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Whit Merrifield's tenure with the Philadelphia Phillies has come to an end after the club announced that they have released the struggling veteran. The three-time All-Star has struggled this season, posting a disappointing .199 batting average with three home runs and 11 RBIs over 53 games.
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Despite his difficult run this season, Merrifield was excellent last season for the Toronto Blue Jays, earning a third All-Star selection of his career. Merrifield's best years might be behind him, however, he should draw plenty of interest from contenders looking to add proven veteran depth to their roster.
3 potential landing spots for Whit Merrifield following his release from Philadelphia
#1. New York Yankees
The New York Yankees could be an intriguing landing spot for Merrifield given his defensive versatility. The veteran can play in both the infield and the outfield while also providing some quality at-bats if he can turn things around at the plate.
The Yankees have been looking for infield help given the struggles of veterans such as Anthony Rizzo, DJ LeMahieu and Gleyber Torres. Merrifield could be a cheap addition to the World Series hopefuls.
#2. Los Angeles Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers could be another intriguing landing spot for Whit Merrifield. Much like the Bronx Bombers, the Dodgers are World Series contenders with their own flaws. The club could look to Merrifield to address some of their concerns in the outfield. The Dodgers have also struggled with injuries this season, so adding a versatile veteran could help the club manage playing time.
It would be unsurprising to see the Dodgers bring in the multi-time All-Star, particularly with the series of injuries that plagued them this season.
#3. Boston Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox are an interesting team to monitor as the trade deadline rapidly approaches. The club finds itself in the hunt for the postseason and if it keeps things rolling, could look to bolster its roster. Much like the two teams listed above, Whit Merrifield's versatility and experience could be a major boost to a Red Sox club looking to secure a Wild Card spot.
