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Phillies Have Explored Trades For Back-End Starter

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking for a swingman or back-of-the-rotation starter. This search follows the move of Andrew Painter to Lehigh Valley. The team is also pursuing assistance for their outfield.

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No new confirmed information has emerged regarding the search for pitching or outfield help.

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  1. Phillies Seek Back-End Starter and Outfield Help

    The Philadelphia Phillies are looking for a swingman or back-of-the-rotation starter. This search follows the move of Andrew Painter to Lehigh Valley. The team is also pursuing assistance for their outfield.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Phillies are predicted to trade for a replacement for Alec Bohm from the Giants.
    confidence 40%

  2. Phillies Seek Rotation Depth and Back-End Starter

    The Philadelphia Phillies are exploring trades for a swingman or back-of-the-rotation starter. This effort follows the demotion of Andrew Painter to Lehigh Valley. The team is also searching for outfield assistance.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Charlotte Varnes and Matt Gelb report the Phillies have made early trade inquiries for a swingman or back-of-the-rotation starter.
    • Luis Severino is a potential trade target to improve the team's playoff chances.
    • The Phillies declined an offer from Bryce Harper to return to right field while they search for outfield help.
    • The Phillies' projected starting outfield includes Adolis Garcia, Brandon Marsh, and Justin Crawford.
    confidence 70%

  3. Phillies Option Andrew Painter to Minor Leagues

    The Philadelphia Phillies sent Andrew Painter to the minor leagues following a poor start. He is assigned to Lehigh Valley. This move comes as the team seeks rotation depth.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Philadelphia Phillies optioned Andrew Painter to the minor leagues.
    • Painter was sent to Lehigh Valley following a loss to the Marlins.
    confidence 100%

  4. Phillies Seek Back-End Starter After Painter Demotion

    The Philadelphia Phillies are looking for trade options to add depth to the back of their rotation. This move follows the decision to send rookie Andrew Painter to Triple-A. The team previously signed Kolby Allard to a minor league deal to address these needs.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Phillies are exploring trade options for a back-end rotation starter.
    • Andrew Painter was optioned to Triple-A.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Andrew Painter was demoted after giving up six runs in two innings against the Marlins.
    confidence 100%

  5. Phillies Sign Kolby Allard as Rotation Search Continues

    The Philadelphia Phillies have signed Kolby Allard to a minor league contract to address needs at the back of their rotation. The team continues to seek pitching solutions as they approach the trade deadline.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Phillies signed Kolby Allard to a minor league deal.
    • The Phillies are seeking help at the back of their rotation.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Phillies may target Royals starter Michael Wacha.
    • The Phillies are pursuing outfielder Mike Trout.
    confidence 90%

  6. Phillies Seek Rotation Help After Optioning Andrew Painter

    The Philadelphia Phillies are exploring trades for a back-end starter as their rotation struggles. The team has optioned Andrew Painter to Triple-A following a series of poor outings. Front office officials are now testing the market for external solutions.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Phillies optioned Andrew Painter to Triple-A.
    • The Phillies front office is exploring trades for a back-end starter.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Aaron Nola is struggling alongside Andrew Painter.
    confidence 100%