Heading into free agency, the Philadelphia Phillies have some areas of need that can be worked on. These needs may also be filled through the trade market as well. One of the most important needs the Phillies need to work on involves acquiring an outfielder. With Bryce Harper taking over at first base full-time, an outfield spot will be open. The Phillies have plenty of reliable options to fill each of their major needs. It is possible that the outfield opening is filled internally given how Johan Rojas performed defensively during the 2023 season. If Rojas starts the season in the minor leagues, Cristian Pache is another internal option for the outfield spot.
Heading into free agency, the Philadelphia Phillies have some areas of need that can be worked on. These needs may also be filled through the trade market as well. One of the most important needs the Phillies need to work on involves acquiring an outfielder. With Bryce Harper taking over at first base full-time, an outfield spot will be open. The Phillies have plenty of reliable options to fill each of their major needs. It is possible that the outfield opening is filled internally given how Johan Rojas performed defensively during the 2023 season. If Rojas starts the season in the minor leagues, Cristian Pache is another internal option for the outfield spot.
Phillies Should Acquire These Players This Offseason
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Of the starting pitchers available in free agency, Yoshinobu Yamamoto may be the best of all. The 25-year-old Japanese phenomenon became available to major league teams when he was posted on Monday. In seven seasons playing for the Orix Buffaloes in Japan, Yamamoto has a 70-29 record with a 1.82 ERA and 922 strikeouts. Even with Nola staying, the Phillies are expected to make a run at Yamamoto. This acquisition would solidify the Phillies’ rotation, giving them another high-quality starting pitcher. Adding Yamamoto or another starting pitcher gives the Phillies much-needed rotation depth as well. It will be hard to sign Yamamoto since the Phillies will be dealing with major competition, but it is possible.
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