The Philadelphia Phillies were involved in a proposed blockbuster deal that would see them make some serious upgrades at positions of need.

Luzardo is another budding southpaw the Phillies could target in a trade. The 27-year-old is an electric pitcher with a penchant for striking out batters when on the field. Luzardo averages just under 10 strikeouts per nine innings through six years in the league .