Phillies Re-Sign J.T. Realmuto in Predictable Move, Putting Bichette Signing to Bed
In a move that was never truly in doubt, the Philadelphia Phillies have re-signed catcher J.T. Realmuto to a three-year deal worth $45 million, with the possibility of an additional $15 million in performance bonuses. The news comes after the team's failed attempt to sign free agent infielder Bo Bichette, who ultimately chose to join the New York Mets on a lucrative contract.
It appears that Realmuto was always viewed as a priority for the Phillies, and the signing is seen as a more practical decision than a long-shot play on Bichette. The deal is likely a significant paycut from the $28.3 million Realmuto earned last season, leaving some room in the team's budget to address other areas of need.
While Realmuto may not be able to replicate his peak form at age 35, he still brings a wealth of experience and skills to the table. The Phillies have been a franchise-changer since Realmuto arrived in Philadelphia via trade with the Marlins in 2019, transforming from a team on the verge of collapse into a perennial contender.
Realmuto's prowess as a catcher is undeniable, particularly his ability to handle the Phillies' strong pitching staff. His defensive skills are still among the best in the game, and he remains one of the top at throwing out runners at second base. While his power numbers have declined, Realmuto's bat was always more about speed and plate discipline than raw power.
The signing of Realmuto may not galvanize the fan base as much as a Bichette deal would have, but it represents a smart move by the Phillies to shore up their catching corps. With the team's offense in need of improvement, the Phillies' willingness to re-sign Realmuto suggests they are still committed to building a championship contender.
In a move that was never truly in doubt, the Philadelphia Phillies have re-signed catcher J.T. Realmuto to a three-year deal worth $45 million, with the possibility of an additional $15 million in performance bonuses. The news comes after the team's failed attempt to sign free agent infielder Bo Bichette, who ultimately chose to join the New York Mets on a lucrative contract.
It appears that Realmuto was always viewed as a priority for the Phillies, and the signing is seen as a more practical decision than a long-shot play on Bichette. The deal is likely a significant paycut from the $28.3 million Realmuto earned last season, leaving some room in the team's budget to address other areas of need.
While Realmuto may not be able to replicate his peak form at age 35, he still brings a wealth of experience and skills to the table. The Phillies have been a franchise-changer since Realmuto arrived in Philadelphia via trade with the Marlins in 2019, transforming from a team on the verge of collapse into a perennial contender.
Realmuto's prowess as a catcher is undeniable, particularly his ability to handle the Phillies' strong pitching staff. His defensive skills are still among the best in the game, and he remains one of the top at throwing out runners at second base. While his power numbers have declined, Realmuto's bat was always more about speed and plate discipline than raw power.
The signing of Realmuto may not galvanize the fan base as much as a Bichette deal would have, but it represents a smart move by the Phillies to shore up their catching corps. With the team's offense in need of improvement, the Phillies' willingness to re-sign Realmuto suggests they are still committed to building a championship contender.
. I mean, Bichette is an amazing player and would've been a great addition to their team. But, you know, the Phillies are pretty smart about these things 
. They knew they needed to lock up Realmuto because of his experience and skills behind the plate. And let's be real, he's still got some magic left in him 
️. The deal might not be as flashy as it could've been with Bichette, but it's a solid move that'll help them stay competitive in the NL East 
. Plus, Realmuto's presence will help bring stability to their pitching staff, which is huge for any team 
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. The Phillies have been lucky with their pitching staff and it's awesome they're re-signing Realmuto to keep that magic alive 
. Don't get me wrong, I love Bichette too 
, but this move shows Philly's willing to go practical over crazy overpay 
. Now let's hope they can fix the outfield 
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On the other hand, Realmuto does bring experience and skills that are hard to find in free agents. And let's be real, 45 million dollars is a pretty sweet deal for a guy who isn't going to break the bank... 
. Still, I guess it's better than nothing... they're not gonna get much more reliable at catcher than Realmuto, that's for sure 
the met's deal was way more enticing for bichette and its like they gave up on him too easily 
anyway, realmuto is still a solid catcher but we all know his power numbers are gonna take a hit now at 35 
hope gentry can fill in the gaps 
did u see this stat? 45 million for 3 yrs is like a drop in the bucket for J.T. Realmuto 
. The Phillies' payroll is still relatively low compared to other teams in the NL East 
️ which means they've got some room to breathe financially 
that guy is like a robot behind the plate 
. Now let's see how they'll address those outfield holes 
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. But what if he doesn't live up to expectations? That's when the team will wish they had splurged on Bichette instead 
. Still, I guess it's a smart move all things considered... but I'm not sold on it yet 
. I get that Realmuto's still a great player and all, but come on, Bo Bichette was the real star in this whole thing 
! He deserved way more than what he got from the Mets. And now Philly's just stuck with someone who can't exactly replicate his peak form at 35 years old 
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