Phillies sign Kolby Allard to minor-league contract for rotation depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies have signed pitcher Kolby Allard to a minor-league contract, bolstering their starting rotation depth. Allard, 28, was released by the Cleveland Guardians on June 15 after struggling with a 10.38 ERA in 2026. He previously had a successful 2025 season, posting a 2.63 ERA with Cleveland. Following the optioning of top prospect Andrew Painter to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, Allard's addition provides the Phillies with a potential option for their rotation or long relief. He is slated to join the Phillies' Triple-A team for now.
- •Kolby Allard signs minor-league deal with the Phillies on June 18, 2026.
- •Allard posted a 10.38 ERA in four outings with the Guardians this season.
- •Andrew Painter has been optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley for development.
- •Allard previously recorded a 2.63 ERA in 2025 with the Guardians.
- •Allard may be called up for the rotation or as a long reliever.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies sign former Guardians 5.47 ERA pitcher to contract amid Andrew Painter news
"This addition should provide some much-needed depth within the Phillies organization.
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