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On this August 31, it's no surprise to see many players signing contracts. Nor is it surprising to see players from the waivers find takers – a la Isiah Kiner-Falefa, in fact.
Why should this be? Because a player on the roster before September 1 is eligible for the playoffs.
That's why so many personnel moves are taking place today. It can't be a transaction, since that's been forbidden for a month for guys on a 40-man roster, but there are ways to move otherwise.
One name to keep an eye on, in that sense, was Walker Buehler. He'd been released by the Red Sox, which gave him the chance to sign somewhere in order to be eligible to pitch in the playoffs.
That's what he did… but not with the Dodgers. I'm a little surprised, though.
The Philadelphia Phillies have put their faith in Buehler. He signed a contract with the Philly outfit in time to be available for the playoffs, where he's capable of excelling.
Right-hander Walker Buehler and the Phladelphia Phillies are finalizing a deal, sources tell ESPN. Buehler was released by the Red Sox and wIill be eligible to play in the postseason for the Phillies.
– Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) August 31, 2025
As good as Buehler is in the playoffs (he shut down the last World Series, among others), his season with the Red Sox has been very difficult. But the Phillies probably figure he could bounce back in other colors.
Buehler will pitch once in AAA to prepare.
It must also be said that Dave Dombrowski's club is looking for help on the mound in 2025. That was true before the deadline, but it's been even truer since Zack Wheeler learned his season was over.
Let's see if the gamble works.
- Blue Jays win, but Max Scherzer's back hurts.
https://twitter.com/KeeganMatheson/status/1962263410311115100
- Teoscar Hernandez needs to give more.
https://twitter.com/FabianArdaya/status/1962227689085091890
- Alek Manoah did well in AAA.
https://twitter.com/PatWGR/status/1962238919434502271
- Nice outing from the veteran.
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