Examining the Phillies future payroll as they try to sign Bo Bichette
The Good Phight • • sports
Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Phillies, after securing Kyle Schwarber and signing Adolis Garcia and Brad Keller, are now reportedly the favorites to sign Blue Jays infielder Bo Bichette to a lucrative contract, despite luxury tax constraints and roster challenges.
- The Phillies face a luxury tax payroll close to the $306 million threshold, with a projected $39.6 million in luxury taxes owed before potentially signing Bichette; adding him would increase this burden, requiring strategic roster moves such as trading Alec Bohm.
- Future free agent markets lack hitters of Bichette’s caliber for the next two years, making this offseason a critical opportunity for the Phillies to acquire a top-tier bat, as subsequent classes are considered less attractive.
- The Phillies expect significant payroll relief starting in
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