Cole Irvin #47 of the Philadelphia Phillies (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
The Philadelphia Phillies have made three significant upgrades to their 40-man roster in recent days, adding southpaw catcher J.T. Realmuto, starting pitcher Matt Moore, and shortstop Didi Gregorius.
In order to sign these free-agent players, however, corresponding moves had to be made. The Phillies made the smart decision with each of the three such recent transactions.
The Phillies 40-man roster has received a huge boost in recent days.
First, the Phillies designated right-handed reliever Ian Hamilton for assignment.