<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-philadelphia-alex-bregman-interest-alec-bohm-twist');   ga('set', 'title', 'Phillies rumors: Philadelphia’s potential Alex Bregman interest comes with Alec Bohm twist');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Alex-Bregman-in-dugout-during-2025-season.jpg"><figcaption>Eric Hartline-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Phillies rumors: Philadelphia’s potential Alex Bregman interest comes with Alec Bohm twist</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-17T13:14:08-08:00">December 17th, 1:14pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-17T13:14:08-08:00">December 17th, 1:14pm</time><address><a href="https://www.facebook.com/joey.mistretta/" rel="facebook">Joey Mistretta</a>Joey Mistretta is a Dallas Mavericks beat reporter, Dallas Wings beat reporter and lead MLB editor for ClutchPoints. He is originally from Lake Arrowhead, California. Mistretta graduated from Biola University with a degree in broadcast journalism.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Philadelphia Phillies are seemingly content for the most part with their current roster. The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-philadelphia-likely-done-outfield-additions-dave-dombrowski">Phillies aren’t looking to acquire any further outfield help</a> and their pitching is now especially intriguing with the recent <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-philadelphia-adds-brad-keller-22-million-contract-breakout-season-with-cubs">signing of Brad Keller</a>. However, Philadelphia <a href="https://x.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/2001363011882414433" rel="noopener">could still look to sign</a> third baseman Alex Bregman — depending on whether or not Alec Bohm emerges as a trade candidate.</p><p>“I think the Bohm thing will be the X-factor,” MLB insider Bob Nightengale of USA Today said during a recent appearance on Foul Territory. “I could see them moving Bohm, then if they want they could jump in on Bregman.”</p><p>If the season began today, Bohm would be the Phillies’ starting third baseman. The 29-year-old only has one season of team control remaining, however, meaning Philadelphia may look to trade him soon. Otherwise, Bohm could walk in free agency next offseason.</p><p>Perhaps the idea of a contract extension would entice the Phillies. Although Bohm was an All-Star in 2024, he has been inconsistent at times throughout his career. The Phillies may prefer to give the big contract to a proven and more consistent veteran such as Bregman. Of course, that is only speculation, and Bohm is still on track to start at third base for Philadelphia in 2026 as of this story’s writing.</p><p>If Bohm isn’t moved, a Phillies’ Bregman pursuit appears unlikely to occur. Nightengale’s “X-factor” claim about Bohm seems to be correct.</p><p>Bregman is one of the most discussed players still remaining in free agency. He spent 2025 with the Boston Red Sox, and a reunion could certainly come to fruition. The Chicago Cubs are also a possible destination, while the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/boston-red-sox/diamondbacks-rumors-arizona-a-surprise-entrant-in-alex-bregman-sweepstakes">Arizona Diamondbacks were recently mentioned as a potential suitor</a>.</p><p>The Phillies will be a team worth monitoring in the Alex Bregman free agency sweepstakes, though.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies rumors: Philadelphia’s potential Alex Bregman interest comes with Alec Bohm twist

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-philadelphia-adds-brad-keller-22-million-contract-breakout-season-with-cubs');   ga('set', 'title', 'Phillies add Brad Keller on $22 million contract after breakout season with Cubs');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Cubs-Brad-Keller-after-closing-the-game-against-the-Brewers.jpg"><figcaption>Matt Marton-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Phillies add Brad Keller on $22 million contract after breakout season with Cubs</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-17T09:19:57-08:00">December 17th, 9:19am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-17T09:19:57-08:00">December 17th, 9:19am</time><address><a>Jackson Stone</a>Jackson Stone is a Mercer University alum from Atlanta who graduated with a BA in communications. A lifelong sports lover, Jackson is a die-hard fan of all Atlanta teams. He joined ClutchPoints in 2023.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>It’s been a busy offseason so far <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-philadelphia-likely-done-outfield-additions-dave-dombrowski">for the Philadelphia Phillies</a>, who are looking to regroup after their playoff loss against the eventual World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in October. Recently, the Phillies got some good news when it was announced that star <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-first-post-contract">Kyle Schwarber would be returning</a> to the team on a mammoth contract, and on Wednesday, the team made <a href="https://x.com/JesseRogersESPN/status/2001331574999318847" rel="noopener">another big move</a> to help them out in the pitching department.