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Phillies stay or go: big money contracts
Phillies' big money contracts make trade moves unlikely.
In brief
Phillies' big money contracts make trade moves unlikely. Phillies will keep Bryce Harper, Trea Turner, J.T. Realmuto and other high-salary players due to no-trade clauses and strong performance expectations. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
Phillies' big money contracts
The Phillies are tethered to their big contract guys for a very long time.
Brewers payroll comparison
The NL pennant-winning Milwaukee Brewers have a payroll of $154 million this season.
Phillies' 2027 salary commitment
The Phillies are already on the hook to pay nine players over $217 million combined by 2027.
Harper, Turner, Nola no-trade clauses
Harper, Turner and Nola each have a no-trade clause, which means they cannot be traded without full approval.
Harper's return and Turner's position
Harper is expected to return to first base next season, while Turner's position could be fluid after his defense was called out.
Wheeler, Sánchez, Luzardo pitching
Wheeler, Sánchez and Luzardo are expected to finish in the top five Cy Young voting come November.
Schwarber's value
Schwarber is the reigning NL co-home run king and the Phillies' offensive centerpiece.
Realmuto's contract status
Realmuto signed a new deal last offseason and the Phillies won't trade him despite his declining offense.
Keller's injury status
Keller was shut down in July for Tommy John surgery and may never pitch again for the Phillies.
Phillies' trade options
The Phillies have no realistic trade scenarios for any of their big money players.
Phillies' 2027 roster plan
The Phillies will retain their top pitchers and key players despite contract constraints.
Why trade is unlikely
The Phillies' no-trade clauses and strong performance expectations make trade moves improbable.
The takeaway
Phillies will keep Bryce Harper, Trea Turner, J.T. Realmuto and other high-salary players due to no-trade clauses and strong performance expectations.
