But Schwarber is set to be one of the most coveted sluggers on the market following his Most Valuable Player Award caliber season. And a former team of his is looming as a threat to drive his next contract\u2019s price up.<\/p>\n
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\u201cIt is entirely possible the Boston Red Sox lose out on third baseman Alex Bregman, who opted out of his deal with the team to test free agency, and the organization could move on from designated hitter Masataka Yoshida, leaving the team with a need for a big bat,\u201d Erik Beaston wrote for Bleacher Report<\/a>. \u201cEnter Kyle Schwarber.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n Schwarber, who played for the Red Sox four years ago, would be a significant upgrade over Yoshida in the team\u2019s designated hitter role. But it won\u2019t be easy to sign him away from the Phillies, where he has been a key part of the offense for the last few seasons.<\/p>\n \u201cIt makes sense that the Red Sox and, more specifically, manager (Alex) Cora would want to bring on board a player who can dynamically change a game with the single swing of a bat,\u201d Beaston added. \u201cWith that said, Schwarber is beloved in Philadelphia, both by fans and teammates alike. The idea of him suiting up for another team in 2026, while possible, just feels unlikely. Prediction: Boston makes an offer but Schwarber stays put in the City of Brotherly Love.\u201d<\/p>\n After so many years of standout production with the Phillies, Schwarber seems most likely to test the free agent market and then give his incumbent team the opportunity to match or exceed any contract offers he receives.<\/p>\n It will then be up to the Phillies to decide just how much they are willing to pay to bring the veteran back. But fans have good reason to believe the team will be willing to serve as the leading spender.<\/p>\n