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Phillies trade rumors: Club acquiring Tyler Anderson from Pirates

Jul 20, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Tyler Anderson (31) throws in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

The Phillies have acquired Tyler Anderson from the Pirates in exchange for a pair of prospects.

Buckle up, Phillies fans.

In the words of Michael Scott, “Oh my god! Okay, it’s happening!”

To bolster their floundering starting rotation, the Philadelphia Phillies are acquiring starting pitcher Tyler Anderson from their fellow Pennsylvania baseball team in Pittsburgh, as reported by multiple reputable sources in the industry.