Phillies Linked to Nolan Arenado Trade Speculation

Reports suggest Arenado prefers a move to the Phillies, but questions remain about his fit and the team's interest.

Nolan Arenado reportedly rejected a trade to the Astros and is interested in joining the Phillies, among other teams, according to MLB.com sources.
The Phillies have not publicly indicated strong interest in Arenado, who has a full no-trade clause and is under contract for three more seasons at $74 million.
Arenado's recent performance has declined compared to his peak years, raising concerns about his value relative to the Phillies' current third baseman, Alec Bohm.
Bohm's 2023-24 offensive numbers were comparable to Arenado's, sparking debate over whether a trade would be worthwhile given Arenado's age and contract.
The Cardinals may consider moving Arenado as a 'sunk cost' if another team agrees to take on a significant portion of his remaining salary.