Jhoan Duran trade details: Twins deal star closer to Phillies for prospects

After faking out the media with warm embraces in the Minnesota bullpen, Twins reliever Jhoan Duran is now actually on the move.

On Wednesday, the 27-year-old reliever was sent to the Phillies in a deal that ends a seven-year tenure with the Twins organization. Duran was one of the most coveted relief arms on the trade market, as his name was atop the list of a few controllable relievers that could be had.

As the deal indicates, however, a player of his stature and contract situation does not come at a bargain.

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Here is everything to know about the deal that sends Duran to Philadelphia.

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Jhoan Duran trade details

Phillies receive:

• RP Jhoan Duran

Twins receive:

• C Eduardo Tait 
• SP Mick Abel

The Phils made a big splash on Wednesday, landing Duran, one of MLB's finest relievers in exchange for a pair of the franchise's most heralded prospects.

Jhoan Duran contract

Duran's contract runs through 2027.

Duran is earning $4.13 million in 2025, which is his first year of arbitration eligibility. The arbitration process should lead to salary increases for Duran in 2026 and 2027 based on his trajectory up to this point.

Jhoan Duran stats

Duran is a hard-throwing reliever who has made his mark this season. Here is how the numbers stack up to past years.