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Could Gomez be on the trade block?
- Updated: July 20, 2016
PHILADELPHIA — There are a few teams looking for bullpen help as the Aug. 1 non-waiver Trade Deadline approaches and one reliever that could assist is Phillies closer Jeanmar Gomez.
The fact Gomez is an option is surprising in itself. He entered the season as a middle reliever, capable of pitching a couple innings, often in low-stress situations, if needed. But after the bullpen struggled in a 0-4 start, the Phillies essentially elevated Gomez to closer out of desperation.
Gomez, 28, responded to his new role well. He entered Tuesday night’s game against the Marlins at Citizens Bank Park with a 3-2 record and a 2.89 ERA with 25 saves in 28 opportunities.
So why would the Phillies move Gomez, who does not become a free agent until after the 2017 season?
Well, because if Gomez …
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