Phillies Trade Grade: Harrison Bader immediately upgrades problem outfield

Jul 26, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins left fielder Harrison Bader (12) hits a ground rule double in the eighth inning off Washington Nationals pitcher Jackson Rutledge (79) at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images | Matt Blewett-Imagn ImagesWith the Philadelphia Phillies looking for an outfield upgrade for the second consecutive trade deadline, they managed to get their hopeful piece in Harrison Bader. The Phillies acquired Bader from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for prospect outfielder Hendry Mendez and 16-year-old right-handed pitcher Geremy Villoria. So how well did Philadelphia do with the move?

In adding Bader, he immediately upgrades their…