Of the Phillies’ prized trade assets, All-Star set-up pitcher Pat Neshek leads the way in value and chatter when it comes to Phillies trade rumors.
With a week until the trade deadline, the Phillies are showcasing Neshek to a motley of interested suitors. ESPN’s Jerry Crasnick says five teams have representatives in Philadelphia watching the 36-year-old righty.
Washington, Boston, Tampa Bay, the Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers are keeping a close eye on the veteran according to Crasnick. This news coming prior to Neshek throwing a perfect seventh inning with two strikeouts in the Phillies’ 6-3 win versus the Brewers.