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As talks with free agent J.T. Realmuto have failed to progress, the Phillies have begun to explore the trade market for a catcher, reports The Athletic. Philadelphia is said to have an offer on the table for Realmuto. Ultimately, a reunion makes sense for both sides, but a deal hasn't come together yet, so the Phillies are exploring their options.

The Phillies acquired left-hander Kyle Backhus from the Arizona Diamondbacks for minor league outfielder Avery Owusu-Asiedu, the second trade made by Philadelphia involving its pitching staff. The Phillies also sent left-hander Matt Strahm to the Royals for right-hander Jonathan Bowlan.

This offseason, the Phillies have vacant 40-man spots to promise and an unsettled roster to use as a pitch to improve their depth.

The veteran utility player, who was traded from the Mets to the Phillies in July, is headed back to the West Coast in free agency.

The Philadelphia Phillies need to get a deal done with J.T. Realmuto, but the catcher’s free-agent market is unique. On the surface, re-signing J.T. Realmuto to a multi-year deal is a no-brainer for the Philadelphia Phillies.

Jess Rogers of ESPN shared the nine-teams who have a luxury tax bill, and while the Los Angeles Dodgers $169 million total is wildly higher than the Phillies, their bill could be the reason for the team's cautious approach this winter.