The Philadelphia Phillies may look to pursue a major trade this summer, whether before or at the trade deadline. With their sights set on another deep postseason run, they are likely to go all-in for additional firepower to compete with teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres.
Although the Atlanta Braves, divisional rivals, have had a slow start, they are expected to bounce back. However, based on the early season trends, the National League East could become a two-team race between the Phillies and the New York Mets.
A recent trade proposal from Bleacher Report’s Tyler Ward during a live stream suggested that the Phillies could send third baseman Alec Bohm and outfielder Brandon Marsh to the Chicago White Sox in exchange for outfielder Luis Robert Jr.
Robert Jr., a 27-year-old Cuban talent, has been one of the few bright spots on a struggling White Sox team. His career averages of 30 home runs, 84 RBIs, a .266 batting average, a .786 OPS, and a 116 OPS+ over 162 games show his potential.
While Robert Jr. may not be as strong defensively as Marsh, he still offers excellent range and a strong arm. Marsh, though, is a solid hitter with a .267 batting average, a .788 OPS, and a 118 OPS+, along with some power since joining the Phillies in 2022.
While Robert Jr. could certainly provide a boost to a star-studded roster, trading away both Marsh and the dependable Bohm for him feels like a steep price. Additionally, Robert Jr. has durability concerns, having played 100 games only twice (in 2024 and 2023).
Should the Phillies be targeting top-tier talent? Yes. Would Robert Jr. add value to a team already filled with big names? Also yes. However, this trade seems like a high cost for the Phillies, and the White Sox—still a few years away from competing—would likely be better off pursuing a younger pool of prospects rather than acquiring a pair of veterans.
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