Bryce Harper rumors: Phillies among the favorites while the free agent of the superstar is getting close to an agreement

Offensive player Bryce Harper could get closer to an agreement with his new team. Yesterday at CBS Sports Headquarters, Jim Bowden, MLB Member said he heard discussions between Harper and the The Philadelphia Phillies were intensifying and an agreement could soon be reached.

"I'm always aware that there is a lot of momentum and traction when he signed and signed with the Philadelphia Phillies – he could finish third and get home soon," he said. said Bowden.

On Sunday, Jon Heyman of the MLB network echoed Bowden's sentiments, saying "things are warming up with Harper".

Things are warming up with Harper. Intensified is the word I've heard. The Phillies are the favorites, but we realize that nothing has been done yet. Will be a long-term agreement.

– Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) February 17, 2019

Heyman also noted that other contenders for Harper, such as Nationals, Padres and other players, have not been told that they would not be racing for the paralyzed player. .

Talks between Harper and the Phillies seem to intensify, but nothing has been said yet. For now, it seems that other interested teams have not been notified. This includes Padres, Nats, Giants, Chisox and several mystery teams.

– Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) February 17, 2019

Harper, 26, has entered the off-season considered the best or second best player available, behind Manny Machado. For his career, he hit .279 / .388 / .512 (139 OPS +) with 184 homers and 75 goals stolen. Although he had a disappointing average of .249 last season, he still reached the base 39% of the time, which earned him a lead of 133 points.

The Phillies had an active winter, added J.T. Realmuto and Jean Segura through trades and Andrew McCutchen and David Robertson freelance. Harper would help them get closer to the top of the National League East, a position they have not occupied since 2011.