Phillies target Mets reliever Luke Weaver to shore up bullpen

The Philadelphia Phillies are confronting a clear need in their bullpen after right‑handed reliever Brad Keller was sidelined with a torn ulnar collateral ligament. General manager Dave Dombrowski is focusing on acquiring a reliable setup pitcher rather than simply replacing Keller’s roster spot.

The team’s preferred target is New York Mets right‑hander Luke Weaver, who has posted a 2.03 ERA over 38 outings and 40 innings this season, including a stretch of 27 scoreless innings. Weaver’s performance and veteran status would address the Phillies’ immediate relief needs as the MLB trade deadline approaches.