The Phillies' core is getting up there in age, so the World Series window is closing. It's time to maximize what remains of Bryce Harper's prime. Of all the rumored targets in Philadelphia, few stand out more than Chicago White Sox ace Garrett Crochet.

Ask any Phillies fan what the team’s biggest weaknesses are heading into the Winter Meetings next week and the answers would be nearly universal — outfield, fixing the lineup, late inning relief. Team president Dave Dombrowski has essentially outlined the same issues with the roster.

The Chicago White Sox are not looking for even the slightest offer for Garrett Crochet if it means they don't fleece their opponent.

The Phillies and White Sox talked extensively this offseason about a trade that would see Philadelphia send All-Star third baseman Alec Bohm and top outfield prospect Justin Crawford to Chicago for young ace Garrett Crochet,

According to MLB insider Bob Nightengale, the Philadelphia Phillies have exchanged names with the Chicago White Sox regarding a Garrett Crochet trade

Perhaps the biggest prize of the MLB offseason outside of Juan Soto is the Chicago White Sox young southpaw flamethrower, Garrett Crochet. Despite choosing not

Here are two potential trade packages from the Boston Red Sox and New York Mets for Chicago White Sox ace Garrett Crochet.

Last year, Crochet's representative, Andrew Nacario, conveyed the message that the pitcher would need a contract extension in order to pitch in the postseason, but interest remained high. The Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves were the best-positioned team to make deals in July.