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MLB Rumors: AL East Team Considered Trade For Nick Castellanos Before Phillies Release

MLB Rumors: AL East Team Considered Trade For Nick Castellanos Before Phillies Release

Nick Castellanos was a fairly turbulent presence on and off the field for the Philadelphia Phillies over his four years with the organization. The Phillies front office decided to cut the cord with the outfielder before spring training and officially released him from the club on Thursday.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / February 12
Phillies' disappointing Nick Castellanos era officially comes to an end

Phillies' disappointing Nick Castellanos era officially comes to an end

Nick Castellanos is officially done in Philly.

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Phillies release OF Nick Castellanos with $20M remaining on contract

Phillies release OF Nick Castellanos with $20M remaining on contract

The Philadelphia Phillies released outfielder Nick Castellanos on Thursday. The move hardly was a surprise given Castellanos is owed $20 million during the final season of his five-year, $100 million contract.

Nicholas Castellanos News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12
Nick Castellanos admits to bringing beer into dugout

Nick Castellanos admits to bringing beer into dugout

Nick Castellanos’ time with the Philadelphia Phillies has come to an end, and he has finally addressed the infamous “Miami Incident.” Castellanos was released by the Phillies, the team announced on Thursday.

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Nicholas Castellanos News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12
Phillies officially cut ties with two-time All-Star Nick Castellanos

Phillies officially cut ties with two-time All-Star Nick Castellanos

The Phillies have released outfielder Nick Castellanos.

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Injury updates: Gabriel Rincones Jr. dealing with knee soreness

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / February 12

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Early Knee Injury For One of Phillies' Most Interesting Bats in Camp

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / February 12
Phillies tell Nick Castellanos to stay home

Phillies tell two-time All-Star Nick Castellanos to stay home, remove all traces of him

The marriage between the Philadelphia Phillies and outfielder Nick Castellanos may finally be over. 

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Phillies' Zack Wheeler kept his removed rib after surgery

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Phillies Seeking Rotation Depth With Wheeler Doubtful For Opening Day

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Zack Wheeler is maybe the biggest wild card as the Phillies try to claim a third straight NL East title. The ace is working back from the thoracic outlet surgery that ended his 2025 season.

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Phillies Have a Few Roster Openings to Start Spring Training

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Phillies could get early boost from Zack Wheeler

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