.
- Before his injury, Phillips made seven scoreless appearances in 2025.
- He was projected to earn $6.1 million in arbitration, but his health might keep him sidelined until 2027.
- Phillips saved 24 games in 2023 and 18 games in 2024 for the Dodgers.
- The Dodgers struggled to hold leads late in games after Phillips' injury.
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