The top free agent closer agreed to a massive contract with Houston on Friday, but there are still some options on the market if the Phillies decide to add a reliever.
The 2023 Packers squad significantly differs from the seasoned team of 2022. The major offseason change involved trading Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets, paving the way for Jordan Love to take the helm. Additionally, notable veteran departures through free agency were offset by the introduction of rookies chosen in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Among these changes was the replacement of punter Pat O’Donnell with Daniel Whelan, an undrafted free agent and UC Davis alum. Notably, Whelan has become the first NFL player from Ireland since 1985.
Josh Hader has officially ended his free agency status by signing a five-year, $95 million deal with the Houston Astros last Friday. Despite rumors linking the Philadelphia Phillies to Hader, they were never seriously considered as contenders to secure the services of the top available closer.
Hader’s contract has already influenced the free-agent relief pitcher market, with Robert Stephenson and John Brebbia, two other relievers, signing deals with the Los Angeles Angels and Chicago White Sox, respectively. With spring training just over three weeks away, the Phillies must act swiftly if they intend to bolster their bullpen through free agency, as the market has become more active.
In the aftermath of the Astros’ significant signing, the Phillies may explore options to strengthen their bullpen. Here are three free-agent relievers the Phillies could consider adding:
Aroldis Chapman The seasoned reliever brings extensive experience as a closer, although he is not the same pitcher he once was. After leaving the New York Yankees, Chapman joined the Kansas City Royals on a one-year deal last offseason to enhance their bullpen
The 2023 Packers squad significantly differs from the seasoned team of 2022. The major offseason change involved trading Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets, paving the way for Jordan Love to take the helm. Additionally, notable veteran departures through free agency were offset by the introduction of rookies chosen in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Among these changes was the replacement of punter Pat O’Donnell with Daniel Whelan, an undrafted free agent and UC Davis alum. Notably, Whelan has become the first NFL player from Ireland since 1985
Josh Hader has officially ended his free agency status by signing a five-year, $95 million deal with the Houston Astros last Friday. Despite rumors linking the Philadelphia Phillies to Hader, they were never seriously considered as contenders to secure the services of the top available closer.
Hader’s contract has already influenced the free-agent relief pitcher market, with Robert Stephenson and John Brebbia, two other relievers, signing deals with the Los Angeles Angels and Chicago White Sox, respectively. With spring training just over three weeks away, the Phillies must act swiftly if they intend to bolster their bullpen through free agency, as the market has become more active.
In the aftermath of the Astros’ significant signing, the Phillies may explore options to strengthen their bullpen. Here are three free-agent relievers the Phillies could consider adding:
Aroldis Chapman The seasoned reliever brings extensive experience as a closer, although he is not the same pitcher he once was. After leaving the New York Yankees, Chapman joined the Kansas City Royals on a one-year deal last offseason to enhance their bullpen
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