</p><p>“Free agent pitcher Brad Keller is in agreement with the Phillies on a 2-year deal, sources tell ESPN,” reported Jesse Rogers of ESPN on X, formerly Twitter, also noting that FanSided MLB insider Robert Murray was the first person to report that a deal was near. “It’s pending a physical.”</p><p>Keller has been with several organizations throughout his tenure in the MLB, including the Kansas City Royals, the Boston Red Sox, the Chicago White Sox, and most recently, the Chicago Cubs.</p><p>Keller had his best season last year with Chicago, which certainly helped raise the price for him in this free agency period.</p><p>Meanwhile, the Phillies can certainly use the help in the reliever department, which did not exactly pass with flying colors in their series against the Dodgers in the fall.</p><p>Overall, Philadelphia is still knocking on the door of true World Series contention after being eliminated in the NDLS in each of the last two postseasons, and they will hope that signings like Keller will help vault them closer to that goal.</p><p>In any case, the Phillies will open up spring training in February.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies add Brad Keller on $22 million contract after breakout season with Cubs

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-philadelphia-likely-done-outfield-additions-dave-dombrowski');   ga('set', 'title', 'Phillies likely done making outfield additions, Dave Dombrowski says');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Dave-Dombrowski.jpg"><figcaption>Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Phillies likely done making outfield additions, Dave Dombrowski says</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-16T11:07:07-08:00">December 16th, 11:07am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-16T11:23:12-08:00">December 16th, 11:23am</time><address><a>Dan Fappiano</a>Dan Fappiano is a Connecticut-based sports journalist with over five years of professional experience. After graduating from Central Connecticut State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism, he has covered every sport from fencing to football in the online and print medium. Dan hopes to see his beloved Bears win a Super Bowl someday.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-adolis-garcia-philadelphia-10-million-contract">Philadelphia Phillies added a big bat to their lineup in Adolis Garcia</a>. But after his $10 million agreement, don’t expect many more outfielders coming to Philadelphia.</p><p>Things can always change if the perfect opportunity arises. But as president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski sees it, the Phillies’ outfield <a href="https://x.com/BNightengale/status/2000976208478282201" rel="noopener">is in place</a>, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today.</p><p>“The Phillies outfield is ‘pretty much set’ after Adolis Garcia signing, Phillies president of baseball ops Dave Dombrowski says,” Nightengale wrote.</p><p>Philadelphia is set to have Brandon Marsh in left field, former top prospect Justin Crawford in center and Adolis Garcia in right field. The only question remaining is <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-adolis-garcia-signing-nick-castellanos-gone">what happens to Nick Castellanos</a>. Set to earn $20 million in the last year of his contract, Castellanos will continue to be the focus of trade rumors until a resolution is reached.</p><p>Garcia will be coming to the Phillies after spending the last six years with the Texas Rangers. Over 745 games, he hit .237 with 141 home runs, 459 RBIs and 74 stolen bases. He was named an All-Star twice and won a World Series with the Rangers.</p><p>However, he is coming off of a down season for his standards, hitting .227 with 19 home runs, 75 RBIs and 13 stolen bases. As the Rangers re-arrange their organization, they decided it was time to move on from Garcia.</p><p>The Phillies won’t be complaining, as they have found their new right fielder. While 2025 might have been down, Garcia hit at least 25 home runs and 85 RBIs every year from 2021-2024. If Philadelphia can unlock that power, then the outfielder will be a steal at $10 million.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies likely done making outfield additions, Dave Dombrowski says

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-adolis-garcia-signing-nick-castellanos-gone');   ga('set', 'title', 'Phillies rumors: Adolis Garcia signing means Nick Castellanos ‘will be gone’');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Nick-Castellanos.jpg"><figcaption>Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Phillies rumors: Adolis Garcia signing means Nick Castellanos ‘will be gone’</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-15T09:45:04-08:00">December 15th, 9:45am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-15T09:45:04-08:00">December 15th, 9:45am</time><address><a>Dan Fappiano</a>Dan Fappiano is a Connecticut-based sports journalist with over five years of professional experience. After graduating from Central Connecticut State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism, he has covered every sport from fencing to football in the online and print medium. Dan hopes to see his beloved Bears win a Super Bowl someday.