PHILADELPHIA -- Walker Buehler had one goal in mind when he chose to sign with the Phillies: Win the World Series.

"That's what I'm here for," Buehler said Thursday afternoon on the eve of his team debut.

Signed to a Minor League deal on Aug. 31, Buehler will take the mound Friday night in the club’s series opener against the Royals at Citizens Bank Park. The 31-year-old righty is hoping a new chapter will help him turn around an otherwise forgettable season.

Coming off an up-and-down 2024 campaign that culminated in recording the final out of the Dodgers' World Series victory, Buehler signed a one-year, $21.05 million deal with the Red Sox last offseason. He struggled to a 5.45 ERA over 23 appearances (22 starts) before being released on Aug. 29.

"Obviously, it didn't work out in Bo

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