Philadelphia was eliminated from the playoffs by the New York Mets and is now reevaluating its plans. Could the Phillies make several moves in free agency? Are trades on the horizon? Everything is possible at this stage.
The Phillies should be focused on boosting their outfield offense. One player mentioned as a possible trade target is Taylor Ward, a slugger from the Los Angeles Angels, according to MLB Trade Rumors’ Anthony Franco.
“Whether they embrace a short-term reset or look to balance the (Major League Baseball) roster without dealing from one of the league’s worst farm systems, there’s a case for moving Taylor Ward,” Franco said. “The 30-year-old left fielder has been the subject of trade speculation dating back to last offseason…”
“(The Pittsburgh Pirates) and (Kansas City Royals) could renew their interest… The (Cincinnati Reds), Phillies, (Atlanta Braves), (Toronto Blue Jays), and (San Diego Padres) are other teams that could look for corner outfield help this winter.”
Would it make sense for the Phillies to acquire him? He hit 25 home runs and drove in 75 runs while posting a batting line of .246/.323/.426 over 156 games. Ward is a seven-year veteran, and the Angels seem willing to make deals.
Could Philadelphia bring him on board? A trade likely wouldn’t be too expensive, and he could add the power the Phillies need. He’s expected to earn over $8 million in 2025, which isn’t too high of a price.
