ESPN’s Jeff Passan ‘officially’ lists Alec Bohm on the Phillies’ trade block

The offseason shakeup looming over the Phillies might include one of their 2024 All-Stars: Alec Bohm. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, Bohm has landed on the trade block, signaling the Phillies could be ready for a significant roster shakeup following their early postseason exit.

While this isn’t the first time Alec Bohm’s name has floated in trade talks, Passan’s report is the most concrete hint yet that Philadelphia is seriously considering a move.

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.

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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.

Bohmer hit a rough patch over the final two months, compounded by a wrist injury that kept him out for part of September. When he returned in the NLDS, he struggled at the plate, going just 1-for-13 and even got benched in Game 2 for Edmundo Sosa—a move that manager Rob Thomson said was for “energy,” though it felt more like a statement about Bohm’s recent play.

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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, obviously.

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 Alec 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

After the NLDS, Bohm seemed confident he’d still be with the Phillies in 2025, but with Tuesday’s news, that’s far from a guarantee. Any move involving Bohmer 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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