Top Pitchers Left on MLB Trade Market for Cubs, Phillies, More After Tarik Skubal, Peralta Deals – Bleacher Report
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TRADE DEADLINE HEAT: Phillies Eye Top Pitching Options as MLB Market Thins
The dust has settled on the MLB trade market following a flurry of deals that saw the Chicago Cubs land top left-hander Tarik Skubal, while the Houston Astros acquired Luis Castillo. As the Philadelphia Phillies prepare for the stretch run, the question on every fan’s mind is: what’s next?
According to reports, a number of top pitchers remain on the trade market, leaving the Phillies with a glimmer of hope for a late-season push. Among those still available are Jordan Montgomery, who has been a consistent force for the New York Yankees, and Noah Syndergaard, a veteran right-hander with a track record of success.
The Phillies have a history of making savvy trades, and with their current roster in position to make a deep playoff run, it’s hard to imagine them standing pat. General Manager Sam Fuld and his team have a proven ability to identify value and make shrewd deals.
Montgomery, in particular, would be a great fit for the Phillies. With a 3.38 ERA and 10.3 K/9, he’s a proven strikeout artist who could bolster a Phillies rotation that’s been inconsistent at times. Syndergaard, meanwhile, brings a wealth of experience and a track record of success, making him an attractive option for a team looking to make a deep playoff run.
The Phillies have the pieces in place to make a serious run at a World Series title, but it’s clear that they’re not satisfied with where they stand. With the trade market still open, it’s anyone’s guess what they’ll do next. One thing’s for sure: Phillies fans will be holding their breath as the deadline approaches.
