Phillies' Kyle Schwarber could command $170M market after monstrous season, says MLB insider

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Phillies' Kyle Schwarber could command $170M market after monstrous season, says MLB insider image

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The Philadelphia Phillies have several moves to address this offseason, and the most important name to watch is DH Kyle Schwarber, coming off an MVP-caliber season. However, the Phillies have been cautioned against offering him a long-term deal.

“The Phillies should not re-sign Schwarber to a multi-year contract. Not signing him will hurt the club offensively and the front office would need to have a plan to replace the home run hitter. However, what if they bring him back for multiple years and he begins to decline? Either decision brings a certain amount of risk,” TBOH’s Matt Grazel wrote. “This roster needs substantial changes. While unpopular and risky, the decision not to re-sign Schwarber represents the best chance for Dombrowski to shake up the roster, which is necessary at this point.”

Phillies star Bryce Harper, however, believes it would feel odd without Schwarber.

“I was talking to somebody the other day,” Harper told MLB.com. “And I was like, ‘Man, it would be weird not to have [Schwarber] in our clubhouse.’ He’s such a good leader. He’s such a good person in the community. Great family, great person. I think he’s a guy that obviously our team can build around. Obviously, he’s going to make a lot of money [as a free agent]. He’s going to be a very hot commodity on the market.”

Recently, MLB insider Jim Bowden provided a contract update regarding Schwarber if the Phillies do decide to bring him back.

“Kyle Schwarber's market sounds like five years, $150M-$170M, from what Jim Bowden is hearing,” Foul Territory posted.

The expectation is that Schwarber could remain in Philadelphia, with the market range already set. However, the Phillies may view him as too risky given his current age.

This offseason is crucial for the Phillies, as their championship window is still open but could quickly close. Schwarber has been a key part of the team’s recent success, and the mutual desire for a reunion is clear.

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