2 trades Phillies must make this offseason after early postseason exit

The Philadelphia Phillies have found themselves in a position where an early postseason exit cannot be ignored. Despite having a talented roster, the organization must make difficult decisions to improve their chances of competing for a World Series. General manager Preston Mattingly is focusing on two key areas: the bullpen and the corner outfield.

Firstly, the Phillies need to address their bullpen situation. While closer Jhoan Duran has been an asset, relying on him too heavily proved detrimental during the recent postseason run. The team needs a dependable late-inning reliever to provide flexibility and ensure Duran remains fresh when it truly matters. One potential target is the San Diego Padres, who have demonstrated an effective bullpen depth consisting of Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon, Jason Adam, and rising reliever Bradgley Rodriguez. If Morejon becomes available, Philadelphia should be among the interested teams.

Secondly, the Phillies require an impactful corner outfielder to bolster their lineup. The organization believes that Justin Crawford has center field potential, and Brandon Marsh may still provide significant value despite a decline after the All-Star break. However, adding an established corner outfielder would give the team another offensive threat without disrupting Crawford's development plans.

Trading for a proven hitter rather than an uncertain experiment should be the priority. Names like Boston Red Sox outfielders Jarren Duran and Wilyer Abreu, as well as Matt Shaw, should be considered in the market.