The offseason’s most notable transaction was first made by the Philadelphia Phillies. Their offseason appeared to be over after they signed Aaron Nola to a seven-year contract. The Phillies didn’t require much, what with their World Series roster and massive salary.
On the other hand, Dave Dombrowski may have different intentions. This offseason is no exception to his habit of seeking for ways to improve his roster.
The signing of Aaron Nola was noted by Mike Petriello of MLB.com, who suggested that this contract may keep Nola in Philadelphia for the remainder of his career.
Upon Aaron Nola’s release from free agency, the Phillies wasted no time re-signing him to a seven-year contract, increasing the likelihood that he will spend the rest of his career in Philadelphia.
With Yoshinobu Yamamoto, a free agent, being a potential addition to the team, what Petriello brings in is more crucial.
Zack Wheeler’s status will be a hot topic for the next season as he approaches the final year of his own contract, which will put him well behind Nola. The Phillies would gain a significant advantage over Atlanta in the East in 2024 if they signed Yamamoto, who would give them a three-headed ace-like situation. Not only would he protect the team from Wheeler’s possible departure, but he would also take some pressure off of the promising young trio of Griff McGarry, Andrew Painter, and Mick Abel.
Among the teams that Petriello thought may benefit from the Japanese star’s talents, the Phillies came out on top. Considering they are a World Series team, his rationale is sound. While Abel, Painter, and McGarry all have the potential to become major league players, it may be beneficial for them to bring in someone with big league experience, such as Yamamoto.
