Phillies Consider Trades After NLDS Loss

The Philadelphia Phillies are facing a critical offseason after a disappointing exit in the NLDS, raising calls from fans for significant roster changes. Despite retaining manager Rob Thomson and the coaching staff, the team's president, Dave Dombrowski, acknowledged that the roster cannot remain the same, particularly after star players underperformed during the postseason. With a high payroll and most positions filled, the Phillies may need to explore the trade market to make impactful additions. Potential trade candidates include Bryson Stott, who had a lackluster season, and other veterans like J.T. Realmuto and Nick Castellanos, as the team considers younger options and prospects. There is speculation about pursuing trade targets like Luis Robert and Garrett Crochet from the struggling Chicago White Sox, though this would require a significant investment of prospects. Ultimately, the Phillies are in a position where trading some good players for better fits may be necessary to compete effectively in 2025.