Phillies eye Aroldis Chapman as trade target from Red Sox
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:21 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies are linked to Boston Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman, who has a 0.44 ERA this season. With the MLB trade deadline approaching, ESPN's Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel identified the Phillies as potential suitors for Chapman, despite their current reliance on closer Jhoan Duran. Adding Chapman could strengthen the bullpen, giving the Phillies two elite late-inning options. However, sources suggest the team's trade resources may be better allocated elsewhere, particularly in search of an outfielder.
- •Phillies currently rely on Jhoan Duran as their closer.
- •Chapman has a 0.44 ERA this season.
- •Phillies could rotate closers for optimal late-game scenarios.
- •Trade deadline approaches with the Phillies seeking enhancements.
- •Sources indicate outfielder acquisition might take priority.
- 2:21 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies linked to 0.44 ERA Red Sox closer with intriguing bullpen fit
"This reliever trade target would be an interesting fit for the Phillies.
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