Phillies face challenge as trade deadline approaches with few right-handed bats
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:22 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies received disappointing news ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Reports indicate that few impactful right-handed hitters are available, leaving the Phillies searching for options. Jeff Passan noted that notable targets like Byron Buxton and others would require significant trades to procure. As the deadline approaches on August 3, the Phillies must evaluate potential players who might become available before the deadline.
- •The MLB trade deadline is August 3.
- •The Phillies have struggled to find a consistent right-handed bat.
- •Jeff Passan cites limited options for impactful right-handed hitters.
- •Potential targets like Byron Buxton are seen as costly trades.
- •The team hopes for a change in player availability before the deadline.
- 5:22 PMYahoo Sports — The Phillies actually just got the worst possible MLB trade deadline news
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