Here’s an interesting potential starting pitching target. The Phillies, according to Sports Illustrated’s Tom Verducci, have shown interest in former Angels starter Patrick Sandoval. Other teams are in the mix as well.
The lefty had Tommy John surgery in June and will likely be out until 2026. Verducci wrote that Sandoval is “an intriguing buy-low option as a middle of the rotation lefty with a nasty changeup.”
Any deal for Sandoval would be for at least two years with the expectation that he will be ready to go in 2026. If the Phillies sign Sandoval, it could be a precursor to the team not re-signing Ranger Suárez when he becomes a free agent after the 2025 season. — Destiny Lugardo