Breaking news: Phillies controversial slugger sign a blockbuster deal with the Yankees.
According to recent sources, Kyle Schwarber and the Philadelphia Phillies are not close to signing an agreement, which might cause issues after the season. The Phillies need to be aware that the left-handed slugger will be available for free agency the following winter. A number of teams will want to add one of the game’s best power hitters if Schwarber walks. Despite his below-average batting average (.248 in 2024 and.197 in 2023), Schwarber has demonstrated throughout his career that he is a top-tier power hitter.
The New York Yankees would be worth watching if the Phillies are unable to get him back. Sporting News’ Kevin Hickey thinks the Yankees “could” recruit him, adding that he and Aaron Judge could play together in the middle of New York’s lineup. “Though the Yankees may never fully replace Soto’s 41 home runs from the 2024 season, they could come close with a potential free agency target next offseason in the form of Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber,” Hickey stated.
According to Spotrac, Schwarber is in the last year of a four-year, $79 million contract. It doesn’t appear very likely that a deal will be reached given the latest rumors regarding a possible extension between Schwarber and the Phillies.” Schwarber would be a good fit for the older players that New York has been interested in signing in recent years. Despite the fact that the 32-year-old Ohio native isn’t getting any younger, his recent success should not worry the Yankees.
