Phillies, Red Sox Reportedly Lead Bids for Twins Closer Jhoan Duran

The Philadelphia Phillies are actively pursuing Minnesota Twins closer Jhoan Durán ahead of the MLB trade deadline, with the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, New York Mets, and Seattle Mariners also showing strong interest. Durán, a dominant reliever throwing over 100 mph with a 2.01 ERA and 16 saves this season, would be a significant bullpen upgrade for any team. However, the Twins are reportedly demanding top prospect Andrew Painter in return, a price the Phillies are reluctant to pay, causing them to consider alternative targets like Griffin Jax. Painter, ranked eighth among MLB prospects, is viewed as a potential future star, making the trade a tough decision for Philadelphia. While negotiations continue, the possibility remains that Durán could be traded to a rival contender, complicating the Phillies' bullpen plans. The situation remains fluid as teams weigh the cost of acquiring one of baseball's premier closers.