Dave Dombrowski reveals Bryce Harper was key to Phillies trading for Luis Arraez

This Luis Arraez trade might not happen if it weren't for Bryce Harper.

Arraez and Crawford are both lefty hitters who hit for average rather than power. “I think that’s someone I’m going to be relying on throughout the rest of the year, honestly,” Crawford said.

There's so much about Arraez that's unique in modern-day baseball: his knack for putting the ball in play, his near-inability to strike out.

Luis Arraez grateful to be with Phillies in playoff race  ESPN

Phillies’ Bryce Harper Sends Warning On Luis Arraez Move, ‘It’s Gonna Suck’  Forbes

Phillies' Bryce Harper will move to right field to make room for 3-time batting champ Luis Arraez  apnews.com

Bryce Harper is moving back to the outfield after the Phillies acquired three-time batting champion Luis Arraez in a trade with the Giants.

Luis Arraez traded to Phillies: Giants send hit machine to Philadelphia  USA Today

Since the beginning of time, it seems, the Phillies have been searching for a right-handed outfielder come deadline time. Arraez, a lefty infielder, is neither of those things, but he’s good enough with the stick that the defensive fit is a secondary concern.

The Philadelphia Phillies have taken a big swing by acquiring three-time batting champion Luis Arraez from the San Francisco Giants to create RBI opportunities for sluggers Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, according to multiple reports

The Philadelphia Phillies agreed to trade for San Francisco Giants All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez, a league source told UPI on Monday.

Phillies beef up lineup with 3-time NL batting champion Luis Arraez from San Francisco  Toronto Star

The Giants, meanwhile, bring in some upside as they try to recalibrate

Phillies Shockingly Acquire Luis Arraez in Trade From SF Giants  Sports Illustrated