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Phillies Swing Big With Arraez Trade | Philadelphia Phillies News
The Phillies just pulled off a blockbuster double-trade to ignite their offense and bolster their pitching: they’ve acquired All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez — the AL’s batting leader with a .324 average — from the Giants in exchange for pitchers Ramon Marquez and Marty Gair, while also snagging veteran lefty Brooks Raley from the Mets for outfielder John Spikerman and pitcher Luke Gabrysh. With Arraez set to become a free agent after this season and Raley adding crucial experience, the Phillies are clearly aiming to make a playoff push — currently trailing the Braves by eight games in…
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