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Phillies Sign David Robertson to Prorated One-Year Deal, Plan Early-August Return

The $16 million prorated contract offers a cash-only upgrade for a bullpen struggling with a 4.33 ERA after losing José Alvarado to suspension.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 28: David Robertson #30 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates after beating the Houston Astros 6-5 in 10 innings in Game One of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on October 28, 2022 in Houston, Texas.
Sep 29, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Texas Rangers relief pitcher David Robertson (37) pitches during the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 5: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on against the Cincinnati Reds at Citizens Bank Park on July 5, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Reds 5-1. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Overview

  • David Robertson has agreed to a prorated one-year, $16 million contract with the Phillies, pending completion of a physical.
  • The 40-year-old will start with Triple-A Lehigh Valley on a 15-day assignment before a planned return to Philadelphia’s bullpen in early August.
  • Philadelphia’s relief corps has posted a 4.33 ERA this season and has been without José Alvarado since his 80-game suspension in May.
  • The $16 million cash-only agreement preserves six top-100 prospects and maintains deadline flexibility as the Phillies seek additional bullpen reinforcements before July 31.
  • Robertson returns for his third stint in Philadelphia, joining a track record that includes 177 career saves and a 2.91 ERA over 16 seasons.