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Can Bryce Harper ever be elite again? Phillies president Dave Dombrowski has concerns
Dombrowski questions if Harper, who hit 27 home runs with a .844 OPS in 2025, can regain his previous elite performance level, despite remaining a quality All-Star player.
- On October 16, 2025, Phillies president Dave Dombrowski said he is unsure whether Bryce Harper can return to being an elite player, remarks made at the end-of-season press conference as Harper turns 33.
- Across the 2025 season, Bryce Harper slashed.261/.357/.487 with 27 home runs, 75 RBIs and a.844 OPS across 132 games, marking his lowest batting average since 2019 and worst OPS since 2016.
- In fuller remarks, Dombrowski said Thursday, `In Bryce's case, of course he's still a quality player. He's still an All-Star caliber player. He didn't have an elite season like he has had in the past,` and added Harper likely isn’t content with the year.
- The Phillies remain committed under Harper's contract with six years left on his 13-year, $330 million deal, and Phillies manager Rob Thompson said he is highly motivated for next year.
- Despite recent accolades as a Gold Glove finalist and All-Star last year, Dombrowski questions whether Bryce Harper can regain elite form after a down season.
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Can Bryce Harper ever be elite again? Phillies president Dave Dombrowski has concerns
Phillies president Dave Dombrowski questions if Bryce Harper can return to his elite form. Harper's recent performance has been below his usual standards, with his lowest OPS since 2016.
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