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The Philadelphia Phillies are in for a big 2025 season with several players set to hit free agency next offseason. The team has had their shortcomings in the postseason over the years, and time is running out for them to win with this current group of players.<\/p>\n

Phillies\u2019 Kyle Schwarber interested in contract extension<\/h2>\n
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However, some of the players have expressed interest in staying in Philadelphia long-term. Designated hitter Kyle Schwarber joins catcher J.T. Realmuto as the players that have expressed a level of interest in staying with the Phillies past their current contracts.<\/p>\n

\u201cI know there\u2019s interest on our side,\u201d Schwarber said, via Matt Gelb of The Athletic. \u201cWe\u2019ll see what happens throughout this camp \u2014 if they approach us and we get deeper and deeper into discussions. I\u2019ve always enjoyed my time here.\u201d<\/p>\n

Schwarber is a crucial piece to the Phillies<\/h2>\n

Schwarber is a key piece to the Phillies\u2019 lineup. He typically bats leadoff for them and provides them with an immediate spark at the top of the order. This past season, Schwarber blasted 38 home runs with a .851 OPS and a 135 wRC+.<\/p>\n

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The lefty-swinging slugger turns 32 on March 5, so while committing to him long-term can be risky given that he relies on raw power, he is still a crucial component to their success. Schwarber also comes through in big moments, making him even more impactful to a Phillies team that is loaded with talent but with nothing to show for up to this point.<\/p>\n

How Schwarber performs in 2025 could have major implications on a future contract for him. Only time will tell if the Phillies will engage with Schwarber\u2019s camp about a long-term commitment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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