The Philadelphia Phillies have several non-roster invitees to spring training with a decent chance to make the Opening Day roster. While the Phillies have some top prospects as non-roster invitees, none will be on the initial 26-man roster. One such prospect is Andrew Painter, who will not appear in the majors until later this season. Justin Crawford might also appear in the … [Read more...] about Non-Roster Invitees Who Could Make Phillies Opening Day Roster
Phillies Working to Develop Homegrown Defensive Versatility
The Philadelphia Phillies are seeking to increase their defensive versatility. According to a report from Matt Gelb of The Athletic, the team is evaluating options in this area. Gelb notes that this is partly due to efforts from the team to reduce the workload for J.T. Realmuto behind the plate. Realmuto has caught at 110 games in eight of his 11 major league seasons. Two of … [Read more...] about Phillies Working to Develop Homegrown Defensive Versatility
Phillies Catcher Likely To Get Extension Due To Limited Depth
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto is viewed by Mark Feinsand of MLB.com as a top extension candidate as spring training begins. Realmuto is in a contract year in 2025. Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer reported that Realmuto is willing to sign a new contract. Realmuto, entering his age-34 season, is heading into his seventh season with the Phillies. Prior to … [Read more...] about Phillies Catcher Likely To Get Extension Due To Limited Depth
Jordan Romano Needs to Earn the Phillies’ Closer Role
Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jordan Romano should have to earn the closer role during spring training despite his pedigree. Romano signed a one-year deal with the Phillies this offseason. This came after the Toronto Blue Jays decided to non-tender him. This in part led to the Phillies not re-signing Jeff Hoffman or Carlos Estévez. Hoffman would sign with the Blue Jays, while … [Read more...] about Jordan Romano Needs to Earn the Phillies’ Closer Role
The Case for a Contract Extension for the Phillies Designated Hitter
Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber is entering the final year of his contract and deserves a contract extension. Schwarber recently expressed to Sports Talk Philly’s Kyle Odegard that he wants an extension. Before the 2022 season, he signed a four-year, $79 million deal with the team. Since joining, Schwarber has been one of the Phillies’ best free-agent … [Read more...] about The Case for a Contract Extension for the Phillies Designated Hitter