Phillies plan roster move with struggling outfielder before trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 1:25 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies are poised to cut rookie outfielder Gabriel Rincones Jr. as the trade deadline approaches. Interim manager Don Mattingly underscored concerns over Rincones’ performance, stating that Bryan De La Cruz will take over regular duties in right field. The Phillies are seeking offensive upgrades after a lackluster season, as franchise slugger Bryce Harper indicated the need for reinforcements following recent series losses. With mounting pressure for improvement, the team may consider additional outfield acquisitions before the deadline.
- •Gabriel Rincones Jr. likely facing cut from major-league roster.
- •Bryan De La Cruz has begun regular duties in right field.
- •Bryce Harper emphasized team needs reinforcements.
- •Phillies lost eight of their last eleven games.
- •Trade deadline is imminent as front office seeks upgrades.
- 1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies Expect To Cut Struggling Slugger At Trade Deadline, ‘Hasn’t Been As Good’
"Philadelphia Phillies manager Don Mattingly revealed plans to move a promising young outfielder as the trade deadline approaches.
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