So, big news for the Phillies fans out there. They’ve just made a pretty solid move. They’re keeping Matt Strahm around a bit longer. Yep, you heard it right. The team and the left-handed pitcher have shaken hands on an extension that’ll keep him in Philadelphia through 2025. And guess what? There’s even an option for 2026. If you’re curious about the nitty-gritty,
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Now, let’s talk dollars and cents. Strahm’s wallet is gonna be a bit heavier with $7.5 million coming his way in 2024. This is all part of a two-year, $15 million deal he inked last offseason. And for those who love the details, here’s a breakdown of Strahm’s new contract terms,
: In 2025, he’ll earn another $7.5 million. For 2026, there’s a $4.5 million club option that could bump up based on how many innings he pitches in 2025. If he hits 60 innings, that option automatically jumps to $7.5 million.
Strahm, who’s now 32, had an interesting start last season. He was initially part of the rotation, stepping in because Ranger Suárez was out with an elbow issue. Over six starts, he managed a 3.51 ERA before switching gears back to the bullpen. By the end of 2023, Strahm boasted a 3.29 ERA with 108 strikeouts over 87 2/3 innings. This included 10 starts and 46 relief appearances. Oh, and let’s not forget his postseason performance – 5 1/3 scoreless innings and a save in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Braves, pushing the Phillies to the NLCS.
But wait, there’s more on the Phillies’ pitching front. Taijuan Walker’s dealing with a shoulder issue, so he’ll start the season on the injured list. Spencer Turnbull’s stepping up to fill his shoes in the rotation. As for Strahm? He’s sticking to the bullpen. This spring, he’s given up two runs over six innings, never pitching more than a single inning in any Grapefruit League game. Over eight seasons in the majors, Strahm’s racked up a 3.69 ERA across 35 starts and 228 relief appearances. His journey’s taken him from the Kansas City Royals to the San Diego Padres, then the Boston Red Sox, and now, the Phillies.
Oh, and in other Phillies news, they’ve sent outfielder Jake Cave off to the Colorado Rockies in a minor deal. The 31-year-old, a six-year veteran, found himself edged out of Philadelphia’s bench by the signing of Whit Merrifield.
And there you have it. The Phillies are making moves, shaping their team for the upcoming season. It’s always a bit of a rollercoaster in the world of baseball, isn’t it?
