Phillies uncertain on Byron Buxton trade after García injury update
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:20 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies continue their push in the NL East but face a setback with Adolis García, who has been placed on the 60-day injured list due to a torn right lat. This injury intensifies the Phillies' need for an outfielder, specifically a strong bat, raising speculation around a potential trade for Byron Buxton. Despite ongoing interest, sources indicate that Buxton is unlikely to be moved, as he has not shown willingness to waive his no-trade clause. Philadelphia is expected to remain active in the trade market, although Buxton may no longer be a viable target.
- •Adolis García is out for the season with a torn right lat.
- •Phillies placed García on the 60-day injured list on June 18.
- •Byron Buxton has been a trade target but won't waive his no-trade clause.
- •Phillies are looking for outfield depth and expected to explore trades.
- •Team is performing well but needs to bolster the roster for the stretch run.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies get disappointing Mike Trout trade update amid Adolis Garcia injury
- 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies get disappointing Byron Buxton trade update from MLB insider after Adolis Garcia injury
"The Philadelphia Phillies have been linked to Byron Buxton for quite some time now. An update from MLB insider Jeff Passan isn't what the Phillies want to hear.
"Philadelphia is looking for an outfielder.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 2:01 PMPhillies get disappointing Mike Trout trade update amid Adolis Garcia injury
Philadelphia is looking for an outfielder.
- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 1:20 PMPhillies get disappointing Byron Buxton trade update from MLB insider after Adolis Garcia injury
The Philadelphia Phillies have been linked to Byron Buxton for quite some time now. An update from MLB insider Jeff Passan isn't what the Phillies want to hear.
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