Phillies land speedster Derek Hill to bolster outfield depth
The White Sox traded outfielder Derek Hill and $250K of international bonus pool space to the Phillies for outfield prospect Dylan Campbell and infield prospect Jose Colmenares, with Everson Pereira activated to take Hill’s spot and Jackson Rutledge designated for assignment to clear a 40-man slot. Hill, 30, is a speed-first defender with limited hitting, but his elite sprint speed and base-running could help Philadelphia’s outfield depth, especially if platoons are needed. Campbell and Colmenares are lottery-ticket prospects, while Chicago gains roster and pool-space flexibility. The move gives Philly more right-handed balance and playing-time options, and frees the Sox from Hill’s shrinking role.)
