Overview
- Castellanos told MLB Network he would welcome learning first base if a team needs it, citing his infield background.
- Philadelphia has tried to trade him in past offseasons and, per reports and team officials, both sides expect a split before Spring Training.
- He is owed $20 million next season, and reports indicate the Phillies would likely absorb significant salary in any deal, with some clubs eyeing a possible release.
- Defensive grades in right field were poor last season and he was benched in June after a dugout incident, factors that frame his openness to a move.
- The Phillies are planning alternatives in the outfield, with internal options such as Justin Crawford, Brandon Marsh, Gabriel Rincones Jr., Johan Rojas, and potential platoon candidates in the mix.