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The Philadelphia Phillies face a busy offseason, with the immediate priority being the hiring of a new manager. Alex Cora has withdrawn from consideration for the 2027 season, while Don Mattingly, who took over as interim manager in 2026 following Rob Thomson's exit, remains a candidate. After resolving the managerial vacancy, the front office will shift its focus to assembling the roster.
Key players such as Luis Arraez and Alec Bohm are set to become free agents. The pitching staff is thin, and adding young talent could provide a significant lift. Although the Phillies' farm system is not highly regarded, a few prospects have the ability to contribute in 2027. The following four players could take on major roles for Philadelphia next year.
4. OF Dante Nori
Dante Nori offers a skill set similar to that of Arraez, whose addition brought a contact-oriented approach to the Phillies' lineup. Nori's bat-to-ball skills and speed make him a threat on the basepaths and a defensive asset in the outfield, where his exceptional glovework fills a critical need for Philadelphia. A hip injury cut short his 2026 season, but his overall profile indicates he could help the big league club in 2027.
3. RHP Moises Chace
Moises Chace sat out the entire 2026 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2025. Obtained from the Baltimore Orioles in the 2024 trade involving Gregory Soto, he was making strides at Double-A Reading before the injury. Activated from the 60-day injured list on September 28, Chace is now healthy and aims to regain his form this offseason. While doubts linger about his long-term future as a starter, a move to the bullpen could speed up his path to the majors, similar to Alex McFarlane, who thrived at Double-A Reading and became a dependable bullpen arm for Mattingly.
2. SS Aidan Miller
If a back injury had not derailed his 2026 season, Aidan Miller might already have made an impact in the majors. With uncertainty surrounding Trea Turner and the infield, new faces could emerge in the lineup. Assuming he stays healthy, Miller is almost certain to be part of Philadelphia's 2027 plans, whether at shortstop or third base. His promising 2025 season generated optimism, and health remains the only obstacle to his ascent.
1. RHP Gage Wood
Chosen in the first round of the 2025 MLB Draft, Gage Wood rapidly advanced from Single-A Clearwater to Double-A Reading in 2026, where his dynamic arsenal held its own. Some scouts believed his fastball was already MLB-ready at the time of the draft. He should get a chance to prove that in 2027, even if he remains on a starting pitcher's trajectory. That is precisely why he did not debut in 2026: the organization is committed to keeping him in the rotation. Wood also has high-leverage bullpen experience, making him a potential reinforcement if the team needs immediate help there.