"Philadelphia has an offer on the table for veteran catcher J.T. Realmuto, according to a report from Todd Zolecki of MLB.com. The details of that offer aren't presently known, though The Athletic's Matt Gelb adds that Realmuto is "expected" to ultimately return to Philadelphia in 2026 and suggests that he may do so on a two-year deal. Even so, Gelb makes clear that Realmuto is continuing to survey the free agent market."
"The veteran backstop will play next season at the age of 35 and is coming off his worst season since his rookie campaign back in 2015. Realmuto slashed just .257/.315/.384 with a 94 wRC+ in 134 games this year. It's the third-lowest on-base percentage and the lowest slugging percentage of his career, ignoring an 11-game cup of coffee during the 2014 season."
Philadelphia signed Kyle Schwarber to a five-year deal and has placed an offer on the table for veteran catcher J.T. Realmuto. Details of the offer are not public, though Realmuto is expected to consider a 2026 return and may accept a two-year deal while still exploring the free-agent market. Realmuto will be 35 next season and posted a .257/.315/.384 line with a 94 wRC+ in 134 games, his worst since 2015. He retains value as a reliable two-win catcher amid a thin free-agent catching class, with few peers matching his recent fWAR floor. The upcoming ABS system in 2026 could lessen concerns about his defensive limitations.
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