Typically, the team with the worst record in baseball is never considered a “buyer” at the MLB Trade Deadline.
The Phillies are going to be “sellers.” Howie Kendrick, Pat Neshek, Jeremy Hellickson, and Joaquin Benoit could all be on their way out, and it’s possible the team will look to find new homes for some of their younger players, including Tommy Joseph, Freddy Galvis, Cesar Hernandez, Maikel Franco or Odubel Herrera.
Just about everybody on the Major League roster will be up for discussion, as general manager Matt Klentak looks to move guys out and welcome the prospects (#TrustTheProspects) to the Majors.