It was another disappointing Red October for the Philadelphia Phillies, so fans could be forgiven for putting any enthusiasm for 2026 on the back burner for now. But former MLB general manager and league insider Jim Bowden might be offering some reason for excitement during his rundown of the top 50 free agents this offseason (subscription required).
In his piece, Bowden offers a comprehensive look at what each player has to offer, proposes a realistic contract offer, and most importantly mentions which clubs would be the best fit for each player. Notably, the Phillies figure prominently here, with Bowden including them on his short list for each of his top five available free agent hitters.