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| 1996 | The Mets trade Rico Brogna to the Phillies for relievers Toby Borland and Ricardo Jordan. The first baseman, diagnosed with spinal arthritis in 1991, proves to be a good acquisition for Philadelphia when the 27-year-old infielder spends 3+ seasons as an everyday player in the City of Brotherly Love. |
| 2011 | Former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon and the Phillies, pending a physical examination, tentatively agree to the largest contract ever given to a relief pitcher, a four-year $50 million deal. In his three seasons with Philadelphia, the right-handed reliever will become the franchise's all-time leader in saves, compiling 123 in 138 opportunities. |
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