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    Jon Conahan
    Jon Conahan
    Oct 28, 2025, 12:00
    Updated at: Oct 28, 2025, 12:00

    Entering the offseason, it's evident that the Philadelphia Phillies have some work to do. On paper, the Phillies still seem to be in a decent spot, but given the organization hasn't found the success it's been looking for in the postseason in recent years, it's better to make a move to try to fix that. 

    Whether that comes with moving on from some of their core pieces or trying to make another blockbuster signing or trade, the Phillies have to figure something out. 

    According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, one of the players they could look to move on from is Alec Bohm, who he ranked as one of the top 10 trade candidates entering the offseason. 

    He later added that the Los Angeles Angels could be a fit, and I think there could be a clear trade path depending on what both sides would have to give up on top of each player. 

    “Bohm has been the Phillies’ regular third baseman for the last five years, averaging 16 homers and 89 RBIs over 162 games. He has basically plateaued as a player, however, hitting his ceiling as a slightly above-average major leaguer. At 29, Bohm could benefit from a change of scenery, and an upgrade at the hot corner would help the Phillies too. With both Alex Bregman and Bo Bichette being viable options in free agency, it would make sense for the Phillies to deal Bohm at this time.

    “He’s controllable for one more year and his best trade fit could be with the Los Angeles Angels,” he wrote.

    One player later, he named Jo Adell as a potential trade candidate. With the Phillies' apparent need for an outfield bat, why not try to go out and land a 26-year-old who has all the tools in the world and just hit 37 home runs? 

    The chances of a one-for-one trade for big league player is somewhat slim, but if the Phillies could get something done on that front, I do think it's a trade that could work out for both sides. 

    Again, it might be a bit surprising to see, but if one team had to give up some prospects and the other figured it out, it might be one that works for both sides.