Dave Dombrowski is entering his fifth trade deadline with the Phillies. Will the future Hall of Fame executive take his biggest swing yet as Philadelphia’s head of baseball operations?
Dombrowski, known for his comfort level with moving prospects for win-now players in previous stops, has shown more restraint during his time with the club. His most transformative deadline in 2022 led to the Phillies adding a starting center fielder, a key utility player and two arms that took down key innings on the way to a World Series appearance.
With fans craving a big move, it’s time for our staff to take a look at some of Dombrowski’s best — and worst — deadline acquisitions as Phillies president of baseball operations.