And the Mud Hens make the next move in their chess match with Washington to win the offseason.
Malachi Person is 31 years old and considered fragile, but on the other hand he has become one of the best middle infielders in the game the past few seasons and is coming off two straight 5+ WAR seasons.
He was a late bloomer and does have a reputation for selfishness, but he is also an excellent defender who can play both middle infield positions and a fine hitter with a line drive, gap hitting approach.
This is a risky signing for Philly, but it has some real upside potential as well.