With the asking prince for Manny Machado being " too steep" at this point, the Phillies could turn their attention to another member of the Baltimore Orioles.
With Hector Neris blowing two saves this week, former Phillies closer and NBC Philly Phillies analyst Ricky Bottalico joined the Sports Bash to discuss the closer's role.
The Phillies set their roster in advance of December's Rule 5 draft. To do so, the Phillies made a few cuts, including pitcher Mark Appel, once a first overall pick.