Bryce Harper, the Philadelphia Phillies' star, has expressed his willingness to transition to a full-time first baseman role, believing he can excel in this position. Harper, currently under contract with the Phillies through 2031, has indicated his desire to play for the team into his 40s, aiming to become a free agent in his age-39 season. Despite his aspirations, Phillies' owner John Middleton has advised Harper not to focus on contract negotiations at this time, with Harper stating he is in no rush to negotiate a new deal. Harper's commitment to the Phillies is evident as he looks forward to a long future with the team, even as discussions about a contract extension surface.
Phillies’ Bryce Harper on board with move to first base https://t.co/DBzQ8pu0f4 https://t.co/HHbTnPzdwt
"I want to be here a long time." 👀 Bryce Harper address the recent contract extension rumors. https://t.co/BEBIBOLetG
Bryce Harper has a revised Phillies contract on his mind. John Middleton doesn’t want him to think about it. https://t.co/8svHjSEENA
https://t.co/ufdzOnC1hD Bryce Harper has a revised #Phillies contract on his mind. John Middleton doesn’t want him to think about it, via @PhillyInquirer: ⬇️⬇️
Bryce Harper said he is in no rush to negotiate a new deal, but did make it clear on Sunday that he wants to grow old in Philadelphia. https://t.co/CQ9w5anSID
Bryce Harper wants to play for the Phillies into his 40's He's under contract through 2031 and is scheduled to become a free agent in his age-39 season https://t.co/QnqNGLUVad
Bryce Harper content to be full-time first baseman: I have a chance to ‘be really good over there’ https://t.co/93YRdLPxdC