For the second time in a decade, the Philadelphia Phillies are conducting a general manager search.
Whoever is ultimately tabbed as the successor of Matt Klentak will face an uneviable group of challenges this offseason.
Two-time All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto is set to become a free agent, and RADIO.COM Sports MLB Insider Jon Heyman recently suggested that the Phillies are “pessimistic” about their chances to return him. The new general manager will have to be caught up to speed on where negotiations with Realmuto stand, and quickly make an assessment on whether a long-term deal can be reach or if the team needs to pivot.