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Nick Castellanos says his messy Phillies exit taught him to curb emotions in the moment, speak up sooner when frustrated, and address issues before they pile up. He doesn’t regret speaking honestly when asked, has signed a one-year deal with the Padres, and expects to split time as a designated hitter and outfielder, while wishing Philadelphia had won a World Series.
Nick Castellanos signed with the San Diego Padres after being released by the Philadelphia Phillies, with the Padres planning to deploy him at first base, in the outfield, and as a designated hitter. He trained at first base this offseason; San Diego will owe him the $780,000 major-league minimum while Philadelphia covers the rest of his $20 million contract. The move aims to boost offense and add veteran speed in a contract year, though Castellanos’ fit in a new clubhouse remains to be seen.
San Diego signed Nick Castellanos to a league-minimum MLB deal, adding a veteran right-handed bat who could split first-base duties with Gavin Sheets and serve as a DH/backup outfielder, with Laureano in left and an open 40-man roster slot delaying any immediate moves; Castellanos will try to rebound after a disappointing Phillies tenure marked by defensive struggles and clubhouse tensions.
The Philadelphia Phillies signed veteran utilityman Dylan Moore to a minor-league contract with a non-roster invitation to spring training, adding veteran bench depth to Rob Thomson’s roster. Moore, who has seven MLB seasons and spent time with the Mariners and Rangers, will compete for a multi-positional role off the Phillies’ bench and can play everywhere except catcher, offering defensive flexibility and a platoon-friendly bat.
Philadelphia officially re-signed J.T. Realmuto and acknowledged they were close to signing Bo Bichette before the Mets swooped in; the club plans to stay prudent on spending, with payroll around $281M and a 110% luxury tax, and is expected to move on from Nick Castellanos. Zack Wheeler is progressing after thoracic outlet surgery with no fixed return date, while the rotation currently features Aaron Nola, Cristopher Sanchez, Jesus Luzardo, Taijuan Walker, and top prospect Andrew Painter contending for the fifth spot, with possible minor additions forthcoming.
The Phillies were close to acquiring Bo Bichette, but he chose the Mets’ three-year, $126 million deal over a longer Phillies offer. Dombrowski called it a gut punch and the club pivoted to re-signing J.T. Realmuto for three years and $45 million, with no immediate plans to pursue additional multiyear free agents as Bichette heads back to free agency next offseason.
The Phillies kept catcher J.T. Realmuto on a three-year, $45 million deal with up to $5 million per year in incentives (potentially $60 million total), while the Mets pivoted to Bo Bichette, signing him to a three-year, $126 million contract and planning to deploy him at third base in the National League East after his time with the Blue Jays.
The Mets sign Bo Bichette to a 3-year, $126 million deal with opt-outs after years 1 and 2, adding a powerful bat as they rebuild and potentially reshuffle the infield; the move shakes the market after Kyle Tucker's record deal, prompting Toronto to move on, Philadelphia to pivot toward Realmuto, and Boston to recalibrate while Bichette’s position at third remains part of a larger infield logjam.
Bo Bichette agreed to a three-year, high-average annual value deal with the Mets, with opt-outs after each season, after Philadelphia reportedly made a seven-year bid near $200 million. The Phillies countered by re-signing J.T. Realmuto to a three-year, $45 million contract, while the Dodgers landed Kyle Tucker on a short-term mega deal. The piece analyzes how CBT/tax considerations and looming CBA changes are pushing teams toward shorter, high-AAV contracts rather than long, blockbuster seven- or eight-year deals.
Philadelphia re-signed catcher J.T. Realmuto to a three-year, $45 million contract with $5 million per year in incentives, a quick pivot after briefly pursuing Bo Bichette before Bichette signed with the Mets.
The Phillies reportedly held a Zoom meeting with free-agent shortstop Bo Bichette that went very well, fueling optimism about a potential signing that would likely require major roster changes, possibly moving on from J.T. Realmuto or Alec Bohm; Philadelphia remains focused on Realmuto and is not pursuing Alex Bregman, while other teams like the Dodgers and Yankees are also monitoring Bichette.
The Good Phight rounds up ongoing Bo Bichette rumors and the Phillies’ pursuit, notes MLB Pipeline ranking Andrew Painter as the 4th-best right-handed pitching prospect, and includes Strahm’s take on whether Philadelphia ‘produces men,’ along with additional Phillies and MLB news items.
Max Kepler, a free-agent outfielder with a career .235/.316/.425 slash line, has been suspended for 80 games after testing positive for the performance-enhancing drug Epitrenbolone, following a season with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Max Kepler received an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug, which affects his availability and earning potential, especially as a free agent and for the 2026 playoffs.
Phillies president Dombrowski had a positive, private conversation with star Bryce Harper following recent comments that hurt Harper, who expressed disappointment over being questioned about his performance after a less-than-elite season, amid ongoing team discussions.