The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly interested in adding a seasoned veteran to their bullpen following a tough loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
After suffering a heartbreaking defeat, the Phillies are looking to reinforce their relief pitching with an experienced arm.
Their focus appears to be on a veteran pitcher with a $72 million contract history, signaling the team’s commitment to strengthening their late-game options.
Despite owning one of baseball’s deepest and most impactful starting rotations, the front office opted to trade for Miami Marlins hurler Jesús Luzardo. This gave the team an even deeper staff and has shaped its identity to start the season.
As reigning All-Star starter Ranger Suárez returned from an injured list stint to make his season debut on Sunday, the Phillies had to decide whether to relegate a standing starter to the bullpen or go with a rare six-man rotation.
Philadelphia’s front office seems to believe that shoring up the bullpen could make a critical difference in tight postseason games.
As the team regroups after the setback, all eyes are on how this potential acquisition could impact their playoff hopes.
