Fans can expect the Phillies rumor mill to be very active this summer with only one trade deadline and the team’s chances of winning in October as strong as ever.
With nearly the entire bullpen currently on the injured list Phillies general manager Matt Klentak will have to be creative at the trade deadline. Despite the promise of David Robertson, Pat Neshek, and Tommy Hunter returning the team likely lost Seranthony Dominguez and Victor Arano for the season.
Losing several key pieces of the bullpen calls for the addition of a veteran reliever with late-inning experience. Former Phillies star closer Ken Giles could be an option for Philadelphia as the Toronto Blue Jays continue their rebuild.