Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher David Robertson (Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports)
The Phillies have declined RHP David Robertson’s option for the 2021 season
One of the most expected moves that the Philadelphia Phillies would make this offseason is declining the $12 million club option on veteran reliever David Robertson‘s contract for the 2021 season.
The organization did just that on Friday, according to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. Instead, the Phillies owe the 2009 World Series champion a $2 million buyout.
The Phillies still have to decide whether they will exercise club options on fellow right-handed pitchers Jake Arrieta, Hector Neris, and David Phelps; only Phelps’ contract would require buyout for less than $1 million.