Players become free agents the day after the conclusion of the World Series. But they can't sign with a new team until the fifth day after the World Series ends. That gives the player's current team a five-day window to try to keep their free agents, although a player's agent can talk to other teams.

Ranking 9 players the Philadelphia Phillies should go after in MLB free agency, beginning with Kyle Schwarber.

Matt Stairs of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a two-run pinch hit home run in the eighth inning off Jonathan Broxton #51 of the Los Angeles Dodgers to take a two-run lead in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series during the 2008 MLB playoffs on Oct. 13, 2008, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images

The Minnesota Twins and the Philadelphia Phillies begin a 3-game interleague series Friday in Philadelphia. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET.

Kyle Schwarber and the Phillies jump into the lead in the fourth inning before scoring five runs off Clayton Kershaw in the eighth in an 8-2 win in Game 3.

The Philadelphia Phillies might use some of the money they save on their veteran southpaw to lock in their younger replacement.

The Phillies face challenges in the NL Division Series after losing Game 1 to the Dodgers. Shohei Ohtani, despite initial struggles, dominated the Phillies' lineup, striking out key players like Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber.

The slugger is no stranger to recognition for his work at the plate. Over his 11-year career, Schwarber has earned three All-Star selections, a Silver Slugger Award and an All-Star Game MVP. He has shown no signs of slowing down, and if Philadelphia is unable to retain him, it would leave a major hole at the top of the lineup.

Exploring three ideal trade destinations for Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm, including Angels, Mariners, and Tigers with proposed trade packages.

The Philadelphia Phillies made the right move bringing Harrison Bader to town and now his future is up in the air.