Phillies aim for Mike Trout as outfield bolstered by recent trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:24 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies, looking to strengthen their outfield following Adolis Garcia's injury, acquired Derek Hill from the White Sox. Hill arrives as the franchise has turned around its season, now reaching 40 wins after a poor start. Analysts suggest the team pursue Mike Trout, who remains under contract through 2030, though a trade seems unlikely given the Angels' stance. Trout's performance this season has reignited interest and could provide substantial boosts to the Phillies' postseason aspirations.
- •Adolis Garcia is on the 60-day injured list with a torn lat.
- •Derek Hill's acquisition aims to fill Garcia's roster gap.
- •Phillies have improved to 40 wins after a slow season start.
- •Mike Trout is suggested as an ideal target but a trade is uncertain.
- •Trout's past performance has drawn attention from Philadelphia.
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"Philadelphia is in need of a consistent outfielder after the injury to Adolis Garcia. In this trade, the Phillies land potentially the best player in the game of baseball when healthy.
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