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“You Meant More to Me”: Phillies Star’s Emotional Message Reveals What 5 Years in Philadelphia Really Meant

Garrett Stubbs is leaving the Philadelphia Phillies after 5 seasons, but his impact went beyond his numbers. The Phillies designated him for assignment, and he cleared waivers before electing free agency. His farewell came from a player who once questioned…

By Karthik Sri Hari KC · Essentially Sports

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 12:22 PM

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Garrett Stubbs shared an emotional farewell to Philadelphia after electing free agency following his designation for assignment.
Stubbs spent five seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies primarily serving as the backup catcher to J.T. Realmuto.
The catcher elected free agency after clearing waivers following his removal from the roster.

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Garrett Stubbs has shared an emotional farewell message to Philadelphia after being designated for assignment and electing free agency. The backup catcher spent five seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies after being acquired in 2022, expressing gratitude to the city, fans, and organization while reflecting on his deep connection to the team.

During his tenure, Stubbs served as a key clubhouse figure and backup to J.T. Realmuto. Teammates Bryson Stott and Taijuan Walker publicly praised his energy and presence, while Stubbs highlighted significant personal and on-field milestones achieved during his time with the franchise.

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