Phillies' Bryce Harper has an obvious suitor if he were to be traded

Following their Division Series loss, the Philadelphia Phillies face a potential shake-up, with president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski hinting at significant changes, possibly including trading star Bryce Harper. While such a blockbuster move seems unlikely, insider Joel Sherman believes it's a possibility. If the Phillies were to trade Harper, the New York Yankees are identified as the most obvious suitor. This is due to the Yankees' large market, financial capacity to absorb Harper's remaining $330 million on his 13-year deal, their need for a first baseman and a middle-of-the-order bat, and their desperation to win. Despite Harper coming off a statistically down year, his performance would still have ranked favorably among Yankees hitters. His presence would also address the Yankees' lineup inconsistencies and defensive weaknesses, and he has developed into a capable defensive first baseman, making him an ideal ... download the app to read more