A day after lining up on a blockbuster trade of closer Jhoan Duran, the Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins have done business again. The Twins agreed to send center fielder Harrison Bader to the Phillies for two prospects, according to multiple reports. ESPN’s Jeff Passan had first word of the deal. Bader fills an immediate need for the Phillies, who were looking for an upgrade in center field over incumbent Johan Rojas. In Bader, they get just that: an improved hitter who also plays defense at a high level. He also has a mutual option for 2026 should both sides choose to exercise it. Bader’s 12 home runs, 10 stolen bases and .778 OPS showcase a well-rounded skill set that features power and speed. That easily outpaces Rojas’ .569 OPS in 152 at-bats this season and doesn’t sacrifice much on the bases or in the field. The 31-year-old Bader is also an upgrade over new teammate Brandon Marsh, who has a .717 OPS on the season and is not quite the defender in center field that the former is. In return,Read More
Phillies again connect with Twins in deal for center fielder
