Phillies consider trade for Giants outfielder Harrison Bader amid injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies are exploring a potential trade for San Francisco Giants outfielder Harrison Bader as they address a pressing need for outfield help following Adolis Garcia's likely season-ending injury. While Bader has shown solid offensive production in the past, he is currently on the injured list, raising concerns about his return. Philadelphia previously acquired Bader but let him walk in the offseason, complicating a potential deal. Sources indicate that while there are more exciting options available, Bader's contract for $20.5 million over the next season and a half makes the trade less appealing to fans.
- •Phillies seeking outfield help after Adolis Garcia's injury.
- •Harrison Bader on injured list, complicating trade negotiations.
- •Bader has previous ties to the Phillies from last season.
- •His $20.5 million contract over 1.5 years adds complexity.
- •Alternative outfielders like Byron Buxton and Mike Trout are less likely.
- 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies linked to trade for Giants' $20.5 million outfielder that'd be very lackluster
"This would be a very lackluster trade for the Phillies to make this summer.
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