Overview
- The Athletic’s Jim Bowden projects Schwarber to command roughly $150–$160 million in free agency after a 56-homer season and three 40-plus homer years in his last four.
- The Athletic’s Matt Gelb floated the possibility of Schwarber adding first base to his duties, a shift that could displace Bryce Harper from a position where he has earned Gold Glove consideration.
- Bryce Harper said it would feel "weird" not to have Schwarber in the clubhouse, citing his leadership and community presence.
- Opinion remains split, with Bleacher Report’s Kerry Miller urging Philadelphia to re-sign Schwarber and TBOH’s Matt Grazel warning against a multi-year commitment due to aging risk.
- Bowden has predicted the Mets as a potential landing spot if Schwarber reaches the market, while the Phillies also face decisions on other free agents such as J.T. Realmuto and Ranger Suárez.