Phillies expected to make marginal trades at deadline

As the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaches on August 3, the Philadelphia Phillies are prioritizing upgrades in their starting rotation, bullpen, and outfield. Matt Gelb of The Athletic suggests that the team will likely acquire only marginal improvements due to their weakened farm system. Potential outfield targets include Jo Adell, while candidates for the No. 5 starter spot could be Tyler Mahle or Tomoyuki Sugano. Despite these needs, significant trades may remain out of reach, leading to a lackluster outcome for the franchise. Overall, this situation raises concerns regarding the Phillies' contention status moving forward.

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