Dave Dombrowski’s off-season mission

John Stolnis argues that Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski must focus this off-season on adding competent, well-rounded contributors to balance a top-heavy roster. The Phillies entered 2026 reliant on high-priced stars like Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and Trea Turner, but Stolnis notes the team had only nine total players reach baseline WAR thresholds, the fewest among all twelve postseason teams.

Stolnis suggests the club should move on from underperforming players such as Alec Bohm and Brandon Marsh, while potentially using Bryson Stott as a trade chip. With dead money clearing from the payroll, Stolnis highlights free-agent outfielder Randy Arozarena as a sensible target alongside a critical need to restock the bullpen with reliable relief arms.