Harper Calls for Phillies Upgrades as Trade Deadline Looms
Bryce Harper voiced the need for roster improvements, and manager Don Mattingly weighed in, with the deadline set for 6 p.m. ET Monday.
Bryce Harper spoke openly about the Phillies needing roster upgrades ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Manager Don Mattingly followed up the next morning with his own candid response to Harper's comments. The trade deadline is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET on Monday. The exchange signals internal pressure on the Phillies front office to act before the deadline.
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