Bryce Harper trade rumors emerge following Phillies postseason exit

Following a disappointing postseason exit, MLB insider Ken Rosenthal suggests the Philadelphia Phillies should consider trading star first baseman Bryce Harper. Despite high payroll expectations, the Phillies suffered an early Wild Card series loss to the Atlanta Braves.

Harper is set to earn $118 million over the next five seasons and holds a full no-trade clause, which may complicate any potential transaction. Potential landing spots for the nine-time All-Star include the Chicago Cubs, who may lose outfielders in free agency, and the Boston Red Sox, who could benefit from his veteran leadership.

Other teams mentioned as possible destinations include the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Yankees.