The Phillies have some interest in extending Kyle Schwarber but should they? Have your say in the poll at MLB Trade Rumors.

With an impressive spring so far, the Philadelphia Phillies top prospect could be the team's next star slugger.

This week's Phillies mailbag looks at Kyle Schwarber's defense, Brandon Marsh's potential, and Taijuan Walker's role in 2025.

Kyle Schwarber is heading into his fourth season with the Philadelphia Phillies, and it could be his last. This will be the final campaign of his four-year, $7

Schwarber is entering the final season of his four-year free agent deal. The $79MM investment has paid off handsomely for the Phillies. He has hit .221/.344/.488 with 131 homers in a little more than 2000 plate appearances. Only Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani have hit more home runs over the last three seasons.

The Athletic ’s Matt Gelb reported Friday that Schwarber and the Phillies have had “broad conversations” about a new deal. Schwarber, who turns 32 on March 5, is entering the final season of a four-year, $72 million contract.

With a 95-67 record, the Philadelphia Phillies won the National League East in 2024. If the Phillies are going to defend their division crown this year, it is critical that they keep their stars healthy and on the field.

Schwarber has the team in mind, but adding first base isn't the worst idea going into a contract year. This spring, he has a modest mission.

The Philadelphia Phillies are working to extend standout designated hitter Kyle Schwarber this winter. CBS Sports’ Mike Axisa relayed a report from The Athletic, which details both parties’ interest to keep their pairing going beyond the 2025 MLB season:

J.T. Realmuto, Kyle Schwarber, and Ranger Suárez are eligible for free agency after the season. It’s difficult to imagine keeping all three, but there is a case to be made for each.

The Phillies have had Schwarber bat first, second, and fourth in the lineup this spring, with the most at-bats in the leadoff spot so far. Star first baseman Bryce Harper has stated he’d prefer to remain third in the lineup, and Turner is sure to stay ahead of him by at least one spot.

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson has revealed a player who he thinks has superstar potential ahead of the 2024 MLB season.