The Philadelphia Phillies have finalized arbitration agreements with key players ahead of the deadline, securing contracts that reflect their growth and expectations for the upcoming season. Outfielder Brandon Marsh has reached a deal worth $3.0 million, a significant increase from his previous salary of just over $760,000. Starting pitcher Ranger Suárez has signed for $8.8 million, marking a leap from $5.05 million last year, while infielder Bryson Stott agreed to $3.2 million, up from $768,000.
Marsh, Suárez, and Stott are all crucial to the Phillies' ambitions as they hope to clinch a World Series title. Marsh and Stott each have two more years of arbitration eligibility before hitting free agency in 2028, while Suárez is entering his final year of arbitration. With a strong rotation in Philadelphia, Suárez's future may involve trade discussions, but his contract represents a fair value for the team.