With 2025 wrapping up and 2026 on the horizon, it’s a good time to check in to see what’s been going on with the Philadelphia Phillies and their offseason.

The Phillies made a few interesting roster moves before Christmas, signing two-time All-Star outfielder Adolis Garcia to a one-year deal on Dec. 15, and then followed that up with a two-year, $22 million contract for free-agent right-handed relief pitcher Brad Keller.

The Phillies also moved on from left-handed reliever Matt Strahm. Philadelphia traded the veteran pitcher to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for right-handed reliever Jonathan Bowlan.

In addition to those moves, star first baseman Bryce Harper announced on Instagram last week that he’ll be playing for Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Harper will join Kyle Schwarber on Team USA, which looks to win the international tournament after falling short to Japan in 2023.

The veteran slugger was supposed to play in the WBC the last go around, but couldn’t due to an elbow injury. Phillies fans would love to see Harper make some noise on the international stage, considering how his 2025 season went. A good showing in the WBC could set the stage for a huge bounce-back from Harper to show that he’s an elite player.

Here’s some more news that you might’ve missed from the Phillies over the last several days:

Phillies add more depth to bullpen, take flier on reliever Zach Pop

The Phillies continued to add more competition to their bullpen last week, signing right-handed reliever Zach Pop to a major league deal. The 29-year-old reliever had a rocky 2025 season as he spent time in the major and minor leagues with three different clubs.

Pop made four appearances in the big leagues with the Seattle Mariners and New York Mets after getting cut before Opening Day by the Toronto Blue Jays. The veteran reliever had an ugly 14.85 ERA, as he allowed 15 hits, 11 earned runs, four home runs, three walks, and two strikeouts in 6.2 innings of work.

Even though Pop struggled in the big leagues, he showed some improvement in the minors, producing a 4.19 ERA across 20 appearances with three different clubs.

The Canadian hurler gave up 18 hits, nine earned runs, eight walks, and struck out 23 in 19.1 innings pitched. Since he was added to Philadelphia’s 40-man roster, Pop will get a chance to prove himself in spring training.

Phillies sign multiple players to minor league pacts

While most fans would love to see the team make a huge splash in free agency, the Phillies have been bolstering their minor league depth.

A few days ago, Mike Rodriguez reported (h/t Phillies Tailgate) that the Phils signed southpaw reliever Genesis Cabrera to a minor league deal. The 29-year-old pitcher was outrighted off the Minnesota Twins’ 40-man roster last month and went unclaimed on waivers. This past season, Cabrera pitched with four different teams and had a 6.54 ERA in 40 appearances.

Philadelphia also brought in 28-year-old right-handed reliever Levi Stoudt on a minor league pact a couple of weeks ago, per Ari Alexander of 7News Boston WHDH. Stoudt last pitched in the majors in 2023 with the Cincinnati Reds, where he made four appearances (two starts).

This past season, Stoudt spent time in the Baltimore Orioles’ organization, pitching at Triple-A Norfolk and High-A Aberdeen.

Finally, the Phillies added some catching depth a few days ago with uncertainty surrounding J.T. Realmuto’s free agency, signing Mark Kolozsvary to a minor league contract, per Will Sammon of The Athletic. Sammon noted that Kolozsvary’s deal includes an invitation to major league spring training.

The 30-year-old catcher only has 11 games of MLB experience under his belt, as he last appeared in the majors in 2023 with the Orioles.

He’s spent the last two years in the Boston Red Sox’s organization, mostly at Triple-A Worcester. This past season, Kolozsvary hit .253 at the plate with five home runs and 17 RBI across 30 games between Worcester (seven) and Double-A Portland (23).