Philadelphia Phillies

Draft History
2024
Johan Rojas - protection
8 - Austin Wells
43 - Christopher Sanchez
63 - Connor Phillips

2023
Bryson Stott - protection
16 - Brett Baty
44 - Max Meyer
74 - Will Benson
104 - Jose Leclerc
134 - Beau Brieske
135 - Freddy Tarnok

2022
Hans Crouse - protection
14 - Bryan De La Cruz
16 - Jarren Duran
19 - Roansy Contreras
45 - Khalil Lee
100 - Lucas Luetge
103 - Jose Ruiz
130 - Brent Honeywell Jr.

2021
Alex Bolm - protection
13 - Garrett Crochet
42 - Tucker Davidson
72 - Mickey Moniak
95 - Adonis Medina
103 - Braxton Garrett
104 - Kyle Zimmer
133 - Kodi Whitley
142 - Enoli Paredes
162 - Taylor Hearn

2020
Adam Haseley - protection
30 - Justin Dunn
68 - Alex Dickerson
69 - Bryan Abreu
90 - Logan Webb
93 - Kevin Ginkel
136 - Junior Fernandez
142 - Joe Palumbo

2019
Scott Kingery - protection
12 - Justus Sheffield
24 - Touki Toussaint
33 - Nick Martini
72 - Ian Hamilton
102 - Austin Wynn
110 - Sam Dyson
125 - Adam Pluko
132 - Jefry Rodriguez

2018
Rhys Hoskins - protection
27 - Colin Moran
57 - A.J. Minter
85 - Eric Skoglund

87 - Jose Alvarado
95 - Victor Arano
147 - Drew Steckenrider

2017
Tommy Joseph - protection
14 - Jorge Alfaro
50 - Cody Reed
80 - Grant Dayton

84 - Zach Eflin
94 - Donnie Hart
114 - Juan Centeno
150 - Jonathan Holder

2016
Odubel Herrera - protection
11 - Aaron Nola
41 - Michael Feliz
68 - Adam Conley
107 - Pedro Baez
118 - Josh Osich
143 - Jacob Lindgren

2015
Mikeal Franco - protection
28 - Jorge Polanco
40 - Trevor May
78 - Sam Tuivailala
79 - Buck Farmer
108 - Jesus Sucre
122 - Chasen Shreve
130 - Aaron Altherr
144 - Gregorio Petit

2014
8 - Marcell Ozuna
19 - Jonathan Villar
51 - Neal Cotts
68 - Alfredo Simon
80 - Henry Urrutia
105 - Brandon Maurer
134 - Wilfredo Tovar

2013
Freddy Galvis - protection
14 - Wily Peralta
55 - Rafael Ortega
80 - Stephen Pryor
90 - Eric Stults
102 - Omar Quintanilla
133 - Ryan Jackson
137 - Brian Morris
140 - Brock Holt
142 - Alfredo Simon

2012
Michael Stutes - protection

36 - Brian Bogusevic
56 - Tyler Chatwood
71 - Kelvin Herrera
76 - Dustin McGowan
101 - Eduardo Escobar

131 - Andrew Carignan
150 - Steve Clevinger

2011
Dominic Brown - protection
9 - J.P. Arencibia
14 - Joaquin Benoit
28 - John Axford
58 - Corey Patterson
91 - Dan Johnson
118 - Gregory Infante
148 - Jose Ceda

2010
Antonio Bastardo - protection
44 - Angel Guzman
91 - Jason Vargas
102 - Michael Aubrey
104 - Randy Ruiz

107 - Randy Choate
122 - Mike McCoy
150 - Chris Johnson

2009
Lou Marson - protection
26 - Gabby Sanchez
47 - Jason Motte
64 - Jeff Larish
86 - Mitch Maier
116 - Kevin Jepsen
126 - Wade LaBlanc
146 - Phil Coke

2008

Kyle Kendrick - protection

2007

Cole Hamels - protection
1. Chris Young
31 - Carlos Ruiz
70 - Ruddy Lugo
73 - Carl Pavano
121 - Rafael Perez