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>After <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-first-post-contract">signing Kyle Schwarber to a $150 million contract</a>, the Philadelphia Phillies made another splash by <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-adolis-garcia-philadelphia-10-million-contract">adding outfielder Adolis Garcia on a $10 million deal</a>. But with addition must come subtraction.</p><p>The future of Nick Castellanos in Philadelphia is looking grim. With Garcia now in town, Castellanos <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/2000613262447264180" rel="noopener">isn’t expected to open the year</a> with the Phillies, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post.</p><p>“Nick Castellanos will be gone one way or another from Philly. $20M to go for 2026,” Heyman wrote. “You’d think some team would pay some small fraction of it, but in any case, he’s been replaced. Adolis is the new RF. $10M for Adolis fwiw.”</p><p>Castellanos is set to hit free agency after the 2026 season. It’s fair to wonder exactly what the Phillies would get in a trade for a potential rental. However, $20 million is a steep price to pay for a player who may not see everyday at-bats.</p><p>The outfielder has spent the last four seasons with Philadelphia, being named an All-Star in 2023. Over 602 games total, Castellanos hit .260 with 82 home runs and 326 RBIs. His numbers did drop in 2025, hitting .250 with 17 home runs and 72 RBIs. The Phillies now seem more comfortable having Garcia patrol right field.</p><p>There should still be plenty of suitors in trade talks. The number of interested teams will go up if the Phillies are willing to eat some of Castellanos’ contract. But he is still a two-time All-Star and former Silver Slugger. He has a spot in someone’s lineup. It just doesn’t look like it’ll be Philadelphia’s.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies rumors: Adolis Garcia signing means Nick Castellanos ‘will be gone’

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-adolis-garcia-philadelphia-10-million-contract');   ga('set', 'title', 'Adolis Garcia joining Phillies on $10 million contract');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Adolis-Garcia-with-TX-Rangers.jpg"><figcaption> Ken Blaze-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Adolis Garcia joining Phillies on $10 million contract</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-15T08:40:20-08:00">December 15th, 8:40am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-15T08:48:31-08:00">December 15th, 8:48am</time><address><a>Christopher Hennessy</a>Christopher Hennessy is a Senior Editor at ClutchPoints, with expertise in MLB, NHL and golf. Chris graduated with a journalism degree from Fordham University in 2022. He has also worked at Spectrum News One in Albany, New York and with The Hockey Writers as a New York Islanders writer. Chris is originally from Connecticut and is a lifelong New York Yankees, Islanders, and Jets fan.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Philadelphia Phillies have made one of the biggest splashes of MLB free agency already. They brought back <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-first-post-contract">designated hitter Kyle Schwarber on a five-year, $150 million deal</a>. And now, they are bringing in a low-price gamble that could pay off in a big way. The Phillies <a href="https://x.com/francysromeroFR/status/2000602986800988274" rel="noopener">have signed</a> Adolis Garcia to a one-year, $10 million contract, per Francys Romero.</p><p>“BREAKING: Cuban OF Adolis García and the Philadelphia Phillies are finalizing a one-year, $10 million contract, pending a physical, per sources, Romero reported.</p><p>Garcia was the 2023 ALCS MVP with the Texas Rangers in what was his career highlight. After winning that World Series, Texas has missed the playoffs in consecutive seasons. In an effort to change things up, Texas non-tendered Garcia and catcher Jonah Heim. Now, Garcia heads to a Phillies team with playoff expectations.</p><p>Garcia had a great 2023 regular season, with a 4.5 bWAR and an .836 OPS. In the seven-game ALCS against the Houston Astros, he put up ten hits, knocked in 15 RBI, hit five homers, and compiled a ridiculous 1.293 OPS. While he has not recreated that magic since, he had a decent season last year, with 19 homers and 75 RBI.</p><p>This move points to a<a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-club-begging-castellanos-trade-offseason"> trade of Nick Castellanos coming soon for the Phillies</a>. Garcia is not a centerfielder, meaning he cannot fill the hole left by Harrison Bader. Castellanos has $20 million left on the last year of his contract. Saving that $10 million without giving up any future flexibility would be huge for the Phillies. But someone has to take Castellanos, which may not be easy to do.</p><p>The Phillies were in desperate need of a shakeup after another disastrous ending in the NLDS. While Garcia may not move the needle now, it is the kind of move that can pay off in October. What else is coming for the Phillies before spring training?</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Adolis Garcia joining Phillies on $10 million contract

