Now-former Philadelphia Phillies reliever Matt Strahm was traded Friday to the Kansas City Royals for right-hander Jonathan Bowlan. Although it's a one-for-one swap, the Phillies shed nearly $6.7 million of salary in the deal. It's always tough to move on from certain players, especially ones that played key roles in the team's success.
Strahm had his moments in Philadelphia, but now it has come to an end after three seasons. He had his ups and downs but found his role in the Phillies' bullpen as one of their reliable lefties.
When the Phillies were desperate for starters in 2023, Strahm offered himself as a longman out of the 'pen.