Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies are considering adding Génesis Cabrera, a seven-year veteran pitcher, to their roster due to a need for more left-handed pitchers. Cabrera signed a minor-league contract with them and is competing for a spot on the team. The Phillies want to strengthen their bullpen after previous struggles.
Key Facts
- The Phillies need to improve their bullpen, which performed inconsistently last season.
- The team is looking for more left-handed pitchers to join their bullpen.
- Génesis Cabrera, a veteran relief pitcher, is competing for a place on the Phillies' roster.
- Cabrera has played for four different teams in the past year.
- Cabrera had a strong performance in 2021-2024, with a 3.94 ERA in 240 appearances.
- Last season, Cabrera played with the Toronto Blue Jays, achieving a 3.59 ERA in 69 appearances.
- José Alvarado, another bullpen pitcher, missed significant time last season due to a suspension.
- The Phillies traded Matt Strahm, creating more opportunities for bullpen positions.