Former Blue Jays, Royals Utility Man Whit Merrifield Signs With Philadelphia Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies and free agent utility man Whit Merrifield have agreed to a contract, according to multiple reports Friday afternoon.
Foul Territory was first to report the deal.
As was corroborated by several ensuing reports, Merrifield’s base salary will be $7 million in 2024. He has an $8 million club option for 2025, which features a $1 million buyout.
Reports surfaced earlier this week that Merrifield intended to make his free agency decision this weekend, just as position players were set to report to Spring Training across the league.
The 35-year-old second baseman-turned-corner outfielder made good on that info, inking a deal with the Phillies to join his third team in three seasons.
Merrifield rose to stardom with the Kansas City Royals, debuting in 2016. He led the AL in games played, at-bats and stolen bases three times, hits twice, doubles once and triples once.
