Phillies consider trading for Josh Hader as trade deadline approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 6:02 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies, with a record of 56-47 and 4.5 games behind in the National League East as of July 24, are contemplating significant moves as the trade deadline nears. Analysts suggest acquiring elite closer Josh Hader from the Houston Astros to bolster their bullpen. Hader, despite injury concerns limiting him to 18.1 innings this season, has recorded 29 strikeouts and allowed only three earned runs. The proposed move aims to strengthen the team's potential playoff success against top opponents. Hader, however, holds a full no-trade clause which could complicate the deal.
- •Phillies currently trail by 4.5 games in NL East.
- •Josh Hader could significantly improve their bullpen.
- •Hader has 29 strikeouts in 18.1 innings this season.
- •Trade deadline is approaching on August 1.
- 6:02 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies Trade Idea for Elite Closer Would Change Everything
"As stated many times before, the Philadelphia Phillies, at 56-47 and 4.5 games out in the National League East as of July 24, need to be all in at this year's trade deadline.
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