Matt Strahm, a fan favorite in Philadelphia, has been traded by the Phillies to the Kansas City Royals for right-handed pitcher Jonathan Bowlan, the Phillies announced Friday morning.

Thomas, 30, can play across the outfield. He hit four home runs with 11 RBIs in 125 at-bats with the Cleveland Guardians last season. It was an injury-riddled campaign, however, as Thomas dealt with a bone bruise in his right wrist and plantar fasciitis in his right foot.

Senator Masterson’s office Thursday stated that his belief the Royals are committed to crossing the border meets the obligation set by the Legislative Coordinating Council.

Leadership from the Kansas City Royals and 29 other MLB teams has gathered in Orlando for this year's Winter Meetings, where executives can discuss trade options and possible free-agent moves and speak to reporters about their offseason plans.

While their location proposal continues to evolve,” Masterson continued, “it will not be finalized or considered this year or during the upcoming legislative session.”