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Phillies Boost Bullpen with Jhoan Duran Trade

9/20/2025

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The Philadelphia Phillies acquired closer Jhoan Duran from the Minnesota Twins to strengthen their bullpen before the MLB trade deadline.
President Dave Dombrowski acknowledged the need for improvement after losing key pitchers and facing a suspension for José Alvarado.
Duran boasts a 1.53 ERA, 22 strikeouts, and 15 saves in 20 appearances.
The Phillies traded Mick Abel and Eduardo Tait for Duran, enhancing their roster significantly.
Duran's fastball reaches 102 mph, revitalizing the Phillies' bullpen and boosting their postseason prospects.

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Story summary

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired closer Jhoan Duran from the Minnesota Twins to strengthen their bullpen before the MLB trade deadline.
President Dave Dombrowski acknowledged the need for improvement after losing key pitchers and facing a suspension for José Alvarado.
Duran boasts a 1.53 ERA, 22 strikeouts, and 15 saves in 20 appearances.
The Phillies traded Mick Abel and Eduardo Tait for Duran, enhancing their roster significantly.
Duran's fastball reaches 102 mph, revitalizing the Phillies' bullpen and boosting their postseason prospects.