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Phillies’ Offseason Crossroads: Schwarber Draws AL Interest as Bregman, Tucker Linked to Philadelphia

Financial realities raise the prospect of prioritizing either a new Schwarber deal or a marquee addition from the open market.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 19: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at Citizens Bank Park on August 19, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 22: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies bats against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park on August 22, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Nationals defeated the Phillies 5-4.
NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 22: Alex Bregman #2 of the Boston Red Sox is silhouetted as he throws before a game against the New York Yankees on August 22, 2025 at Yankees Stadium in New York, New York. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images)

Overview

  • MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand now lists the Orioles as a potential landing spot for Kyle Schwarber after his career offensive season.
  • The Rangers were previously named as a possible destination for the Phillies’ slugger, who leads the NL with 45 home runs and has set a career high in fWAR.
  • Philadelphia has been identified as a potential fit for Alex Bregman if he opts out, with analysts citing his strong production when healthy and a likely sizable contract.
  • Kyle Tucker has also been linked to the Phillies in reporting that projects his next deal could exceed $400 million.
  • After a quiet prior winter, Philadelphia faces multiple decisions with key players approaching free agency and questions about upgrading third base from Alec Bohm.