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BREAKING: Harrison Bader OPTS OUT of Philadelphia Phillies Deal | Will Dave Dombrowski PAY UP?
Harrison Bader opts out of his Philadelphia Phillies contract, but will the center fielder return to Citizens Bank Park? Connor Thomas breaks down why Bader's $3 million buyout made the decision a no-brainer and analyzes his true market value beyond the red-hot .305 finish that masked a career .247 batting average.
The discussion examines why re-signing Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto should take priority over Bader, explores Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai as a potential $150 million target, and reveals why the Phillies' free agency timeline will likely differ from last year's slow December…
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