PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 26: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on against the New York Yankees at Citizens Bank Park on July 26, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Forbes Phillies’ Star Slugger Knocks Tigers For Trading Tarik Skubal To DodgersPhiladelphia Phillies Slugger Bryce Harper Warns About Outfield Move After Luis Arraez Trade Harper acknowledged that at least one aspect of the defensive adjustment won't be easy when the team is away from Citizens Bank Park. MORE FOR YOU “On the road, it’s gonna suck,” Harper said of returning to the outfield to accommodate Arraez, according to Phillies Nation . Specifically, Harper meant that he isn’t looking forward to returning to a spot on the field where he can hear opposing fans. “The acquisition of Luis Arraez on Monday led to an overhaul of the Phillies' defensive alignment — but no move is more notable than Harper shifting to right field,” Paul Casella wrote for MLB.com .