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-philadelphia-white-sox-veteran');   ga('set', 'title', 'Phillies sign ex-White Sox veteran RHP');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Sep-2-2025-Minneapolis-Minnesota-USA-Chicago-White-Sox-relief-pitcher-Bryse-Wilson-46-delivers-a-pitch-against-the-Minnesota-Twins-in-the-ninth-inning-at-Target-Field.jpg"><figcaption>Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Phillies sign ex-White Sox veteran RHP</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-12T16:31:46-08:00">December 12th, 4:31pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-12T16:31:46-08:00">December 12th, 4:31pm</time><address><a>Zachary Draves</a>Zachary Draves is a sportswriter and broadcaster based in the Quad Cities of Illinois and Iowa. Zachary covers a variety of different sports as well as sports history, sport and society, and sport and culture. He is also a professor of sociology.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Chicago White Sox</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>During a week in which the Philadelphia Phillies <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-first-post-contract" rel="noopener">signed Kyle Schwarber to a $150 million contract</a>, they concluded the week by bolstering their pitching. On Friday, the Phillies <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/1999609767816499548" rel="noopener">snatched up the services</a> of former Chicago White Sox pitcher Bryse Wilson, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post Sports. </p><p>In 2024, Wilson <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/chicago-white-sox/white-sox-news-chicago-signs-veteran-pitcher-compete-starting-rotation-spot" rel="noopener">signed with the White Sox</a> after pitching for the Atlanta Braves, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Milwaukee Brewers. During his first season in Chicago, Wilson pitched 20 games and went 0-2 with a 6.66 ERA. </p><p>He has an overall record of 20-23 with a 4.82 ERA. His best season came in 2023 with the Brewers, in which he went 6-0 with a 2.58 ERA and three saves. Last year, the White Sox finished with a 60-102 record and in last place in the AL Central.</p><p>Meanwhile, the Phillies finished with a 96-66 record and <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-bryce-harper-demand-winning-nl-east" rel="noopener">won the NL East Division Title</a>. Ultimately, they <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-most-to-blame-for-nlds-loss-to-dodgers" rel="noopener">lost to the eventual champion Los Angeles Dodgers</a> in the NLDS, four games to one. </p><p>Wilson brings postseason experience to Philadelphia. In 2020, he was with the Atlanta Braves during the NLCS against the Dodgers. During Game 4, he pitched six innings, struck out five, and gave up one run in a 10-2 Braves victory. The next year, the Braves won the World Series after Wilson was traded to Pittsburgh. </p><h2><b>Bryse Wilson brings depth and versatility to the Phillies’ bullpen</b>.</h2><p>In addition to his playoff pedigree, Wilson brings some additional attributes to Philly. He brings a veteran presence that is highly beneficial to the Philadelphia bullpen, especially given their blend of pitchers from youngsters to veterans. </p><p>Plus, Wilson can be called upon to be a spot starter if needed, which is something that Philadelphia often likes to utilize when necessary.  He can also be brought on to pitch multiple innings in relief. </p><p>Also, Wilson will be able to rejoin a contending team, an added bonus from a morale standpoint. </p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies sign ex-White Sox veteran RHP

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-club-begging-castellanos-trade-offseason');   ga('set', 'title', 'Phillies rumors: Philadelphia ‘begging’ for Nick Castellanos trade');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/What-Nick-Castellanos-would-change-about-MLB.jpg"></figure><h1>Phillies rumors: Philadelphia ‘begging’ for Nick Castellanos trade</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-11T15:08:02-08:00">December 11th, 3:08pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-11T15:08:02-08:00">December 11th, 3:08pm</time><address><a>Josh Davis</a>Josh Davis is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints with a focus on MLB. As the founder and creator of OutOfSightSports, Josh spearheads the development and expansion of an engaging social media platform, with a core focus on Twitter/X. A passionate sports writer, Josh is dedicated to delivering compelling content that connects fans and fuels vibrant sports conversations. His vision is to craft stories so vivid that fans feel like they’re standing at the plate or on the field.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Philadelphia Phillies remain at the center of growing trade rumors as the club works to <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-nick-castellanos-trade-position-change">move veteran outfielder Nick Castellanos</a>. Early in the process, the Phillies raised concerns related to Castellanos’s contract, challenges in the MLB outfield market, and the push toward a broader roster overhaul. These key issues shape how front offices assess his value and have set the tone for a complex path forward.