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Phillies Trade RHP Andrew Baker to Rockies for Bonus Pool

5/23/2026

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The Phillies traded right-handed pitcher Andrew Baker to the Rockies for international bonus pool space on Friday.
Baker, a 26-year-old 11th-round 2021 draftee, is 0-1 with a 2.65 ERA and 25 strikeouts in 17 innings this season.
The trade was announced during the Phillies’ home series opener versus the Cleveland Guardians.
The Phillies were 25-25 (13-14 at home) and the Rockies 19-32, seeking improvement before facing Cleveland and Arizona.

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The Phillies traded right-handed pitcher Andrew Baker to the Rockies for international bonus pool space on Friday.
Baker, a 26-year-old 11th-round 2021 draftee, is 0-1 with a 2.65 ERA and 25 strikeouts in 17 innings this season.
The trade was announced during the Phillies’ home series opener versus the Cleveland Guardians.
The Phillies were 25-25 (13-14 at home) and the Rockies 19-32, seeking improvement before facing Cleveland and Arizona.