The Phillies' wait for J.T. Realmuto to decide on their offer has now turned into a three-week stalemate, with no sign of movement on the horizon. Despite the team making an initial offer shortly after signing Kyle Schwarber's contract extension, there has been radio silence since then.
Former Phillies general manager Rubén Amaro Jr. believes that President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski can't keep waiting for Realmuto to make a decision, as this could lead to losing out on other potential free agents who are still available, particularly right-handed hitting infielders like Alex Bregman and Bo Bichette.
Amaro warned that if the Phillies wait too long, they risk missing their chance at acquiring one of these top players, which would be a significant blow to the team. He suggested that Dombrowski should make a move by mid-January, as all the different pieces on the board could become less available and start looking for better deals.
Amaro's comments echo those of Phillies insider Jim Salisbury, who believes that Realmuto's offer is likely around three years, with some uncertainty over the average annual value. However, it seems unlikely that Realmuto would be willing to settle for anything less than what he was making on his previous deal, which offered him more than $21 million per year.
The Phillies' wait-and-see approach could actually be a blessing in disguise, as it allows them to retain Realmuto on a team-friendly deal without breaking the bank. However, there is still a risk that they might lose out on Bregman or Bichette if they wait too long, which would require them to trade Alec Bohm and sign one of these players.
Ultimately, Dombrowski has said that bringing back Realmuto is a priority, but it seems like the team is walking a fine line between waiting for an optimal offer and losing out on other opportunities. One thing is certain: Realmuto's decision will have a significant impact on the Phillies' offseason strategy, and only time will tell how this saga unfolds.
Former Phillies general manager Rubén Amaro Jr. believes that President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski can't keep waiting for Realmuto to make a decision, as this could lead to losing out on other potential free agents who are still available, particularly right-handed hitting infielders like Alex Bregman and Bo Bichette.
Amaro warned that if the Phillies wait too long, they risk missing their chance at acquiring one of these top players, which would be a significant blow to the team. He suggested that Dombrowski should make a move by mid-January, as all the different pieces on the board could become less available and start looking for better deals.
Amaro's comments echo those of Phillies insider Jim Salisbury, who believes that Realmuto's offer is likely around three years, with some uncertainty over the average annual value. However, it seems unlikely that Realmuto would be willing to settle for anything less than what he was making on his previous deal, which offered him more than $21 million per year.
The Phillies' wait-and-see approach could actually be a blessing in disguise, as it allows them to retain Realmuto on a team-friendly deal without breaking the bank. However, there is still a risk that they might lose out on Bregman or Bichette if they wait too long, which would require them to trade Alec Bohm and sign one of these players.
Ultimately, Dombrowski has said that bringing back Realmuto is a priority, but it seems like the team is walking a fine line between waiting for an optimal offer and losing out on other opportunities. One thing is certain: Realmuto's decision will have a significant impact on the Phillies' offseason strategy, and only time will tell how this saga unfolds.
. Dombrowski needs to make a move ASAP or risk losing out on Realmuto and Bregman/Bichette for good 
. And let's be real, if he waits too long, he might have to give up some of his own young talent like Bohm just to get that one guy 
. It's all about balance here - do you prioritize winning now or setting the team up for the future? I'd say Philly's gotta take a chance and make a big offer if they want to stay competitive in the NL East 
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i mean i know he's been with the phillys for like forever now but still can't believe they're not making a move yet 
dombrowski needs to get his act together and make an offer ASAP or they'll lose out on those other amazing players 
bregman and bichette are like the ultimate targets for this team and i NEED them on our squad 
also amaro is right, 3 weeks is a long time in free agency and if we don't make a deal by january it's gonna be too late 
let's get realmuto signed and show the league what we're made of 
. I'm kinda rooting for Philly to pull off a team-friendly deal tho... that'd be awesome! 
... Alec Bohm can play multiple positions, dude! 
and if the Phillies wait too long, they'll just be paying top dollar for someone who might not even want to come back 
but at the same time, alex bregman and bo bichette are on fire 
and i think they're gonna command top dollar when they hit the market. it's like dombrowski is caught between a rock and a hard place 
! The Phillies are basically just sitting around twiddling their thumbs while J.T. Realmuto is getting impatient - what's the hold up?! 
This stalemate is just giving me anxiety 
... but we'll probably see some crazy extension numbers that blow the budget outta water 
I mean, have you guys tried those bibimbap bowls? They're literally the best thing since sliced bread. Anyway, back to Realmuto... I think it's interesting that Amaro is saying they need to make a move soon or risk losing out on other top players. I guess what's in a year or two isn't as important as getting a guy who can help win some games right now. But at the same time, I don't want to see them trade Bohm if it means they have to sign one of those guys... does anyone know what the offseason forecast is looking like for Bregman and Bichette?
. The longer they wait, the more likely Realmuto is gonna get what he wants 
. If they miss out on Bregman or Bichette, they'll just have to find another diamond in the rough 
. But for now, let Realmuto enjoy his freedom and reap the benefits of being one of the most sought-after free agents 
! It's like they're stuck in neutral 
. I mean, Rubén Amaro Jr. makes a valid point that waiting too long could mean missing out on other top players, but at the same time, keeping Realmuto's options open is key 
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! It's not like they're playing games here 
. Meanwhile, Alec Bohm is probably getting anxious about his own future on the team 
... maybe this whole thing is a blessing in disguise for philly fans, who knows? 
. And what's with all the uncertainty over Realmuto's offer? Is it really that hard to negotiate a deal? I think Philly should just make an offer already! 
. It's like he's caught between two worlds: waiting for an optimal offer and not losing out on other chances.
. Alec Bohm could end up getting traded just to get that deal done 
. Mid-January is looking like a sweet spot for Dombrowski to make his move 
. Fingers crossed he doesn't mess it up