Not even Scott Boras can save him

Although he began the 12 months as an everyday within the Philadelphia Phillies’ outfield, veteran Nick Castellanos noticed his taking part in time decreased because the season went on. In consequence, the 33-year-old’s future is shrouded by uncertainty heading into the winter.

Beforehand a shopper of ‘tremendous agent’ Scott Boras, Castellanos and Boras reduce ties earlier than the start of the 2025 season, and the outfielder served as his personal agent for the previous 12 months.

Now, forward of a massively vital offseason, Castellanos has determined to rent Mato Sports activities Company, run by agent Gene Mato. Insider Jon Heyman took to X on Wednesday to tell followers of the event.

“Nick Castellanos has employed Mato Sports activities Administration to symbolize him” Heyman posted to X

Regardless of hiring a succesful consultant, many followers foresaw a bleak future for Castellanos off the again of an underwhelming season.

“Not even Scott Boras can save him. It’s over Nick!” a fan wrote

“Does he have connections in Japan? Trigger that’s the place Nick shall be taking part in subsequent 12 months” one other fan commented

“KBO is gonna be good for him” one other fan replied

“Guess he’s good as gone from the Phils. Legit thanks for the recollections, Nick.” one other fan responded

“Huge Whiff Nick had his moments and I thank him for it. Hope he results in Miami or Pittsburgh the place not a lot is anticipated from him and he can daydream all he needs.” one other fan shared

“Time for Nick to maneuver alongside, I feel. Thanks for a principally enjoyable 4 years. He’ll get $20 million subsequent season in any occasion and an opportunity to start out clear and completely satisfied elsewhere.” one other fan posted

“We’ll see what occurs” – Phillies POBO Dave Dombrowski preserve issues imprecise when requested about Nick Castellanos’ future

One of many hottest speaking factors, so far as the Philadelphia Phillies are involved, in the direction of the tip of the 2025 season, was the souring relationship between Nick Castellanos and supervisor Rob Thomson.

With Thomson now set to hold on as skipper for the 2026 season, this may occasionally spell the tip of Castellanos‘ time at Citizen’s Financial institution Park.

On Thursday, October 16, Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski was quizzed about Castellanos‘ future. As reported by insider Todd Zolecki of MLB.com, the manager avoided divulging a lot data.

“Effectively, we’ll see what occurs. I imply, I’m not going to get into particular gamers which might be on our roster, underneath contract, however the issues that you simply talked about are correct, however we’ll see what occurs.” Dombrowski stated

Although it’s is reported that the Phillies are actively taking a look at offloading Castellanos this offseason, the $20 million wage owed to him for the 2026 season stays an enormous deterrent for franchises.