Trade for Byron Buxton unlikely as Phillies explore options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly seeking a right-handed hitting outfielder to bolster their lineup. While ESPN's Jeff Passan identified Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton as a prime target, he highlighted that Buxton has expressed no desire to leave Minnesota. Buxton, under a seven-year, $100 million contract, holds a no-trade clause, complicating any potential deal. The Phillies may need to explore alternative trade options as the trade deadline approaches later this summer.
- •Phillies need a right-handed outfielder to improve lineup.
- •Byron Buxton's no-trade clause complicates potential trade.
- •Buxton has 25 home runs in 75 games this season.
- •Phillies may consider other trade targets as deadline approaches.
- •Trade deadline later this summer could prompt action.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Why Phillies trade rumors for $100 million All-Star outfielder are a waste of time
"This is looking like an unlikely trade scenario for the Phillies.
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