As the Philadelphia Phillies look to build on their recent improvement, they’ll be seeking ways to upgrade the roster ahead of the trade deadline.
With their rough start to the season beginning to fade from view, the Phillies are now focused on winning games and demonstrating that they can again be a contender in the National League.
This is a franchise that has made four consecutive playoff appearances, and the goal is to extend that streak to five. Although the season has been far from flawless, the team has looked significantly better lately. Philadelphia may not yet be operating at full strength, but they’re winning games and in the end, that’s what matters most.
Still, the Phillies have clear weaknesses to address, with improving offensive production likely at the top of the list.
Kerry Miller of Bleacher Report recently floated a trade idea that would send Mike Trout to Philadelphia in exchange for Gage Wood and Justin Crawford.
Trout to Philly Would Be a Blockbuster
Given his no-trade clause and massive contract with the Los Angeles Angels, any Trout trade would require many conditions to align. Not long ago, his deal seemed nearly impossible to move, but Trout has since returned to health and high-level performance.
In terms of fit with the Phillies, he could step right into center field and deliver much-needed offensive firepower. Imagining a top of the order featuring Trout, Bryce Harper, and Kyle Schwarber would strike fear into any pitching staff.
That said, while Trout is playing well, the Angels would almost certainly need to absorb a substantial portion of his remaining salary. In the proposed deal, with Gage Wood and Justin Crawford heading to Los Angeles, the Angels would likely be taking on a sizable chunk of that contract.
Wood is considered one of Philadelphia’s most valuable trade chips right now, and moving him would require a player of Trout’s caliber in return. Meanwhile, even though Crawford has struggled at the major-league level, he remains young with significant upside.
Overall, while many pieces would need to fall into place to finalize a deal, the potential fit for both teams is definitely there.
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