The former Phillies shortstop joined the league in free agency The Phillies may see one of their former hitters play for their division championship after joining the team as a free agent.
Philadelphia Phillies After Bryce Harper moved to first base in 2023 and played the position at a high level, the writing is on the wall that the Phillies could move on from Rhys Hoskins next season. Hoskins will become a free agent in 2024 and didn’t play a single game last year due to a torn ACL suffered during spring training. Cold water was thrown on its market value.
Because of that, some thought the Phillies might re-sign him to a friendly contract. However, Dave Dombrowski said Harper is Philly’s number one prospect going forward. He said Hoskins knew and made a good decision. So, with the former slugger considering wearing a different uniform next season, Andy McCullough of the Athletic reports that Hoskins will be going to the Phillies.
The division of the Washington Nationals is the competition. The Nationals are in a good position to offer Hoskins an entry-level contract and put him back on the market if he finds good health and further success in 2024. Teams could also use veterans to ensure their youth. he writes It is a process for both parties. Hoskins needs playing time to increase his value moving forward, and the Nationals need to add more talent to their roster.
He has a career .242/.353/.492 streak over six MLB seasons. He had 148 home runs and 405 RBIs. With the Phillies releasing Hoskins, they may have to look for the second-longest player for their division rival in Washington.
