Braves sign former Dodgers closer Evan Phillips to three-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Evan Phillips, formerly of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has signed a three-year contract worth $35 million with the Atlanta Braves. The 32-year-old right-hander will earn $11 million in 2027 and 2028, and $13 million in 2029. Last season, Phillips had a 3.46 ERA over 31 games, showing significant improvement late in the year after recovering from Tommy John surgery. With the Braves, he aims to bolster their bullpen alongside Robert Suarez. Phillips is a two-time World Series champion, having won titles in 2024 and 2025.
- •Evan Phillips signs with Atlanta Braves on $35 million contract
- •Phillips posted a 3.46 ERA in 31 games last season
- •He will make $11 million in 2027 and 2028, $13 million in 2029
- •Former Dodgers pitcher aimed for postseason success with Atlanta
- •Phillips is a two-time World Series champion
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers lose former closer to Braves on $35 million contract
"The Atlanta Braves struck quickly in free agency Thursday, Nov. 12 to sign a key member of the Los Angeles Dodgers‘ bullpen. Former closer Evan Phillips signed a three-year contract with Atlanta worth $35 million, with the right-hander set to…
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