</p><p>Interest has remained low across the league. Teams have been hesitant because of his 2026 salary and a sharp decline in performance, which produced a career-worst bWAR and weak fielding metrics. These factors have left the Phillies front office with little leverage, and many executives now expect a release if no deal materializes. In an article by The Athletic’s Jim Bowden, the state of negotiations and how front offices perceive the growing urgency <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6882669/2025/12/11/mlb-winter-meetings-takeaways-pete-alonso-tarik-skubal-freddy-peralta/" rel="noopener">were explained</a>.</p><p>“The Rangers are listening on Corey Seager, the Diamondbacks on Ketel Marte, and the Phillies are begging someone to take Nick Castellanos.”</p><p>This situation has heightened the pressure on the club’s 2026 plans. The front office aims to clear space in right field to create an opportunity for top prospect Justin Crawford. However, a combination of age, contract size, and recent performance has made potential trade partners hesitant, even with the club willing to absorb a substantial portion of the remaining salary. This combination of factors has slowed negotiations across the MLB outfield market and increased the likelihood of a complete separation.</p><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-jt-realmuto-contract-offer">Phillies’ roster strategy</a> also plays a role. The club seeks greater range and depth, emphasizing defensive efficiency and roster flexibility, and a transition at this position is part of that broader plan. Castellanos has stated that he is open to a move, including a potential switch to first base. For now, the Phillies await a market that has yet to move, carefully monitoring trade activity and potential openings across the league.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies rumors: Philadelphia ‘begging’ for Nick Castellanos trade

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-jt-realmuto-contract-offer');   ga('set', 'title', 'Phillies rumors: Writer suggests Philadelphia has made JT Realmuto ‘2-year offer’');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Writer-suggests-Philadelphia-has-made-JT-Realmuto-2-year-offer.jpg"><figcaption>Kyle Ross-Imagn Images.</figcaption></figure><h1>Phillies rumors: Writer suggests Philadelphia has made JT Realmuto ‘2-year offer’</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-11T13:48:33-08:00">December 11th, 1:48pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-11T15:13:42-08:00">December 11th, 3:13pm</time><address><a>Josh Davis</a>Josh Davis is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints with a focus on MLB. As the founder and creator of OutOfSightSports, Josh spearheads the development and expansion of an engaging social media platform, with a core focus on Twitter/X. A passionate sports writer, Josh is dedicated to delivering compelling content that connects fans and fuels vibrant sports conversations. His vision is to craft stories so vivid that fans feel like they’re standing at the plate or on the field.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Philadelphia Phillies are once again at the center of MLB offseason attention, with new reports suggesting that the club has extended a contract offer to <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-realmuto-suarez-schwarber-reunion">veteran catcher JT Realmuto</a>. PHLY Sports’ Jim Salisbury revealed that the organization has already presented the offer, which is believed to span two years, signaling the team’s intent to retain one of its core leaders.</p><p>In a segment shared to X, formerly Twitter, by the Foul Territory Network, Salisbury <a href="https://x.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/1999200009430929603?s=20" rel="noopener">discussed</a> the Phillies offseason approach to their veteran catcher and the parameters of the offer.</p><p>“They have an offer out to JT Realmuto. I believe it’s probably a two-year offer.”</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">"They have an offer out to JT Realmuto. I believe it's probably a two-year offer."<a href="https://twitter.com/JimSalisbury215?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JimSalisbury215</a> says there's merit to the Phillies running it back with both Kyle Schwarber and JT Realmuto. <a href="https://t.co/FwywznZ6HC">pic.twitter.com/FwywznZ6HC</a></p><p>— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/FoulTerritoryTV/status/1999200009430929603?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 11, 2025</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>According to Salisbury, while the team has made its move, the 34-year-old is seeking a longer-term deal. Despite the gap, the insider expressed confidence that both sides could find common ground, suggesting Philadelphia wants to keep the veteran as part of its ongoing strategy.