Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies are considering a trade with the Chicago White Sox involving pitching prospect Jean Cabrera for catcher Korey Lee. This potential move is due to the Phillies losing pitcher Ranger Suárez to the Boston Red Sox and the uncertainty around re-signing catcher JT Realmuto. Lee could provide depth for the team, despite his struggles in major league play.
Key Facts
- The Phillies lost pitcher Ranger Suárez to the Boston Red Sox.
- The Phillies are seen as favorites to re-sign catcher JT Realmuto but may need alternatives.
- A proposed trade involves sending pitcher Jean Cabrera to the White Sox for catcher Korey Lee.
- Korey Lee has not performed as expected in major league baseball but could offer depth at catcher.
- The Phillies currently have Rafael Marchán and Garrett Stubbs as catchers, with others in their Triple-A team.
- The trade does not expect Lee to be a star but a backup option if Realmuto is not re-signed.
