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Phillies Win Trade With Bowlan | Philadelphia Phillies News

The Phillies pulled off a stunning trade win by sending Matt Strahm to the Royals and landing Jonathan Bowlan — a move that’s now paying off in spades. Strahm, once a reliable All-Star closer for Philly, has cratered with Kansas City, posting a sky-high ERA and negative advanced stats. Meanwhile, Bowlan has emerged as a breakout bullpen star for the Phillies, striking out batters and posting elite metrics while saving the team millions. With Strahm’s contract gone and Bowlan locked in for years, this trade is now a textbook example of smart, high-impact roster maneuvering. Listen in…

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