Phillies Acquire Hard-Throwing Prospect Yoniel Curet from Rays

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired right-handed pitching prospect Yoniel Curet, 23, from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for Tommy McCollum. Curet, formerly the Rays' No. 22 prospect and now the Phillies' No. 24, showcased a 2.96 ERA with 424 strikeouts over 316 innings in his first four pro seasons. His 2025 season saw command issues, leading to a 1.43 WHIP and 31 walks in 62 innings, including a 6.03 ERA in Triple-A. He features a power arsenal, anchored by a 96-98 mph sinker, and is viewed by the Phillies as a reliever and depth piece with one Minor League option remaining.