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Nick Castellanos is becoming a problem in Philly.
Earlier this year, the outfielder didn't like being pulled late in the game to have a defensive lineup. It happened again in recent days in Philly.
And the more time passes, the more we realize that Castellanos isn't playing regularly. These days, his manager plays him very infrequently and he seems to be part of a platoon (playing a guy depending on whether he's hitting from left or right) in right field.
And let's just say that the subject is the talk of Pennsylvania.
Nick Castellanos isn't starting for 2nd time in 3 games. Fair to say RF is a full-on platoon?
Rob Thomson: “It looks that way. I mean, you can call it whatever you want, but at this point in the year, I'm gonna put out what I think is the best lineup on any given day to win.”
– Paul Casella (@Paul_CasellaMLB) September 4, 2025
Castellanos doesn't exactly look happy with his situation, and you have to wonder how keen he is to play elsewhere next year. He still has another year left on his contract, though.
But in any case, this winter, the Phillies will no doubt want to pick up an outfielder who can solve problems in the field with a view to the 2026 season. Because right now, it's just not working.
What if that solution was Kyle Tucker?
We don't know if the Cubs can afford to keep him. But if he does leave, there will undoubtedly be a bidding war for his services… and the Phillies could be at the heart of it.
Free at ESPN: A look at the winter ahead, with a new wave of Japanese players coming to MLB and the nine-figure deals that await them. Deep dives on the Kyles, Bregman, opt-out decisions and club options as labor uncertainty hangs over the market. https://t.co/QwmeXlqXIi
– Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) September 4, 2025
Jeff Passan, in a piece on upcoming free agents, mentioned the Phillies' name in the section reserved for Tucker. The journalist says the club could “desperately” use a big stick in the corners of the infield.
And that's a big deal, Philly….
In my opinion, clubs like the Mets and Dodgers won't necessarily put a lot of money on Tucker this winter. Is he THE star who will want to go to San Francisco? Will the Red Sox put money on an outfielder when they have plenty?
In my eyes, the Phillies, Yankees and Blue Jays are the teams most likely to move Tucker from Chicago. Because to see him stay, let's just say it's not a done deal…
Where will Kyle Tucker sign this offseason?
(w/ @JonHeyman) pic.twitter.com/RmwSrU1PdV
– B/R Walk-Off (@BRWalkoff) September 3, 2025
- Alexis Diaz DFA'd by the Dodgers.
Alex Freeland was optioned, and Alexis Díaz was DFA'd. https://t.co/Q9WzzoJKAh
– Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) September 4, 2025
- Seth Lugo is injured.
The Royals have placed Seth Lugo on the 15-Day IL. Lugo had a 9.11 ERA and 2.03 WHIP in his six starts in August. pic.twitter.com/X198PIl5zS
– FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) September 4, 2025
- Shohei Ohtani will pitch Monday.
Shohei Ohtani's next pitching outing is Monday in Los Angeles, Dave Roberts said.
– Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) September 4, 2025
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