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Lauren Amour

Lauren Amour is a writer and editor based in the Greater Philadelphia area. She works as an editor and writer at Yardbarker, covering MLB and the Philadelphia Phillies. Lauren also covers MLB and fantasy sports for Rotoballer and owns her own Substack, Phillies Phocus. Previously, she was editor in chief of Sports Illustrated's Inside the Phillies and contributed to SB Nation's The Good Phight. You can find her on X/Bluesky at @philaurdelphia.

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Trade market exposing Phillies' lack of depth

The Phillies' inability to meet the asking price for star players further exposed their vulnerability on the trade market. 

Phillies ‘not shopping’ All-Star 3B after all

He has been floated in trade rumors since the season’s conclusion. But now, according to the Phillies manager, he’s no longer on the trade block.

Three outfielder deals Phillies should explore

The Philadelphia Phillies have made it known that they want another outfielder, preferably one who can mash left-handed pitching.

Four free-agent lefty bats for Phillies to consider

The Phillies need more lefty power, ideally a player who can play the outfield.

It's time for Phillies to make a run for this Japanese star

The Phillies have a prime opportunity to tap into the Japanese market by signing pitching phenom Roki Sasaki, who was posted during the MLB winter meetings in Dallas.