The Los Angeles Dodgers had to make a tough decision last week when they chose not to tender a contract to reliever Evan Phillips. With the 31-year-old undergoing Tommy John surgery in June, the Dodgers knew he would miss at least the first half of next season and possibly more. The Chicago Cubs could be the next team to sign Phillips.

Keeping Phillips on the roster would have meant paying him more than $6.1 million through arbitration. The Dodgers felt the number was too steep for a pitcher who would not be available until mid-2026. However, it was reported that the team is interested in bringing him back at a lower salary, with the hope of continuing the partnership once he recovers from his injury.

The Dodgers may face competition as they attempt to re-sign him. According to The Athle

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