Phillies are facing the reality of the new Trade Deadline
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First and foremost, Clase is now completely off the trade block. The Phillies were likely going to express interest in acquiring him, but they have several other relievers they can turn to. Where this really impacts the Phillies is with other players who now might become more available than they previously were, namely Steven Kwan.
With the MLB trade deadline looming, ESPN has proposed two big deals that the Philadelphia Phillies should pursue.
Major League Baseball's trade deadline is scheduled for next Thursday, which means teams have less than a week to get their midsummer shopping done. The moves have already started, as the Mariners recently acquired Josh Naylor from the Diamondbacks while the Yankees acquired Ryan McMahon in a trade with the Rockies.
As the Phillies search for upgrades before Thursday's MLB trade deadline, they're reportedly "speed-dialing" the Twins for trade conversations.
Teams such as the Dodgers and Blue Jays have interest in Guardians star Steven Kwan ahead of Thursday's trade deadline.
White Sox trade rumors heat up as Luis Robert Jr. shines against a potential suitor, the Phillies. The front office still has a high trade demand holding up a deal.