Given the Phillies' relative depth in the rotation and the team's clear need for an outfield upgrade and extra bullpen arms, Abel could be an intriguing yet expendable trade chip for the organization. As a result, his latest start could be one of his last with the Phillies.

The Philadelphia Phillies were predicted to either cut ties with pitcher Mick Abel or change his role in the rotation.

Whether it's a closer, another outfielder, or even one more starting pitcher, the Phillies can be expected to add some big names between now and the Jul. 31 trade deadline. But yo