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Phillies Rumors: ESPN tabs Philly as best fit for top trade target fans will love

As the July 31 trade deadline nears, the Philadelphia Phillies have been widely rumored to be in pursuit of shutdown relievers. Although the bullpen needs a significant upgrade for the playoff push, acquiring an outfielder could be a possibility as well.

Nick Castellanos has been the Phillies’ top offensive outfielder in 2025 with a .269 batting average, 22 doubles, 13 home runs and 55 RBIs. Brandon Marsh’s .244 batting average is the next highest among the team’s outfielders.

Max Kepler has been a failed experiment after signing with the Phillies during the offseason, owning a .