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Phillies Trade for Pitcher Daniel Robert, Sending Prospect Enrique Segura to Rangers

The Phillies bolster pitching depth with the acquisition of Daniel Robert, who will start in Triple-A, while the Rangers gain a promising young arm in Segura.

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Overview

  • The Philadelphia Phillies acquired right-handed pitcher Daniel Robert from the Texas Rangers in exchange for 20-year-old prospect Enrique Segura.
  • Daniel Robert will join the Phillies' Triple-A affiliate, Lehigh Valley, after posting a 1.54 ERA with 17 strikeouts in 10 games for Triple-A Round Rock this season.
  • The trade follows Robert's designation for assignment by the Rangers on April 28, clearing space on their 40-man roster.
  • Enrique Segura, signed by the Phillies in 2022, recorded a 3.18 ERA and 19 strikeouts in four starts for Single-A Clearwater this season before the trade.
  • This move reflects the Phillies’ focus on strengthening organizational pitching depth and the Rangers’ investment in developing young talent.