</p><p>The organization’s offseason blueprint centers on retaining its established stars. While Realmuto remains a contract priority, Kyle Schwarber was previously viewed as a top offseason concern—until he re-signed on a five-year, $150 million deal securing him through 2030. Salisbury emphasized Schwarber’s importance both as a hitter and as a clubhouse leader. He also highlighted Realmuto’s unique defensive value behind the plate, where he manages one of the National League’s top pitching rotations.</p><p>Many fans have expressed frustration with the organization’s decision to maintain its current roster structure, especially after the Phillies’ early exit from the 2025 postseason. Despite entering the playoffs as the National League’s No. 2 seed and earning a first-round bye, the team managed to win only one game in the NLDS before being eliminated by the Los Angeles Dodgers. In light of these consecutive postseason disappointments, some have called for more aggressive roster changes. Nevertheless, Salisbury argues that the team’s core remains championship-caliber—provided it can execute in October.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-charity-contract">For the Phillies</a>, the coming weeks will determine whether their catcher remains in red pinstripes. If an agreement is reached, the team’s main offseason objective may already be complete—leaving only minor roster moves ahead of spring training.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies rumors: Writer suggests Philadelphia has made JT Realmuto ‘2-year offer’

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Realmuto, Ranger Suarez after Kyle Schwarber reunion?</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-11T10:59:40-08:00">December 11th, 10:59am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-11T10:59:40-08:00">December 11th, 10:59am</time><address><a>Josh Davis</a>Josh Davis is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints with a focus on MLB. As the founder and creator of OutOfSightSports, Josh spearheads the development and expansion of an engaging social media platform, with a core focus on Twitter/X. A passionate sports writer, Josh is dedicated to delivering compelling content that connects fans and fuels vibrant sports conversations. His vision is to craft stories so vivid that fans feel like they’re standing at the plate or on the field.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Following a headline-making reunion with <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-charity-contract">designated hitter Kyle Schwarber</a>, the Philadelphia Phillies now face a serious financial dilemma. His five-year, $150 million deal tightens their budget, leaving the team to choose between two core pieces — J.T. Realmuto and Ranger Suarez — as it works to balance payroll and postseason ambitions.</p><p>The massive investment secures one of baseball’s top power bats but sharply limits room for additional major moves. The financial squeeze has fueled intense Phillies offseason rumors about which star will stay and who will go.</p><p>On MLB Network, The Athletic’s Matt Gelb broke down why Realmuto appears to be the more realistic resigning option. MLB Network posted the segment to its X (formerly known as Twitter) account, describing the team’s <a href="https://x.com/MLBNetwork/status/1999159995909218706" rel="noopener">current outlook</a> before playing Gelb’s explanation.</p><p>“Will the Phillies look to retain Ranger Suárez and J.T. Realmuto after bringing back Kyle Schwarber?</p><p>@MattGelb explains why Realmuto is a much more likely option for Philadelphia.”</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Will the Phillies look to retain Ranger Suárez and J.T. Realmuto after bringing back Kyle Schwarber?<a href="https://twitter.com/MattGelb?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MattGelb</a> explains why Realmuto is a much more likely option for Philadelphia. <a href="https://t.co/wCCZv4Wvif">pic.twitter.com/wCCZv4Wvif</a></p><p>— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLBNetwork/status/1999159995909218706?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 11, 2025</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>Gelb explained on air that the veteran catcher’s short-term value fits the club’s competitive window, while Suarez’s market price might be out of reach.</p><p>“I don’t think the Phillies will be resigning him. The Phillies have committed quite a bit of resources in their rotation with Aaron Nola, Zack Wheeler, Cristopher Sánchez, Jesús Luzardo, Andrew Painter, their top prospect who they really expect to figure in at 2026. So the money that Suárez is going to get probably not a match for the Phillies right now and that’s a shame because Ranger Suárez has a great story. I mean he came out of nowhere, you know really became one of the better October performers during this run for the Phillies. And it’s also why they’re really prioritizing J.T. Realmuto.”</p><p>With limited space under the luxury tax, the <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-makes-150-million-guarantee">Phillies</a> seem poised to prioritize the veteran catcher while accepting that Suarez may price himself out of reach. As talks progress, the Phillies must steady their core before the rotation absorbs the impact of his expected departure.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies rumors: Will Philadelphia re-sign J.T. Realmuto, Ranger Suarez after Kyle Schwarber reunion?

