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Diamondbacks make stunning trade, send LHP Backhus to Phillies for OF Owusu-Asiedu

Diamondbacks make stunning trade, send LHP Backhus to Phillies for OF Owusu-Asiedu

PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to make moves this offseason, with making one surprise trade on Friday morning. According to the team, the Diamondbacks have traded left-handed pitcher Kyler Backhus to the Philadelphia Phillies for outfielder Avery Owusu-Asiedu.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / December 19

Diamondbacks Trade Lefty Reliever for Phillies Outfield Prospect

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made a trade with the Phillies, sending left-hand reliever Kyle Backhus to Philadelphia in exchange for minor league outfield prospect Avery Owusu-Asiedu.

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