Bryce Harper outlines roster needs for Phillies ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Bryce Harper provided a clear message to the Philadelphia Phillies front office regarding roster adjustments as the MLB trade deadline approaches. Harper emphasized the importance of acquiring high-salary veterans, stating that next season may see a lockout impacting team finances. The Phillies have seen success since Don Mattingly took over as interim manager, but recent struggles against the Los Angeles Dodgers highlight their roster deficiencies, particularly in the bullpen and starting rotation. Harper’s wishlist includes a right-handed bat and a frontline starter, which aligns with general expectations from the baseball community regarding the team’s needs.
- •Harper believes teams should invest in high-priced salaries now.
- •Phillies have been strong under interim manager Don Mattingly.
- •Recent games against the Dodgers exposed roster needs.
- •Harper seeks a right-handed bat and a No. 5 starter.
- •Philadelphia's farm system may limit trade options.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies’ Bryce Harper Sends $40 Million Front Office Message Ahead Of Trade Deadline
"The Philadelphia Phillies’ superstar infielder offered a list of roster needs and doesn’t seem worried about increasing payroll.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 5:12 PMMariners manager candidate backs out of running for lesser job with Phillies
- MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 4:24 PMStruggling Shohei Ohtani dropped in Dodgers lineup vs Brewers for Game 3
- MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 11:43 AMAmerican League Championship Series Game 4: Rays at Guardians, 7 p.m. CT
MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 10:30 AMPhillies Boss Pinpoints ‘Really, Really Good’ Infield Replacement After Trea Turner Decision
MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 7:53 AM“Certain Fans of Shohei Ohtani Can’t Be Rational” – LA Radio Host Defends Dodgers Analyst After Backlash For Criticising $700M Star- MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 6:59 AMBraves' disappointing $18M Silver Slugger went off the grid following second PED suspension
