By Sam Bush
The Phillies have been in the mix for Harper since the start of Major League Baseball free agency, and it sure seemed like the two sides were inching toward a deal.
After Harper met with Phillies owner John Middleton last Friday, it was reported the outfielder could come to an agreement on a 10-year deal with the Phils as early as Monday.
But the Dodgers reportedly are making a late push to sign Harper.
But aside from Harper’s reported preference to sign with a West Coast club, the Phillies might be behind the eight ball in the Harper sweepstakes thanks to their bench boss.
MLB reporter Randy Miller tweeted:
But Harper’s impending contract will be the most important business decision he’s made in his life to date, so it’s tough to blame the six-time All-Star for doing his due diligence to the highest degree.
