MLB trades
The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired left-handed pitcher Kyle Backhus from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for minor league outfielder Avery Owusu-Asiedu, the team announced Friday. The move increases Philly’s 40-man roster from 37 to 38. Backhus, 27, appeared in 32 games for Arizona last season, pitching 25.1 innings with a 4.62 ERA, 22 strikeouts, 2 […]
Strahm Out, Questions Remain About Phillies Bullpen Direction UPDATE II The Phillies have made a notable bullpen move, trading left-handed reliever Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for right-handed pitcher Jonathan Bowlan. UPDATE According to ESPN insider Jeff Passan, the Philadelphia Phillies are likely to trade reliever Matt Strahm as the organization […]
Philadelphia evaluates potential trades for Jarren Duran and Byron Buxton as Nick Castellanos’ departure looms. One of the Philadelphia Phillies’ primary offseason objectives is improving production from one—or ideally both—corner outfield positions. Much of that hinges on moving Nick Castellanos and the final $20 million remaining on his contract. The next question is whether Philadelphia will […]
