MLB Insider: Phillies Are Considering a Significant Upgrade as Closer.
One of the best closers available on the free agent market is apparently expected to be signed by the Philadelphia Phillies.
Following several outbursts by Craig Kimbrel during the NLCS, it seems as though the Phillies will let him go this winter. In order to secure a title in 2024, they require a reliable closer who can seal games at the end, and Kimbrel isn’t that person.
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The Phillies can just let the veteran depart and sign a new closer to take his position now that he is eligible for free agency. Given that one of the best closers in baseball is available this winter, that’s also a very alluring option. And lo and behold, Philadelphia appears to be gaining ground on him already.