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CBS News
2 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
Philadelphia Phillies, reliever David Robertson reach agreement on deal, reports say
The Philadelphia Phillies and right-handed reliever David Robertson have agreed on a one-year deal, according to multiple reports on Sunday. The Athletic reports the Phillies will pay Robertson about $5.5 million on a pro-rated, one-year, $16 million contract. The deal will cost the Phillies approximately $12 million, including the 110% tax they have to pay on every dollar for being over the fourth luxury-tax threshold, according to The Athletic. This will be Robertson's third time he will play for the Phillies in his 16-year career. He signed a two-year deal with the Phillies before the 2019 season, but only played in seven games. He suffered an elbow injury that later required Tommy John surgery. Robertson was also with the Phillies in the 2022 season, where the team made a run to the World Series and lost against the Houston Astros. Robertson, 40, has yet to pitch in a game in the 2025 season. He last pitched in a game in the 2024 season in September with the Texas Rangers. Last season, Robertson had a 3.00 ERA in 68 games and had two saves. The Phillies have desperately needed help in the bullpen, and will likely make more moves to upgrade their pitching before the trade deadline on July 31. Philadelphia entered Sunday ranked 23rd in baseball in bullpen ERA. Earlier in the season, the Phillies lost key reliever José Alvarado when he was suspended for 80 games without pay after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.
New York Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Phillies reach agreement with veteran right-handed reliever David Robertson: Source
The Phillies have taken the first step toward upgrading their bullpen, reaching an agreement with free-agent right-hander David Robertson, a source told The Athletic. The deal is pending a physical. Robertson, who turned 40 in April, threw for teams Saturday in Providence, R.I. Terms of his agreement are not known, but his deal likely is for the rest of the season only. Advertisement The Phillies entered Sunday ranked 23rd in the majors in bullpen ERA. Their best reliever, José Alvarado, currently is serving an 80-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball's joint drug agreement. Alvarado will return in August, but will not be eligible for the postseason. Robertson has not appeared in a game since late last September. He spent the 2024 season with the Texas Rangers, producing a 3.00 ERA with 99 strikeouts and 27 walks in 72 innings. At the end of the season, Robertson, who is self-represented, declined his end of a mutual option with the Rangers, accepting a $1.5 million buyout for the ability to test free agency. Once he joins the Phillies, Robertson will begin his 17th season in the majors. He signed with the Phillies as a free agent in 2019, but appeared in only seven games before undergoing Tommy John surgery. His first seven seasons were with the New York Yankees. He made the All-Star team as a Yankee in 2011, and rejoined them in a trade from the Chicago White Sox in July 2017. In addition to those teams and the Rangers, Robertson has pitched for the New York Mets, Chicago Cubs, Miami Marlins and Tampa Bay Rays. The Mets and Yankees were among the teams interested in signing him before the Phillies struck. The Athletic's Will Sammon contributed to this report
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Phillies' José Alvarado Could Be Trade Candidate for Retooling Clubs
Phillies' José Alvarado Could Be Trade Candidate for Retooling Clubs originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Philadelphia Phillies, despite currently holding the best record in the National League, have needs to address before making another crack at the World Series. Namely, they could use at least one more back-end reliever and an upgrade in the outfield. Advertisement But unlike most clubs, who only have minor league prospects to offer, Philly may have a different valuable commodity. José Alvarado was an elite reliever just two years ago, and his rocket arm was working well early this season (2.70 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, 25 Ks in 20 innings) before the league dropped an 80-game suspension on him for a banned substance. Whether Alvarado's mistake was an honest one or not, it put the Phils in a bad spot. And when he does come back from his suspension, it might not be with open arms - soon after, he'll still have to sit out the playoffs. Which is why they should consider cashing in if he provides them good value. José Alvarado was a perfect seven-for-seven converting saves this season. He also had 64 overall holds dating back to 2021, when the Phillies first acquired Streicher-Imagn Images The lefty carries a $9 million club option for next season - not cheap, but still less than the $11 million annual figure that current closers Jeff Hoffman and Carlos Estévez got in free agency this past offseason. It's not a bad pitch for teams with their eyes on 2026. Advertisement The Baltimore Orioles didn't envision being one of the worst clubs in baseball after two straight postseason appearances. With a few of their relievers on expiring deals, they could see Alvarado as part of the answer to a quick turnaround next year. It also helps that Philly has been linked to center fielder Cedric Mullins. The NL Central and West are both in four-way races at the moment. The same can be said for every division in the AL. Eventually, someone *should* fall behind the pack and focus on a retool for next year. But even with that, MLB will no doubt have a seller's market this year. The demand for quality additions far outweighs what's expected to be available. Trades won't be made easily. If Alvarado's high-risk, high-reward appeal helps lower the Phillies' prospect cost, they ought to at least consider it. Related: Dave Dombrowski Details Phillies' Offseason Trade for Jesús Luzardo This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Hear how Brighton ace Andrew Everson bounced back from shaky start in playoff baseball win
Phillies' José Alvarado suspended after testing positive for performance-enhancing substance Philadelphia Phillies pitcher José Alvarado is suspended for 80 games without pay after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance, violating Major League Baseball's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program, according to the Office of the Commissioner of Baseball. He is also ineligible for the postseason this year because of the suspension. 3:30 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
USA Today
31-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Dodgers collecting information on Yankees' fan claim of falling concrete
Dodgers collecting information on Yankees' fan claim of falling concrete Show Caption Hide Caption Young baseball fan copies Phillies pitcher José Alvarado's moves During an MLB game, 12-year-old fan Princeton 'Prince' Bailey mimicked Phillies player José Alvarado as he delivered his pitch in Philadelphia, PA. The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees 8-5 in a World Series rematch at Dodger Stadium on Friday night, where a Yankees fan reported being hit by a falling piece of concrete, according to The Athletic. Yankees fan Ricardo Aquino told The Athletic that during the third inning, while sitting in Section 10, he was hit by a piece of concrete and experienced pain, but he did not suffer any life-threatening injuries. Medical professionals examined Aquino, and the Dodgers have released a statement acknowledging the claim and confirming that they are investigating the situation. 'We are aware of the report,' the Dodgers stated to The Athletic. 'We cannot comment further until we have all the information, which we are currently collecting.' Other fans claimed to see the piece of concrete fall, first thinking that someone threw it at him. 'I initially thought someone had thrown something, and my first instinct was to call for security," a fan recounted to The Athletic. "But then Aquino showed us the rock, and it was clear that it had fallen from the stadium and hit him.' More: 'We love superstars': Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge do damage in Dodgers-Yankees rematch Dodgers Stadium Dodger Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Dodgers, opened in 1962 and is the third oldest Major League Baseball stadium in the United States. Over the past decade, the stadium has undergone significant renovations, with the most recent major updates completed in 2021. The most recent renovations focused on enhancing the Centerfield Plaza and included the addition of fan-centered entertainment options such as restaurants, bars, and standing room viewing areas.
