Scott Lauber

The first base market has a stronger options. In the short run, that may help the Phillies with Harper switching positions again.

The winter meetings don’t start until Dec. 8, plenty of time for us fantasy GMs to propose a few trades. Dave Dombrowski can thank us later.

The Phillies’ ace is a runner-up for a second time, falling short against Sale, who won the pitching triple crown in 2024.

The award is on Wheeler’s bucket list, below the World Series trophy that has eluded the Phillies since 2008. And there isn’t a more important player in that pursuit.

After two lost seasons, how many innings can the Phillies count on from Painter? They’re working on it, with the same methodical approach they’ve taken during his successful recovery from surgery.

Harper captured the award for the fourth time overall. He won his previous three Silver Sluggers as an outfielder.

Kaplan, 42, specializes in the training and development of pitchers, with an emphasis on biomechanics. He had not coached in pro ball before the Phillies hired him in 2022.

Sasaki is considered one of the best pitchers in the world. His market will include all 30 teams, notably the Phillies, who scouted Sasaki this season.

As the Phillies try to diversify their lineup, it’s very possible their door in center keeps revolving. But they’re not the only ones looking for answers at that position.

Baseball converged on San Antonio this week to formally begin the offseason with the general managers' meetings. Inquirer Phillies writers Scott Lauber and Lochlahn March were there as Phillies president Dave Dombrowski and others discussed their plans to improve their rosters this offseason. Here’s what they are taking away from all they heard.