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J.T. Realmuto returns to Phillies on record deal: Here's what history says about blockbuster catcher contracts
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Oakland A's news: St. Louis Cardinals acquire Nolan Arenado; Philadelphia Phillies re-sign J.T. Realmuto - Athletics Nation
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Extension Candidate: J.T. Realmuto - MLB Trade Rumors
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Phillies have to make J.T. Realmuto the most expensive catcher in baseball
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Phillies' Realmuto: I won't let 'Canada tell me what I do and don't put in my body
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Philadelphia Phillies keep J.T. Realmuto with 5-year, $115.5 million deal, sources say - ESPN
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Phillies sign Bryce Harper to 13-year, $330 million contract, per report - MLB Daily Dish
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Phillies GM makes JT Realmuto extension seem unlikely right now
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Phillies will likely try to lock up J.T. Realmuto with a contract extension. What might that deal look like?