Ex-player urges Phillies to re-sign outfielder
The Philadelphia Phillies remain a focal point of late-offseason discussion as roster decisions continue to shape their path toward 2026. Despite the club’s reliance on internal options, an experienced voice believes they still need to make one key move before spring training.
MLB Network addressed the Phillies’ offseason approach during a recent Hot Stove segment, focusing on Philadelphia’s recent additions and the uncertainty in its outfield. The network later shared the video on its official account on X (formerly known as Twitter), highlighting analyst Harold Reynolds’ emphatic call for the Phillies to re-sign outfielder Harrison Bader.
I still think they got to re-sign Harrison Bader. That guy turned a light switch on for that team. He’s an igniter. I think you’ve got to bring him back and let him play a full season.”
The comments from the former second baseman, best known for his days with the Seattle Mariners, reflect how quickly Bader made an impact after being acquired at the 2025 MLB trade deadline. The veteran centerfielder brought speed, defense, and energy to a Phillies lineup in need of stability.
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