Phillies likely 'No. 1' for Mason Miller
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With Philadelphia willing to trade its 'prospect chips,' an MLB analyst suggests dealing Mick Abel for Athletics closer Mason Miller.
A notable Luis Severino teammate is reportedly drawing interest from multiple teams, with the Philadelphia Phillies seen as the frontrunner to make a trade.
The Phillies are not looking for band-aids for their bullpen. They have tried that. It's been a really long time since Philadelphia made a trade deadline splash, and it's possible they target some of the best relievers in the game who can help the team in 2025 and beyond.
A Phillies-Athletics trade if Mason Miller is moved back to being a starter. Is this the most realistic scenario? No. Miller has been dominant as a closer. One of the best in the game.
Even if they remain in the playoff hunt, Arizona will need to turn at least a few of their expiring contracts into viable pieces for 2026.