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As the founder and creator of OutOfSightSports, Josh spearheads the development and expansion of an engaging social media platform, with a core focus on Twitter/X. A passionate sports writer, Josh is dedicated to delivering compelling content that connects fans and fuels vibrant sports conversations. His vision is to craft stories so vivid that fans feel like they’re standing at the plate or on the field.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Philadelphia Phillies dominated headlines once again on Sunday afternoon as the club <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/kyle-schwarber-phillies-contract-grades-150-million-deal">finalized a contract agreement with Kyle Schwarber</a>—a move that instantly became one of the most talked-about stories of the 2025 MLB offseason. The announcement sent shockwaves through baseball circles, as few players have embodied the Phillies’ recent resurgence quite like Schwarber. Buzz surrounding the extension only intensified when the veteran slugger broke his silence with an update immediately drawing widespread reaction from fans, teammates, and analysts across the league.</p><p>Fresh off an MVP-caliber 2025 season that featured a staggering 56 home runs, 128 RBIs, and another Silver Slugger Award, the designated hitter used social media to confirm what had already become a major talking point. The new five-year, $150 million deal to remain in Philly through 2030. For Philadelphia, the agreement represents far more than just a roster move—it’s a defining commitment to one of their cornerstone players and emotional leaders. The deal ensures stability in the heart of the lineup while solidifying a long-term vision centered on power, leadership, and championship pursuit.</p><p>Schwarber shared the following <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DSF9UJOkebq/" rel="noopener">message</a> on his personal Instagram account, injecting a surge of excitement into the fan base after weeks of speculation.</p><p>“Philly! We can’t tell you how excited we are! Can’t wait to keep riding with you guys and to get the job done 🤟”</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="instagram-media"><div style="padding: 16px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DSF9UJOkebq/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style="line-height: 0; padding: 0 0; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; width: 100%;" target="_blank"> <div style="display: flex;"><div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div><div style="display: flex;"><div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div><div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div></div></div><div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div><div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div><div style="padding-top: 8px;"><div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div></div><div style="padding: 12.5% 0;"></div><div style="display: flex; margin-bottom: 14px;"><div><div></div><div></div><div></div></div><div style="margin-left: 8px;"><div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 20px; width: 20px;"></div><div></div></div><div style="margin-left: auto;"><div></div><div></div><div></div></div></div><div style="display: flex; margin-bottom: 24px;"><div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;"></div><div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; height: 14px; width: 144px;"></div></div><p></p></a></div></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://instagram.com/embed.js"></script></p></figure><p>The post served as the emotional stamp on the deal, signaling <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-agrees-150-million-reunion">Schwarber’s deep commitment</a> to chasing the World Series title that continues to elude this resilient group. His words echoed through the organization, capturing the spirit of unfinished business that defines the Phillies clubhouse. Since arriving in Philadelphia, Schwarber has been more than just a consistent hitter—he’s been the heartbeat of a team that thrives on energy, grit, and connection. The simple yet heartfelt message showcased his unwavering loyalty and the mutual bond he shares with a city that demands passion and perseverance.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Phillies star Kyle Schwarber grabs attention with first post after $150 million contract

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-charity-contract');   ga('set', 'title', 'The $150K charitable component of Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber’s 5-year contract');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/The-150K-charitable-component-of-Kyle-Schwarbers-5-year-contract.jpg"><figcaption>Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images.</figcaption></figure><h1>The $150K charitable component of Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber’s 5-year contract</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-10T19:51:04-08:00">December 10th, 7:51pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-10T19:51:04-08:00">December 10th, 7:51pm</time><address><a>Josh Davis</a>Josh Davis is an Associate Editor at ClutchPoints with a focus on MLB. As the founder and creator of OutOfSightSports, Josh spearheads the development and expansion of an engaging social media platform, with a core focus on Twitter/X. A passionate sports writer, Josh is dedicated to delivering compelling content that connects fans and fuels vibrant sports conversations. His vision is to craft stories so vivid that fans feel like they’re standing at the plate or on the field.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Philadelphia Phillies made sure their latest long-term commitment goes beyond the diamond. Slugger <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-makes-150-million-guarantee">Kyle Schwarber’s new five-year, $150 million</a> deal not only locks in one of baseball’s premier power hitters through 2030, but also ensures that his impact on the Philadelphia community is written directly into the contract itself.