After a solid 2024 season with a 95-67 record and a National League East title, the Philadelphia Phillies’ playoff run came to an abrupt end in the NL Division Series against the New York Mets. Now, with the offseason underway, GM Preston Mattingly is setting his sights on the free-agent market to bolster the Phillies’ roster for 2025.
In his recent comments, Mattingly expressed optimism about the Phillies’ core lineup and praised their starting rotation, which has been one of the team’s strong points. However, he highlighted areas needing improvement, particularly the bullpen and the outfield. “There’s a lot of guys on the open market that could improve our roster,” Mattingly said, emphasizing that the Phillies are poised to make strategic moves if the right players are available.
One name speculated as a potential target for the Phillies’ outfield is free-agent star Juan Soto, who headlines this year’s class. Adding a high-impact player like Soto could further strengthen an already formidable lineup featuring Bryce Harper, Trea Turner, and Kyle Schwarber.
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The Phillies, who last won the World Series in 2008 and came close in 2009 and 2022, aim to break their championship drought. With the team’s impressive foundation and Mattingly’s focus on targeted roster enhancements, Philadelphia is positioning itself as a serious contender once again in 2025.
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