Phillies seek outfield help after Adolis Garcia injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 11:28 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to pursue a prominent outfielder following Adolis Garcia's placement on the 60-day injured list due to a torn right lat. The club’s recent resurgence under interim manager Don Mattingly has intensified this need for a significant addition. Byron Buxton of the Minnesota Twins has emerged as a prime target for Philadelphia. Buxton’s $100 million contract and elite defensive capabilities would lend depth to a struggling offense. As the trade deadline approaches, the Phillies' ability to add Buxton could benefit both their current roster and allow top prospect Justin Crawford more time to develop.
- •Adolis Garcia is on the 60-day injured list with a torn lat.
- •Phillies have shown improved performance under interim manager Don Mattingly.
- •Byron Buxton is a projected target for the Phillies in the trade market.
- •Buxton's contract with the Twins is valued at $100 million.
- •Adding Buxton could allow prospect Justin Crawford more development time.
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"The Philadelphia Phillies have needed a big outfield bat for some time now. It just got even more urgent after Adolis Garcia went down with an injury.
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