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The narrative underscores the tactical nature of negotiations—team owners and general managers (GMs) fiercely debated whether to match offers or let Schwarber return to the Phillies. Ultimately, after a back-and-forth that included the Phillies' reluctance to commit to a fifth year, Pittsburgh's gamble paid off, and Schwarber re-signed with the Phillies for a deal that garnered headlines and puzzled fans.