The Philadelphia Phillies just nailed their bid and walked off with a shiny midseason addition, edging out the competition by just enough to win the showcase item: one veteran reliever with October experience and no assembly required. The New York Mets had their eyes on the same prize, but in the end, David Robertson signed with their rivals.
The game isn’t over yet. Now it’s the Mets’ turn to bid on the next prize, Minnesota Twins reliever Griffin Jax, another rising arm the Phillies have shown interest in. All the Amazins need is to make the move every Price Is Right fan knows; outbid Philly by exactly one dollar (or a slightly better prospect), and suddenly they’re the ones headed to the Showcase Showdown, leaving Philly stuck with the consolation prize.