Duran, 27, has put up a 2.01 ERA and 2.49 FIP for the Twins this season. Under team control through 2027, the righthander has a career 2.47 ERA in 233 innings over 223 games, and was considered one of the most in-demand relievers on the market due to his combination of track record and team control remaining.

The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired Jhoan Duran, trading two top prospects to the Minnesota Twins for the hard-throwing closer

The Philadelphia Phillies are nearing a trade to land one of the most dominant relievers in the game. The Phillies are set to acquire righty Jhoan Duran from the Minnesota Twins in a deadline eve trade, reports The Athletic. The return to the Twins is minor-league catcher Eduardo Tait and starting pitcher Mick Abel, per ESPN.