PHILADELPHIA — After a season that turned the baseball world on its head, Kyle Schwarber is on the verge of a major career milestone: a free agency deal expected to be worth four years and up to $104 million, a bold statement that the hitter has reached MVP-caliber heights.
This past season, Schwarber not only scored with powerful home runs and a frequency of appearances in key games, but also showed a rare mettle: when compared to greats like David Ortiz, experts said, “Schwarber is one of the best hitters in the world today.”
Thanks to that, even though he will most likely not win the MVP title due to the excellence of his opponent like Shohei Ohtani, Schwarber still “marked” a season of his life.
According to analysis from expert RJAnderson of CBSSports, it is completely reasonable that Schwarber can ask for a bigger contract than even the one TeoscarHernández received last season (3 years – 66 million USD): “Schwarber is a better hitter than Hernández, so he deserves a longer and more lucrative contract.”
With such a performance, the Phillies clearly cannot sit still. They are considered the leading candidate to “keep” Schwarber, with all signs showing that the Philly team is ready to spend a huge amount to keep this important piece.
However, the race is not only taking place in Philadelphia: teams like Cincinnati Reds – Schwarber’s hometown – and Boston Red Sox – if they miss out on another big target – can all jump in.
So what does this mean for the Phillies and Schwarber?
For Schwarber: This could be the moment when he reaches a milestone for himself – from a great hitter to a long-term icon, with the organization’s trust and commitment.
For the Phillies: Keeping Schwarber means keeping a powerful “software guy” in the lineup who can create big moments and help the team aim higher.
However, the math is not easy: assuming the contract is signed as expected for 4 years – 104 million, the big priority is whether Schwarber can maintain his form and health enough to meet expectations. “At almost 33, he’s primarily a hitter – so ensuring his longevity and ability to continue to have a big impact is a challenge,” Anderson said.
In conclusion, this situation brings home a clear reality: in an increasingly competitive MLB landscape, both in terms of talent and finances, the fact that a player like Schwarber – who has not yet officially won MVP – is still valued at such a high price by experts, teams, and the market shows his true impact. Kyle Schwarber’s 2025 season is not just a “personal breakthrough” but is opening a new chapter – a chapter of big contract power and peak star status in MLB.
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