Phillies consider left-handed outfielders despite need for right-hand hitters
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies are exploring trade options for outfielders as the deadline approaches. Reports link them to Kerry Miller's suggestions of Jarren Duran, Riley Greene, and Mickey Moniak. All these players are left-handed hitters, which does not address the Phillies' primary issue of underperforming right-handed batters. The team has struggled offensively, particularly from key players such as Trea Turner and J.T. Realmuto. As trading options narrow, the Phillies may need to reassess their strategies to improve overall offense.
- •Phillies are targeting outfielders before the trade deadline.
- •Jarren Duran, Riley Greene, and Mickey Moniak are potential trade options.
- •All linked candidates are left-handed hitters.
- •The team needs right-handed batters to improve their offense.
- •The struggles of players like Trea Turner are particularly concerning.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies linked to 3 outfield trade targets who wouldn't fix their main problem
"These three outfield options wouldn't actually help fix things in Philadelphia.
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