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Dombrowski Shuts Down Bryce Harper Trade Talk, Reaffirms Star's Status With Phillies

Harper is signed through 2031 with a full no-trade clause.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 08: President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski of the Philadelphia Phillies talks to the media during the introductory press conference for Trea Turner at Citizens Bank Park on December 8, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 09: Chris Woodward #84 of the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrates as Andy Pages #44 reaches on an error as Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on during the 11th inning in game four of the National League Division Series at Dodger Stadium on October 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 22: Former Philadelphia Phillies third baseman and member of the baseball Hall of Fame, Mike Schmidt engages in conversation on the field before a game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 22, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies won 3-2 in 11 innings. (Photo by Hunter Martin/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mike Schmidt
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Overview

  • On the Foul Territory podcast, Dave Dombrowski said reports the Phillies might trade Bryce Harper "couldn't be further from the truth" and called him an important part of the team.
  • Dombrowski clarified that his remark about Harper not having an "elite" 2025 was not a criticism and said Harper remains one of the best players in baseball.
  • Harper, 33, posted a .261 average with 27 homers and an .844 OPS after missing about a month with a right-wrist injury.
  • Agent Scott Boras said he does not believe team leadership is considering Harper leaving Philadelphia.
  • Media speculation, including commentary from Joel Sherman, helped fuel rumors, but team messaging now casts Harper as a franchise cornerstone as other offseason decisions proceed.