"The Phillies are keeping manager Rob Thomson in place for the 2026 season, but there are still some potentially notable changes coming to the roster. Kyle Schwarber, Ranger Suarez and J.T. Realmuto are among the team's most notable free agents. Zack Wheeler's health outlook is a question mark after he required thoracic outlet surgery. With Suarez and Wheeler's status uncertain at best and coming off an ERA north of 6.00, Philadelphia's rotation isn't the typical powerhouse to which we've become accustomed in recent seasons."
"Schwarber's 14.9% walk rate was 6.5 percentage points higher than the 8.4% league average, and while Schwarber's 27.2% strikeout rate was also considerably higher than average (22.2%), it was also his lowest since 2021. The NL home run leader has also made immense gains against left-handed pitching in recent seasons, shedding platoon concerns that followed him earlier in his career. Schwarber was actually better against lefties than righties, hitting same-handed opponents at a .252/.366/.598 against clip."
Rob Thomson will remain Phillies manager for the 2026 season while the roster faces potentially notable changes. Kyle Schwarber, Ranger Suarez and J.T. Realmuto are among the most prominent impending free agents. Zack Wheeler underwent thoracic outlet surgery, leaving his health outlook uncertain. Suarez and Wheeler each posted ERAs above 6.00, creating questions about the starting rotation's strength. Retaining Schwarber appears to be a top priority, with ownership expected to pursue him aggressively. Schwarber, turning 33 next spring, may seek a five-year deal after an NL-leading 56 home runs and improved walk and left-handed hitting rates.
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