After a disappointing end to their 2024 season, the Philadelphia Phillies appear open to some significant roster changes.
The Phillies have made it clear that they are willing to trade outfielder Nick Castellanos this offseason, according to Matt Gelb of The Athletic. The Phillies have shopped several other players as well, including third baseman Alec Bohm and pitcher Ranger Suarez, but appear most motivated to move Castellanos.
The reasons behind this are simple, and are also why a trade is not exceptionally likely. Castellanos has $40 million remaining on the five-year, $100 million deal he signed with the team prior to the 2022 season. His inconsistent production has not exactly justified that contract, and he hit just .254 with 23 home runs last season while playing mediocre defense in right field. He even got booed by Phillies fans during the playoffs against the New York Mets, though he still delivered some very big hits down the stretch.
Trading Castellanos would clear some salary and potentially allow the Phillies to find an upgrade, but the salary is not particularly appetizing. That may force the team to run it back with him next year.