2006
Robinson Tejada - protection

12 - Brian Anderson
42 - Chuck James
72 - Bryan Bullington
75 - Shin-Soo Choo
90 - Pete Orr
107 - George Sherrill
147 - Ryan Speier

2005
Gavin Floyd - protection
20 - Jose Capellan
28 - Brad Hawpe
40 - Frank Francisco
77 - Josh Kroeger
83 - Carmen Cali
85 - Roman Colon

2001
17 - Chris Richard
34 - Horacio Estrada
47 - Matt Wise
68 - Reid Corneilius
87 - Toby Hall

98 - Mark Smith
124 - John Wetteland
134 - Jose Rodriguez
144 - Julio Santana

2025 Philadelphia Phillies

Overview: Philly fans find themselves looking forward to 2025, hoping it provides an opportunity to avenge their early post-season exit in ’24. Though this division is the deepest in the NL I see the Phils as the favorites to repeat as division champs. They are positioned well heading into the draft – they can freely spend their two late first rounders to solidify the bullpen. This is crucial as the bullpen is the only area in need of help at the moment. The rest of this roster is pretty well buttoned up and ready to play.

Starting Pitching: Like many teams in the NL Central, the Phillies have a solid if not spectacular rotation. It’s hard to say who will slot where between Christopher Sanchez, Aaron Nola, Logan Webb, and Garrett Crochet. Safe to say the #1 guy will find himself challenged, while the #4 guy will likely rack up a bunch of W’s. Trevor Williams projects as the 5-man and should perform well in that spot. The opponents running game will be a sore spot with the Phillies this season, and the problems start here with a rotation that struggles holding runners. That said, this group should do well enough. (B+)

Relief Pitching: This is the biggest question mark heading into the draft. That’s okay as there are plenty of quality relievers available and the Phillies will be in a good position to grab a couple. Right now, Buck Farmer and Keegan Akin are the best late inning bets, but they are going to need more help than Beau Brieske, Garrett Cleavinger, Jose Alvarado, and Jose Leclerc can provide. This group sorely lacks a dominant closer and I look for them to grab a couple top-flight relivers with their early draft picks. As is: (B)

Catchers: There are worse pairings than Travis d’Arnaud and Austin Wells. Spectacular defense offsets average offensive production. As previously suggested, they will both be busy trying to gun down base stealers this year. Sam Huff provides a little bit of depth and upside as an emergency catcher. (C+)
Designated Hitter. Marcell Ozuna makes for one of the finest DHs in the game. He is a major cog in this lineup. (A)

Infield: The Phils infield offers a bit of everything: power, speed, and defense. No one player--with perhaps the exception of 3B Alec Bohm—really stands out here. Yet together this group represents an above average gathering of talent. Veteran Rhys Hoskins will start at first base and could threaten to blast 40 homers. Bryson Stott and Jorge Polanco make a handsome platoon at second base. 24-year-old CJ Abrams will man shortstop every day and should be given plenty of opportunities to run wild. Bohm forms the apex of this infield, bringing above average offense and defense to the park every day. (B)

Outfield: It appears as though the Phillies plan on juggling all five of their outfielders this season. Jarren Duran is the only guy here likely to find himself in the lineup every day and is an above average centerfielder. Luke Raley and Jesus Sanchez will platoon at one corner spot, while the other will be manned by veteran Nick Castellanos. Youngster Johan Ramos appears to be the primary backup and could see some late inning defensive action. Everyone but Castellanos possesses elite speed, leaving the Phillies as excellent candidates to run amok in 2025. Defensively this outfield aligns better when the Phils are facing right-handed starters rather than lefties. Will Benson appears to be the odd man out and will likely spend most of this season toiling in the minors. Overall, I’d give this group a (B).

Conclusion: Philly fans are eager to add a fourth ring to the trophy case, and this could be the year. I’m not sure this squad is quite as capable as some of the past champions, but there is enough here to make a run and see what happens. One way or another this team will need to get past the Cubs and the biggest obstacle at this point is the deficiencies in the pen. As stated, I believe management will soon remedy this and once again Phillie Phanatics will be dancing in the aisles while singing Sir Elton Johns’ “Philadelphia Freedom”!