The Philadelphia Phillies entered the 2025 postseason with high hopes of winning the championship and a 96-66 record that easily won them the NL East title. But that confidence fell apart in the NLDS against the Dodgers, which ended in four games with a throwing error by pitcher Orion Kerkering in the 11th inning that led to a 2-1 walk-off loss. The mistake on a routine comebacker with the bases loaded showed how thin the lines are between October glory and terrible exits.

The Phillies are now in a very tough spot on the free agent market. The team needs Kyle Schwarber back, but his value on the market has gone up a lot since he led Major League Baseball with 132 RBIs and the National League with 56 home runs in 2025. If the 33-year-old designated hitter’s contract talks fall through, Pet

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