Hays dealt with a kidney infection, likely from something he ate, during much of his time in Philadelphia after the Phillies traded for him.

The Phillies avoided arbitration with both Ruiz and Stubbs. Ruiz, 30, pitched into a key role in the Phillies' bullpen and will make $1.225 million in 2025, according to a source.

On Friday, the Philadelphia Phillies announced that they have non-tendered veteran outfielder Austin Hays. The decision could spell the end of the line for Hays with the Phillies, as the outfielder is now an unrestricted free agent.