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Amid the international pursuits, a more immediate and emotionally charged storyline involves Ranger Suarez. A beloved figure within the Phillies community, Suarez has become emblematic of the team's gritty, blue-collar identity. His story has been one of resilience and clutch playoff performances, making him a fan favorite.
However, the business realities of baseball are threatening to pull Suarez away from Philadelphia. With reports indicating that Suarez has hired Scott Boras as his agent, the outlook for his return has dimmed significantly. Boras’s reputation as a master negotiator suggests Suarez is poised to command a lucrative contract—potentially around six years and over $164 million according to analyst Jim Bowden.