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Harrison Bader Declines $10 Million Option with Phillies

11/12/2025

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Harrison Bader opted out of his $10 million mutual option with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Bader appeared in 14 games for the Reds in 2023, hitting .147.
In 2025, he batted .305 with 17 extra-base hits in 50 games for the Phillies.
The Reds seek outfield depth, especially a center fielder for TJ Friedl, but Bader’s cost may exceed their budget after a postseason loss.

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Harrison Bader opted out of his $10 million mutual option with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Bader appeared in 14 games for the Reds in 2023, hitting .147.
In 2025, he batted .305 with 17 extra-base hits in 50 games for the Phillies.
The Reds seek outfield depth, especially a center fielder for TJ Friedl, but Bader’s cost may exceed their budget after a postseason loss.