The Athletic ’s Matt Gelb reported Friday that Schwarber and the Phillies have had “broad conversations” about a new deal. Schwarber, who turns 32 on March 5, is entering the final season of a four-year, $72 million contract.

Schwarber is entering the final season of his four-year free agent deal. The $79MM investment has paid off handsomely for the Phillies. He has hit .221/.344/.488 with 131 homers in a little more than 2000 plate appearances. Only Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani have hit more home runs over the last three seasons.

Schwarber has the team in mind, but adding first base isn't the worst idea going into a contract year. This spring, he has a modest mission.