The Atlanta Braves recently signed former Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Evan Phillips to a three-year, $35 million contract. The idea of letting Raisel Iglesias walk in MLB free agency and having Phillips become the set-up man while moving Robert Suarez to the closer has been rumored to happen. However, the latest report from reporter Francys Romero suggests that the Braves still have interest in reuniting with Iglesias.

“Raisel Iglesias has drawn interest from multiple teams, including the Atlanta Braves and Detroit Tigers, per sources,” Romero wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

The Braves are looking to make their next move. Perhaps re-signing Iglesias will become their next priority. If they brought him back, Iglesias would likely remain in the closer role with Phillips and Suarez pitching in 7th and 8th inning roles.

Iglesias, 36, earned his first career All-Star selection during the 2026 campaign. The closer pitched to a stellar 2.55 ERA across 59 outings. He saved 34 games. Iglesias is one of the best closers in the sport.

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Building an elite bullpen is never a bad idea. Having Iglesias, Suarez and Phillips all together would give Atlanta one of the stronger bullpens in the entire game. Of course, it was Atlanta's bullpen that played a crucial role in the team's 2021 World Series victory.

Romero reported that “multiple teams” are interested in Iglesias, however. The Tigers were also specifically mentioned in the report. The Braves are clearly going to have competition in their pursuit of a reunion with Raisel Iglesias. Regardless of where he signs, Iglesias is in a good position to receive a quality contract.