That Balls Outta Here
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Austin Hays was the lone arbitration-eligible player the Phillies non-tendered at the deadline, agreeing to contracts with José Ruiz and Garrett Stubbs and tendering contracts to five others, including trade candidate Alec Bohm.
Michael Fisher|
Three Philadelphia Phillies appeared on NL MVP ballots this year. Superstar Bryce Harper placed sixth, Zack Wheeler finished 12th, and Kyle Schwarber finished 15th behind unanimous winner Shohei Ohtani.
Matt Dargan|
The Phillies non-tendered outfielder Austin Hays on Friday afternoon. The disappointing trade deadline acquisition didn't live up to expectations after landing on the IL multiple times and barely playing for the Phillies over the final two months.
Michael Fisher|
Multiple MLB executives and baseball insiders believe the Phillies could go after two-time Cy Young winner Blake Snell in free agency.
Michael Hennelly|
The Phillies will give top prospect Justin Crawford a chance to win the center field job in spring training next year, according to general manager Preston Mattingly. Even if he doesn't start the season on the team, he could be the center fielder in 2025.
Michael Fisher|
With so many players suiting up for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2024, here's a look at four more players who played for the team in 2024 that fans likely have already forgotten about.
Edward Eng|
MLB free agent Juan Soto is reportedly asking questions about development systems with the teams he is meeting with, especially the Yankees, who the Phillies have an immediate advantage over when it comes to farm systems.
Michael Fisher|
The Philadelphia Phillies have five former players in consideration for the Hall of Fame this year. Two members of the 2008 World Series team, Jimmy Rollins and Chase Utley face an uphill climb on the 2025 ballot that was just released.
Matt Dargan|
Phillies starter Cristopher Sánchez placed 10th in the 2024 Cy Young Award voting and will potentially earn more money in 2029 and 2030 due to contract incentives.
Matt Dargan|
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler finished second in the 2024 NL Cy Young Award behind Chris Sale. However, one voter gave Wheeler a highly questionable fourth-place vote behind Hunter Greene, who Wheeler led in every pitching category.
Matt Davis|
The White Sox have many teams willing to pay for a Garrett Crochet trade. Surprisingly, according to a recent report, the Phillies weren't one of the teams listed as a likely trade destination.
Matt Davis|
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler finished as the runner-up in the 2024 NL Cy Young Award race to the Braves' Chris Sale. It's the second time Wheeler has been snubbed after a dominant season when he lost in 2021.
Michael Fisher|
The Kansas City Royals have checked in on third baseman Alec Bohm, who's on the trade block as the Phillies look to shake up the roster this offseason.
Matt Davis|
Based on the latest predictions for his contract demands, the Philadelphia Phillies could and should already be out of the running for free agent third baseman Alex Bregman.
Edward Eng|
The Phillies have until the MLB non-tender deadline at 6 p.m. ET on Friday, Nov. 22, to decide which arbitration-eligible players will receive contracts for 2025. Some are sure to be tendered contracts, but a few are in danger of being non-tendered.
Michael Fisher|
Rumors have surfaced that the Phillies may trade Alec Bohm this offseason. Here are four other Phillies players who should be on the trade block: Taijuan Walker, José Alvarado, Brandon Marsh and Nick Castellanos.
Matt Grazel|
After adding three prospects to the 40-man roster on Tuesday, the Phillies opted not to add No. 21 prospect Griff McGarry, leaving him unprotected for the Rule 5 Draft in December.
Michael Fisher|
The Philadelphia Phillies added Mick Abel, Moisés Chace and Jean Cabrera to the 40-man roster on Tuesday, protecting the three prospects from the Rule 5 Draft at the MLB Winter Meetings next month.
Michael Fisher|
The Phillies plan on meeting with Juan Soto and are in the sweepstakes after all. They already have connections to Soto through former teammates Bryce Harper and Trea Turner and hitting coach Kevin Long, plus they're motivated to spend and win.
Michael Hennelly|
Philadelphia Phillies pitchers have won seven Cy Young Awards, but there have only been four winners in team history: Roy Halladay, Steve Bedrosian, John Denny and Steve Carlton, who won four.
Edward Eng|
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