David Robertson, a seasoned right-handed reliever, has officially joined the Phillies, as confirmed by John Heyman on Sunday.
This move is significant for Philadelphia, especially with José Alvarado facing an 80-game suspension due to a PED violation, which also rules him out for the playoffs.
At 40 years old, Robertson is set to earn approximately $6.22 million for the rest of the 2025 season.
Throughout 2024, he maintained a solid 3.00 ERA while playing for the Rangers, striking out 99 batters over 72 innings across 68 games.
His record stood at 3-4, including two saves.
Robertson decided to sign with Philadelphia after an impressive bullpen session for the Providence team in Loldia this past weekend, with reports indicating that he “looked very good,” as per Heyman.
It’s not surprising that the Phillies are eager to add Robertson. Currently, they’re positioning themselves at the top of the National League East, driving towards another World Series appearance.
Robertson has previously pitched for the Phillies in 2019 and 2022. In 2019, he managed just seven games with a notably high 5.40 ERA before being sidelined by Tommy John surgery.
In 2022, he improved significantly, recording a 2.70 ERA in 22 appearances and achieving six saves.
During the 2022 playoffs, which culminated in the Phillies’ first World Series appearance in over a decade, Robertson showcased his skills in eight games, boasting an impressive 1.17 ERA.
His 16-year career has established him as one of baseball’s most consistent and reliable late-inning pitchers.
Overall, Robertson has racked up 177 saves with a career ERA sitting at 2.91 across 860 games.
He made his debut with the Yankees in 2008, becoming an All-Star in 2011 and securing his first World Series ring in 2009.
Following a return to the Yankees between 2017 and 2018, he played for the Mets in 2023, delivering a strong 2.05 ERA over 40 games and pitching a total of 44 innings.
