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Verdugo's Lackluster Yankees Season Raises Phillies Contract Doubts

1/18/2025

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Alex Verdugo's season with the New York Yankees fell short of expectations, posting a .233 batting average and just 13 home runs. Yet, whispers of a potential four-year, $60 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies linger. Still, his recent struggles cast doubt on whether this 29-year-old outfielder will land a long-term deal.

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Alex Verdugo's season with the New York Yankees fell short of expectations, posting a .233 batting average and just 13 home runs. Yet, whispers of a potential four-year, $60 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies linger. Still, his recent struggles cast doubt on whether this 29-year-old outfielder will land a long-term deal.