Phillies Could Target Dodgers Outfielder Teoscar Hernández

The Philadelphia Phillies could pursue Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández this offseason as they seek to improve a position group ahead of the 2027 season. Philadelphia reached the postseason as a wild-card team last season but was swept in three games by division rival Atlanta.

The Phillies used Bryce Harper in right field over the latter portion of the season. In the postseason, their other outfield choices included Derek Hill, Bryan De La Cruz and Brandon Marsh. Hernández, who will turn 34 during the coming season, is viewed as a possible addition despite signs of decline.

He hit .267 with a .334 on-base percentage and .425 slugging percentage in 125 games for Los Angeles last year. Hernández also recorded 16 home runs, 18 doubles, 64 RBIs and 66 runs, finishing with a .759 OPS. Across 175 postseason plate appearances in his career, he has hit 11 homers, driven in 32 runs and posted a .746 OPS.

A potential trade could also serve the Dodgers’ roster plans. The team wants to create more regular playing time for prospect Josue De Paula, who made his major-league debut last season, and has Andy Pages and Kyle Tucker in its outfield. Hernández is owed $22 million for 2027, followed by a $15 million team option for 2028.

Philadelphia could consider taking on Hernández as it prepares to contend again with Atlanta in the NL East. His postseason record and experience are among the factors that could make him appealing to the Phillies.