The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into a difficult offseason situation.
After failing to secure Kyle Schwarber with an extension before the year began, the power hitter has responded with one of the most dominant offensive campaigns in recent memory.
His value has skyrocketed, forcing the Phillies to either hand out a massive contract or risk losing him to another team.
Each passing day makes it seem increasingly possible that he could depart.
MLB insider Mark Feinsand recently mentioned the Texas Rangers as a potential suitor.
Despite entering his age-33 season, Schwarber’s production has been elite—leading the National League with 45 home runs and 109 RBIs across 127 games, while setting a career-best 4.2 fWAR with over a month still left to play.
Though primarily a designated hitter, he can occasionally fill in at left field and would immediately upgrade any lineup he joins.
For Texas, whose offense has lacked punch, adding Schwarber could be transformative, helping them reestablish themselves after recent struggles.
Still, the Phillies are expected to do everything possible to retain him.
Alongside Bryce Harper, Schwarber is viewed as the heartbeat of the team, and losing him would deal a devastating blow to both the clubhouse and the fan base—regardless of the financial cost.
