Overview
- Multiple outlets report Boston as a leading potential landing spot for Schwarber should Philadelphia not re-sign him, citing his prior stint with the Red Sox and the club’s need for power.
- Schwarber is coming off a career year with 56 home runs and 132 RBIs in 162 games, strengthening his market after four straight seasons of at least 38 homers.
- MassLive’s Chris Cotillo reports the Red Sox would love a reunion and notes manager Alex Cora’s admiration, but no agreement has been reported and the Phillies retain interest in keeping the slugger.
- Schwarber’s DH-only profile conflicts with Masataka Yoshida’s current role, and Cotillo projects a scenario that could push Boston’s DH outlay near $50 million annually if Yoshida remains.
- Contract expectations include projections around four years and roughly $100 million, with The Athletic reporting Schwarber may seek five years, while potential competition could come from the Rangers, Mets, and the Phillies themselves.