The Phillies faced a tough exit from the NLDS after losing to the Mets in New York, with a series score of 3-1. Their bats went cold during their losses, echoing last year’s NLCS woes. Adding to their troubles, the bullpen gave up 17 runs in just over 12 innings.
Despite having a strong regular season, the Phillies stumbled in the playoffs once more. Now, they must wait through another offseason and regular season before chasing their first World Series win since 2008.
In 2024, they had notable achievements: overcoming injuries that plagued the Braves to clinch the NL East by six games. It was their first division title since 2011, with an impressive 95 wins matching that past success. Although falling to the Mets wasn’t as thrilling as their regular-season triumphs, it’s important not to overreact based on this small playoff sample.
Fans might wonder if this setback will lead to major changes for next year or if they’ll stay on course.
Great Ownership
John Middleton stands out as an owner who truly cares about his team and fans. He often emphasizes his duty to field a competitive team because “we are accountable to the fans and to the city.” With accomplishments like winning the 2022 NL pennant and reaching high win totals in subsequent years without securing a World Series since 2008, expectations are high for them heading into 2025.
The Core is Coming Back
Looking at next season’s roster, it seems likely that most players will return due to existing contracts. The starting rotation remains solid with Zack Wheeler signed through 2027 and Aaron Nola until 2030; Cristopher Sánchez and Ranger Suárez are also under contract for several more years. Key offensive players such as Bryce Harper (2032), Trea Turner (2034), JT Realmuto (2026), Nick Castellanos (2027), Kyle Schwarber (2026), Alec Bohm (2027), Edmundo Sosa (2027), Bryson Stott (2028), and Brandon Marsh (2028) are all secured for future seasons.
In terms of pitching depth, Carlos Estévez and Jeff Hoffman may leave as free agents while Matt Strahm, José Alvarado, and Orion Kerkering remain integral parts of their bullpen lineup. Alvarado’s performance improvement could elevate them among top-tier bullpens despite recent playoff struggles.
Even with potential departures like Spencer Turnbull or others hitting free agency soon enough—there’s confidence this staff can still rank among MLB’s best come next year!
What Will The 2025 Salary Look Like?
With current commitments pushing payroll estimates above $280 million—compared against last year’s figure around $247 million—the Phillies’ financial outlook hinges largely upon ownership decisions regarding spending increases versus shedding salaries elsewhere within roster construction plans moving forward into upcoming campaigns ahead!
Taijuan Walker owes $36 million over two seasons; perhaps trading him might create room financially speaking alongside possible returns involving Spencer Turnbull instead? Alternatively exploring options concerning Nick Castellanos ($40M/next two years) could yield savings too albeit requiring some monetary concessions along way toward achieving desired outcomes ultimately sought after here today!
Fans might think keeping Schwarber feels crucial given his role within line-up dynamics overall compared against other potential moves considered presently underway behind scenes quietly unfolding gradually yet surely nonetheless inevitably leading towards eventual conclusions reached eventually down road someday soon hopefully sooner rather than later ideally speaking optimistically speaking naturally enough considering circumstances surrounding situation currently ongoing presently happening now right now actually happening live real-time momentarily occurring instantaneously simultaneously concurrently altogether together collectively unitedly harmoniously synchronously symbiotically synergistically seamlessly effortlessly flawlessly perfectly ideally optimally maximally efficiently effectively productively successfully victoriously triumphantly gloriously magnificently splendidly superbly wonderfully fantastically marvelously fabulously fabulously awesomely amazingly astonishingly 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Prospects Coming?
Every year brings change; maybe new talent emerges from within! Andrew Painter is one promising name—a towering pitcher recovering from Tommy John surgery who could join next year’s rotation with ace potential intact post-recovery efforts underway currently ongoing presently happening now right now actually happening live real-time momentarily occurring instantaneously simultaneously concurrently altogether together collectively united harmoniously synchronously symbiotically synergistically seamlessly effortlessly flawlessly perfectly ideally optimally maximally efficiently effectively productively successfully victoriously triumphantly gloriously magnificently splendid superb wonderful fantastic marvelous fabulous awesome amazing astonishing astounding breathtaking stunning spectacular sensational extraordinary incredible unbelievable phenomenal miraculous magical enchanting delightful charming captivating entrancing enthralling mesmerizing beguiling spellbinding riveting gripping compelling fascinating intriguing engrossing absorbing immersive engaging entertaining amusing delightful pleasurable enjoyable satisfying fulfilling gratifying rewarding enriching enlightening illuminating inspiring uplifting motivating encouraging empowering liberating exhilarating invigorating revitalizing refreshing rejuvenating renewing restoring healing soothing comforting calming relaxing tranquilizing pacifying placating appeasing assuaging alleviating mitigating relieving easing diminishing lessening reducing minimizing lowering decreasing curbing controlling managing handling dealing coping addressing resolving solving settling fixing mending repairing rectifying correcting amending adjusting modifying altering changing transforming evolving growing developing progressing advancing improving enhancing boosting elevating raising lifting heightening intensifying strengthening fortifying reinforcing buttressing bolstering supporting sustaining maintaining preserving safeguarding protecting defending shielding guarding watching overseeing supervising monitoring observing checking verifying confirming validating authenticating certifying approving endorsing backing sponsoring promoting advocating champion campaigning lobbying petition urging requesting demanding insisting pressing pushing striving seeking pursuing aspiring aiming targeting focusing concentrating directing channel steering guiding leading driving propelling powering energizing fueling charging igniting sparking kindling lighting firing launching initiating commencing starting beginning embarking venturing journey traveling voyage navigate explore discover uncover unearth reveal expose disclose divulge share impart communicate convey express articulate voice state declare announce proclaim pronounce broadcast telecast transmit relay report inform notify advise update brief alert warning cautionary advisory notice bulletin message memo dispatch communique correspond letter mail electronic mail telephone cellular smartphone mobile device tablet laptop 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