The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly interested in re-signing Kyle Schwarber, but it will take a risky contract decision.

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If the Reds did land Schwarber, it would likely be the biggest addition to the team since trading for Ken Griffey Jr. before 2000.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/mets/onsi as New York Mets linked to Kyle Schwarber. The New York Mets are exploring many options to rebuild the roster this offseason.

Schwarber would fit right into the middle of the order, take the pressure off of the hitters around him, give some protection behind Elly De La Cruz in the lineup and give the Reds the power bat that they’ve been missing for years. He’s also viewed as an elite clubhouse presence who could step right in as a vocal leader on a young team.

As incredible as it would be for the Orioles to sign him, there are many obstacles. The biggest one is the Phillies. By all accounts, they want to retain Schwarber, and Schwarber has given no indication that he wants to play anywhere other than there. If the two teams want to reunite, who is to stop them?

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