</p><p>The New York Post Sports’s Jon Heyman took to his X account (formerly known as Twitter) to highlight the rare part of the pact, <a href="https://x.com/JonHeyman/status/1998935385238548791" rel="noopener">noting how</a> the annual pledge reflects the traits that made the club eager to bring the slugger back into the locker room.</p><figure class="op-interactive"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Kyle Schwarber<br>Phillies</p><p>$150M/5</p><p>Signing Bonus – $15M ($7.5M-3/15/26; $7.5M-10/25/26)</p><p>$15M – 2026<br>$30M – 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030</p><p>Plus:  Awards bonuses, including $59K Edgar Martinez DH</p><p>May purchase suite or premium tickets, home games </p><p>Player donates $150K/yr to Club Charity</p><p>— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) <a href="https://twitter.com/JonHeyman/status/1998935385238548791?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 11, 2025</a></p></blockquote><p><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p></figure><p>Within the agreement is a formal philanthropic clause rarely seen in Major League Baseball. The Phillies charitable clause requires Schwarber to contribute $150,000 each year to the club’s official charity, totaling $750,000 over the life of the deal. It’s a binding promise that solidifies the connection between his professional success and his off-field giving, reinforcing his reputation as a leader both in the clubhouse and across the city.</p><p>For context, the contract features a flat salary structure after 2026 — $30 million each year — with a $15 million signing bonus split into two payments during his first season. That steady framework provides the front office payroll stability while allowing Schwarber’s foundation, Schwarber’s Neighborhood Heroes, to continue supporting first responders, veterans, and their families.</p><p>Few MLB player donations are so clearly codified. Most athletes choose private philanthropic efforts, but the 32-year-old’s new contract formalizes his commitment. It reflects a growing trend where star players embed community support directly into their deals—something the Phillies are now pioneering.</p><p>The contract now stands as a model for how the Phillies can link top-tier production with steady civic work. It signals a shift in how the club values leadership, placing equal weight on power at the plate and impact in the community. <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-150m-contract-shatters-dh-record">By securing Schwarber through 2030</a>, the franchise strengthens both its lineup and its long-term connection to the city, setting a standard that could influence how future stars and teams shape their deals across the league.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

The $150K charitable component of Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber’s 5-year contract

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-makes-150-million-guarantee');   ga('set', 'title', 'Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber makes $150 million guarantee');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Kyle-Schwarber_a6a12e.jpg"><figcaption>Eric Hartline-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h1>Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber makes $150 million guarantee</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2025-12-10T10:32:49-08:00">December 10th, 10:32am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2025-12-10T10:33:09-08:00">December 10th, 10:33am</time><address><a>Matt Wadleigh</a>Matt Wadleigh is a Senior Editor at ClutchPoints who used to lead NCAA Football and NCAA Basketball coverage while also specializing in MLB and NFL coverage. He was born and raised in Oceanside and resides in Fresno with his wife and two dogs. Matthew is a huge Southern California sports fan and a retired member of the Fresno State drumline.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">MLB</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>When the MLB Winter Meetings began on Monday in Orlando, some of the biggest names were Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber and New York Mets star Pete Alonso. On Tuesday, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-news-kyle-schwarber-agrees-150-million-reunion">Schwarber and the Phillies agreed to a five-year, $150 million deal</a>. On Wednesday, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/baltimore-orioles/orioles-news-baltimore-pete-alonso-155-million-contract-agreement">Alonso stunned everyone by signing a five-year, $155 million deal</a> with the Baltimore Orioles.</p><p>So, after Schwarber’s deal, things moved quickly for Alonso.</p><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/baltimore-orioles/mlb-rumors-orioles-phillies-ramp-up-kyle-schwarber-offer-150-million">Orioles had also offered Schwarber $150 million</a>, so they have shown their willingness to spend big.</p><p>On Wednesday, Schwarber spoke to reporters after agreeing to stay in Philadelphia, and he had a <a href="https://x.com/BNightengale/status/1998803630242279828" rel="noopener">bold guarantee</a> after inking a massive deal.</p><p>“I think its going to be a great investment on both sides,” he said, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today.</p><p>Schwarber <a href="https://x.com/JClarkNBCS/status/1998805012319973691" rel="noopener">added World Series aspirations</a>, via John Clark of NBC Sports.</p><p>“I want to try to help the Phillies win the World Series and multiple World Series during my time here.”</p><p>The slugger hit .240 with 56 home runs and 132 RBI in the regular season, then added a pair of home runs in the playoff series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.</p><p>Schwarber also <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/cincinnati-reds/mlb-rumors-reds-ketel-marte-trade-mix-125-million-kyle-schwarber-offer">had an offer from the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates</a>, but staying in Philadelphia was always viewed as a likely option. It’s a lot of money to commit to him, and he turns 33 in March, but the Phillies are leaving no stone unturned in hopes of making a World Series push.</p><p>MLB free agency is barely getting started, so this will be a team to watch going forward.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

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