Phillies Listed As Potential Suitors For 31-Year-Old Dodgers Reliever
Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies are considering improving their bullpen by potentially signing Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Evan Phillips, who is recovering from Tommy John surgery. The Phillies are exploring this option despite Phillips being unavailable for most of the next season due to his surgery.Key Facts
- The Phillies ranked in the bottom half of the league with a 4.25 ERA last season.
- They traded for Jhoan Duran, a 27-year-old closer, and have tendered him a contract for the next season.
- Evan Phillips, a Dodgers reliever, underwent Tommy John surgery in June.
- Tommy John surgery is a procedure that will likely keep Phillips off the field until after the All-Star break in 2026.
- Before his surgery, Phillips did not allow any runs in seven appearances.
- A one-year contract with an option for 2027 is suggested for Phillips.
- The Phillies are among the teams considering signing Phillips, hoping he can contribute during a potential playoff run.
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