"The first major free agent chip fell this morning with Kyle Schwarber returning to Philadelphia on a five-year, $150MM deal. The reunion seemed likely from the start, though the slugger had several other suitors, including at least one willing to match the $150MM price tag. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported the Orioles offered Schwarber the same deal he ultimately accepted with the Phillies."
"Camden Yards would've been a fun fit for Schwarber. Statcast's Park Factors ranked it as the third-best home run venue for left-handed hitters. Citizens Bank Park tops the list, so Schwarber isn't missing out on much by spurning the Orioles. Baltimore will now turn its attention to the remaining free agent bats, including Pete Alonso. The Orioles and Red Sox are expected to meet face-to-face with the former Met this week."
Kyle Schwarber signed with the Philadelphia Phillies on a five-year, $150MM contract, choosing Philadelphia over other suitors. The Orioles made an identical five-year, $150MM offer. Baltimore seeks an impact bat despite adding Taylor Ward and retains payroll flexibility to pursue large expenditures. The Orioles already spent on relief pitching, signing Ryan Helsley for two years, $28MM and exercising a $9MM option on Andrew Kittredge. Camden Yards ranks as the third-best home run park for left-handed hitters, while Citizens Bank Park ranks highest. Baltimore is targeting remaining free-agent bats such as Pete Alonso and is considering Kyle Tucker; Pittsburgh offered four years and $120-125MM.
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