The Philadelphia Phillies have handed out some hefty contracts in the past and they added to their list of richest contracts by re-signing Kyle Schwarber this offseason.
The Phillies have had plenty of superstar players over the years. This most recent era of Phillies success, which has seen them make the postseason four straight years and reach the World Series in 2022, has come with some high price tags for veteran stars. Current Phillies managing partner John Middleton and the rest of the ownership group aren't afraid to spend money and make big splashes in the right places.
We have to give a special shout-out and honorable mention to current team ace Zack Wheeler, who just missed the cut after being bumped from the top five by Schwarber's new deal. Despite only being three years, Wheeler's $126 million contract extension makes him the highest-paid player by AAV currently on the Phillies roster.
Here are the five richest contracts that the Phillies have given out in franchise history, including Schwarber's new deal.
5 richest contracts in Phillies franchise history
5. Cole Hamels: $144 Million, July 25, 2012
The oldest deal on this list, Cole Hamels signed a six-year, $144 million extension in 2012, after helping lead the Phillies rotation through a dominant stretch that saw the team win its second World Series in 2008. The contract included a vesting option for 2019 that could have pushed the total value to $162 million. Hamels never made it there, however, as the Phillies traded the franchise icon in 2015.
Hollywood Hamels returned to retire as a Phillie in 2024, with a moving ceremony at Citizens Bank Park. He also just appeared on his first Baseball Hall of Fame ballot for the 2026 elections. He won't make it in his first year of eligibility but has a case to eventually reach Cooperstown.
4. Kyle Schwarber: $150 Million, Dec. 9, 2025
After the Phillies kept saying that re-signing Kyle Schwarber was their top priority all offseason, it wasn't a big surprise when they agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract during the Winter Meetings. The designated hitter has blossomed into one of the most feared power hitters in the game during his four seasons in red pinstripes.
He had a career year in 2025, hitting an NL-leading 56 home runs while driving in 132 runs to lead the majors. Even with his prowess at the plate, the Phillies value him just as much as a leader in the clubhouse and had no qualms about giving out the fourth-richest deal in team history.
3. Aaron Nola: $172 Million, Nov. 19, 2023
Career Phillie Aaron Nola tested free agency after the 2022 season, but it didn't take him long to re-sign in Philadelphia for seven years and $172 million. Nola was the Phillies' first-round pick (7th overall) in the 2014 Draft. Since debuting in 2015, he has a 109-89 record with a 3.83 ERA in 285 games.
Nola struggled in 2025, posting a 6.01 ERA in 17 starts while missing half the year with injuries. In an otherwise forgettable 2025 season, Nola passed legend Robin Roberts for the second-most strikeouts in Phillies franchise history.
Aaron Nola now has the second-most strikeouts in franchise history 🙌
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) September 26, 2025
Way to geaux, Nols! pic.twitter.com/2ocNK4ubR5
2. Trea Turner: $300 Million, Dec. 8, 2022
Shortly after the Phillies made their run to the 2022 World Series, they added shortstop Trea Turner on an 11-year, $300 million contract during the Winter Meetings. Bringing a combination of speed and power to the lineup, Turner struggled in his debut season in Philadelphia before "The Ovation" helped him turn the corner and he went on a tear fo finish 2023.
Turner just completed his third, and best, season with the Phillies in 2025. He won the NL batting title by hitting .304 and had an .812 OPS with 15 home runs, 69 RBIs, 94 runs scored and 36 stolen bases. He also had his best defensive season, posting career bests with 16 outs above average and +11 fielding run value.
1. Bryce Harper: $330 Million, Mar. 2, 2019
When Bryce Harper signed his 13-year, $330 million contract before the 2019 season, it was the richest contract in North American sports history. It still stands as the Phillies' largest contract ever. Famously, Harper didn't want opt-outs in his mega deal and will remain a Phillie through the 2031 season.
In his seven seasons with the Phillies, Harper has a .281 average with a .912 OPS, 179 home runs and 530 RBIs in 858 games. He won the NL MVP in 2021, has been a two-time All-Star, and won three Silver Sluggers. Now 33, Harper will be trying to put injury problems behind him in 2026 as he tries to lead the Phillies back to the World Series.