Seth Vigdor
New Phillies General Manager Matt Klentak is making a strong first impression. Since being hired by the organization, he’s been wheeling and dealing. We told you about their biggest offseason deal to date that involved trading Ken Giles to Houston. They acquired Charlie Morton from the Pirates. The Phils also previously announced the signings of catcher J.P. Arencibia and former Angels’ closer, Ernesto Frieri. Those moves are in addition to adding veteran pitchers Edward Mujica and Andrew Bailey to minor league contracts.
Today the Phillies announced another trade. The Phillies have traded relief pitcher Dan Otero to the Indians for cash considerations.
#Phillies have traded RHP Dan Otero to the Cleveland Indians for cash considerations.
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) December 18, 2015
When all is said and done though, this offseason will be remembered for the Ken Giles trade. Giles recently had a little fun when thanking the Phillies fans, despite being booed in his MLB debut.
https://twitter.com/KenGiles53/status/675730134368780289
We’re in the middle of a new era of Philadelphia baseball. What do you guys think of the direction that the Phillies are heading in? Let us know on social media.