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Phillies linked to move Dave Dombrowski 'loves' to make in exciting trade rumor
TL;DR
The Philadelphia Phillies are showing improved performance and may become buyers ahead of the August 3rd trade deadline. Dave Dombrowski is reportedly interested in a significant trade move.
Key points
- Phillies are nearly at .500 with recent strong performances
- Don Mattingly's leadership has improved the team's play
- Dave Dombrowski is interested in a major trade move
- Phillies could become buyers by the August 3rd trade deadline
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The Philadelphia Phillies are nearly at .500 with their strong performances lately since Don Mattingly took over. Instead of being a bottom-feeder and heading towards the trade deadline as sellers, the Phillies look like legitimate buyers right now.
At 20-22, the Phillies have been heating up, and could easily become buyers by the August 3rd trade deadline.
According to Robert Murray of Fansided.com, the Phillies, if they're buyers, are linked to a move that Dave Dombrowski loves to make.
"But if they buy, it's clear they need another big hitter in the lineup," Murray writes. "Who that could be remains to be seen - buyers and sellers still have months to establish themselves - but Dave Dombrowski loves to swing big."
With Dombrowski loving to take a big swing at the trade deadline, this year might finally be the season in which the Phillies don't pull any punches and target an elite hitter to bolster the lineup in what could be a very exciting roster move.
Phillies linked to exciting trade rumor as deadline buyers
The Phillies winding up as buyers after their start to the season would be a win on its own. That would mean they have a legitimate chance to make the postseason, which is an accomplishment after the 9-19 start.
Q&A
What trade move are the Phillies linked to before the deadline?
The Phillies are linked to a trade move that Dave Dombrowski is reportedly excited about, although specific details of the move are not disclosed.
How have the Phillies performed recently under Don Mattingly?
Since Don Mattingly took over, the Phillies have shown strong performances, improving their record to nearly .500.
What is the significance of the August 3rd trade deadline for the Phillies?
The August 3rd trade deadline is significant for the Phillies as they may shift from being sellers to buyers, impacting their roster for the remainder of the season.
