Report: Phillies sought Miller from Athletics in potential Bohm trade originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
The Athletics continue to be aggressive in seeking roster upgrades.
After signing of free agent pitcher Luis Severino In a franchise-record three-year contract worth $67 million, the Athletics inquired about a trade for Phillies All-Star third baseman Alec Bohm before talks ended after Philadelphia asked for Athletics star Mason Miller in return. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported in a column Monday, citing an Athletics source.
Bohm, who hit .280/.332/.448 with 15 homers and 97 RBIs in 606 plate appearances during the 2024 MLB season, would have given the Athletics an immediate boost in the middle of their order.
However, it appears that Miller, the Athletics’ All-Star closer and one of baseball’s most electric pitchers, cost too much in any potential trade for Bohm.
The 26-year-old recorded 28 saves and posted a 2.49 ERA with 104 strikeouts and 21 walks in 65 innings pitched last season while break franchise rookie save record.
The Athletics clearly view Miller as a fundamental part of their rebuild, and even in a potential trade for another key player, they reportedly wouldn’t be willing to move the exciting young flamethrower.
