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Phillies sign Nestor Cortes to major league contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 3:57 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Phillies sign Nestor Cortes to major league contract
Summary

Nestor Cortes has agreed to a major league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies as of August 19, 2026. The move is aimed at improving the team's pitching depth during a crucial time. Cortes has been recovering from surgery and has not pitched in the major leagues this season. Reports indicate that the Phillies may offer him a role in the rotation, potentially leading to a six-man rotation in the near future.

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  • •Cortes has not pitched in the majors this year due to recovery from surgery.
  • •The Phillies sought depth for their rotation and bullpen.
  • •The team may implement a six-man rotation with Cortes.
  • •Cortes has been seeking opportunities around the league.
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  • 3:57 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Phillies sign Nestor Cortes to major league contract
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