The questions about this off-season are mostly 2025-related. Is Jordan Romano enough for the bullpen? Is Max Kepler the offensive upgrade they needed? The bigger picture takeaways are a lot more entertaining.
The Phillies did not commit money to 2026 and beyond
Jordan Romano signed a one-year deal and is likely Jeff Hoffman’s replacement. Max Kepler signed a one-year deal. Jesús Luzardo has two years of control but it allows them to let Ranger Suárez walk next season.
2026 will be the first time in a few years that Dave Dombrowski and the Phillies front office will have breathing room with the roster but it comes at a cost.