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Phillies Sign Nestor Cortes | Philadelphia Phillies News
Nasty Nestor is headed to Philly—reportedly signing a Major League deal after recovering from elbow surgery. The 31-year-old lefty, a former 36th-round pick who debuted in 2018, made his name with the Yankees and posted a stellar 2.44 ERA in 2022 (earning All-Star honors). Despite a rough 2023 shortened by injury, he’s healthy now and could slot into either the rotation or bullpen—perfect timing for the Phillies, who need pitching depth after injuries and question marks in their starting lineup. With nine MLB seasons under his belt and a career ERA of 3.94, Cortes brings proven value to a…
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