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Phillies release Nick Castellanos despite $20 million owed amid reported camp absence controversy

February 13, 2026

The Philadelphia Phillies have released veteran outfielder Nick Castellanos despite still owing him $20 million, as he has been instructed not to report to the team's complex. This decision comes ahead of the 2026 season and follows reports indicating that there was no locker available for him in the clubhouse.

Phillies release Nick Castellanos despite $20 million owed amid reported camp absence controversy

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Nick Castellanos released by the Philadelphia Phillies before spring training.
The team owes Castellanos $20 million following his release.
Reports indicate there was no locker for Castellanos in the clubhouse.
Castellanos has been told not to report to the team's complex.
This release occurs ahead of the 2026 MLB season.

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Phillies release Nick Castellanos despite $20 million owed amid reported camp absence controversy

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Phillies release Nick Castellanos despite $20 million owed amid reported camp absence controversy

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