Best Potential Trade Packages and Landing Spots for Phillies SS Jimmy Rollins
December 16, 2013 by Joe Giglio
Filed under Fan News
A symbol of unprecedented success for the Philadelphia Phillies may soon be the first casualty in a long rebuilding process.
Jimmy Rollins, the 14-year veteran and former National League MVP, is currently on the trade block in Philadelphia. According to Buster Olney of ESPN, the Phillies have made it clear to teams that they are very willing to move the 35-year-old shortstop.
If a trade commences, Rollins, afforded a no-trade clause in his most recent contract, would have to sign off on leaving the only professional organization he’s ever known. Heading into the 2014 season, Rollins is just 59 hits away from breaking the all-time hits record in Phillies history, per Baseball-Reference.com.
When the day for a decision arrives, Rollins could have multiple suitors to choose from.
Here are the best potential trade packages and landing spots for Jimmy Rollins.
*Unless otherwise noted, all statistics courtesy of Baseball-Reference.