Phillies Shock Fans With Arraez Trade | MLB News

The Phillies stunned everyone by trading for left-handed hitting infielder Luis Arraez instead of the expected right-handed bat—because they couldn’t find a reliable platoon option. Arraez, a three-time batting champ and NL leader with a .324 average, brings elite contact skills and on-base consistency. To make room, Harper shifts to outfield, Stott moves to third, and Bohm takes first—showing the team’s flexibility. Dombrowski gambled big, but believes Arraez is the offensive spark they needed. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2d29964ed90a84cc