Phillies consider reacquiring former No. 1 pick Mickey Moniak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 5:52 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing back Mickey Moniak, their former No. 1 overall pick from the 2016 MLB draft. Moniak struggled during his initial spell with the team, posting a -0.8 WAR over 47 games before being traded to the Los Angeles Angels in 2022. Since then, he has found success with the Colorado Rockies, achieving a solid season batting average of.280 with a.607 slugging percentage. Despite his left-handed hitting possibly being a concern for the Phillies, analysts suggest he could be a worthwhile target as the team seeks to improve its roster.
- •Mickey Moniak was drafted first overall by the Phillies in 2016.
- •He struggled with the Phillies before being traded to the Angels for Noah Syndergaard.
- •Moniak has excelled this season with the Rockies, batting.280/.335/.607.
- •Concern exists about his left-handed hitting in the Phillies' lineup context.
- •Phillies are actively looking to enhance their roster through trades.
- 5:52 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies former No. 1 pick being floated as option to bring back after failed first stint
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