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The Philadelphia Phillies are entering the offseason with clear roster priorities, focusing on upgrading their outfield and third base positions. With Alec Bohm hitting free agency and the outfield's overall production underwhelming in 2025, the club is also in need of a left-handed reliever to bridge to closer Jhoan Duran. While free agency offers a straightforward solution, Philadelphia is expected to explore the trade market aggressively.
According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today Sports, the Phillies have made two veteran major leaguers available in trade talks: shortstop Trea Turner and outfielder Brandon Marsh. Nightengale also reported that the team will not consider moving Bryce Harper or Kyle Schwarber, signaling a desire to shake up the roster without parting with its core stars.
Trade Market Dynamics
The trade market for both players remains uncertain. Marsh, a first-time All-Star in 2025, saw his production plummet in the second half, finishing the season as the least productive hitter in baseball. Despite his extended slump, Marsh offers value as a strong defensive outfielder capable of playing all three spots and as a left-handed bat in a platoon. Turner, on the other hand, is coming off the worst season of his career. After leading the National League with a .304 batting average in 2025, he posted a disappointing .242/.297/.378 slash line with an OPS+ of 81 in 2026, while also leading the league with 645 at-bats. His defensive struggles were equally concerning, as he committed a major-league-high 21 errors and rated as arguably the worst defensive player in the sport. With Turner under contract through 2033, finding a team willing to take on his remaining deal would be a significant challenge for the Phillies.