With J.C. Romero struggling mightily and Antonio Bastardo bouncing back and forth from Lehigh Valley, the Philadelphia Phillies have 
acknowledged their desperate need for a reliable left-handed option from the bullpen. Scott Eyre, retired, has been discussed and several intriguing waiver trade options exist. Brian Tallet of the Blue Jays, Brian Fuentes of the Los Angeles Angels, and Mike Gonzalez of the Baltimore Orioles could all get the job done.
The most intriguing, in my opinion, and perhaps the most easily attainable, would be Gonzalez. He signed a two year deal worth $12 million dollars last off-season to join Baltimore. He’s spent most of this season on the DL but has pitched well since returning, yielding just two runs in nine innings of work since the all-star break. His fastball is now back to over 90 mph. The Phillies, however, may be reluctant to make a move for Gonzalez unless Baltimore is willing to pick up some of his remaining salary.
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