The Philadelphia Phillies find themselves at a critical juncture heading into the 2026 season. After a disappointing postseason exit to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS, the front office must act decisively to address glaring roster deficiencies, particularly in the outfield. According to MLB Network insider Jon Morosi, the Phillies represent a realistic trade partner for the Los Angeles Angels ' outfielders, and acquiring Taylor Ward makes significant sense from both a baseball and financial standpoint. Ward, who hit 36 home runs in 2025 with a robust 117 wRC+ and .766 OPS over 156 games, represents the exact type of veteran right-handed power bat the Phillies desperately need.

The Angels, mired in an 11-year playoff drought with a rebuilding mandate under new management, are ex

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