What happened: MLB Network's Joel Sherman identified the Philadelphia Phillies as the ideal destination for Josh Hader if the Houston Astros trade the closer. Sherman pointed to the Los Angeles Dodgers' apprehension toward playing Philadelphia in last year's postseason as justification for the fit.

Why it matters: Acquiring the left-hander would upgrade a Philadelphia pitching staff looking to solidify its National League position. The speculation arrives as both the Phillies and Dodgers evaluate their respective trade deadline needs.

What to watch: Watch for Houston's final decision on Hader's availability as the trade deadline approaches.