Alec Bohm listed as the Phillies player most likely to be traded this offseason

The Phillies have a big decision to make this offseason regarding All-Star third baseman Alec Bohm. Is he a long-term staple of their offense, or could he be dangled as trade bait to improve the roster elsewhere?

On the surface, it seems crazy to even consider trading Bohm. The 28-year-old just had his best season yet, starting in the All-Star Game while hitting .280 with 44 doubles, 15 home runs, and 97 RBIs. Bohm’s been a clutch performer, too, boasting a career .312 average with runners in scoring position.

And let’s not forget, Alec Bohm’s offensive style aligns perfectly with what manager Rob Thomson and president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski want: a line-drive hitter who uses all fields.

The Main Issue: Alec Bohm’s salary is going up

After winning his arbitration case last winter, he made $4 million—more than the $3.4 million the Phillies offered.

This winter, his salary could jump to around $8 million, and by 2026, Bohm will be a free agent. So, if the Phillies aren’t sold on him as a long-term piece, now might be the best time to explore his trade value.

It’s not an easy call.

Trading Bohm only makes sense if it significantly improves the team right now. If the Phillies have a shot at landing a better third baseman—think Alex Bregman—or boosting another position while finding an equal replacement at the hot corner, it’s worth considering. But that’s a big *if*.

At the end of the day, it’s all about the Phillies’ window of contention. If they see Bohm as a cornerstone for the next few years, extending him makes sense. If not, moving him while his value is high might be the smarter play.

In an article for the Bleacher Report, Zachary D. Rymer listed Bohm as the Phillies player most likely to be traded this offseason. 

“Multiple players stand out as potential trade candidates to this end, but none quite like Alec Bohm,” Rymer wrote. “He endured a brutal end to his 2024 season after an All-Star first half, and questions about his composure just keep finding new ways to resurface.

“The Phillies would dodge a projected $8.1 million salary for 2025 if they were to trade the 28-year-old” he continued. “It’s not a ton of money, but it could nonetheless go toward upgrades for the bullpen or the outfield.”

Any move involving Alec Bohm will have a massive impact on the team’s immediate future and should be considered a decision that could define the offseason for the Phils.

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