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MLB rumors: Phillies concerned of Bryce Harper signing with Dodgers

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Smash Mouth aren't the only ones worried about their team possibly losing out on Bryce Harper

The Phillies, long seen as the favorites to sign Harper, are starting to sweat. And it's all because of the Giants' rivals.

Philadelphia officials have "grown concerned" about the Dodgers entering the sweepstakes, if their offer is close to that of the Phillies, reports MLB Network Insider Jon Morosi. 

Harper is a Las Vegas native who would play his home games and spring training games closer to his family if he signs with a West coast team. The former MVP is all about the Mamba Mentality, too, which could give the Dodgers the upper hand.

Another NL West team might be affecting the Dodgers' push for Harper, and the Phillies' concerns, as well. 

The Rockies reportedly agreed to a monster eight-year, $260 million contract extension with Southern California native Nolan Arenado on Tuesday. If the Dodgers truly had hopes of adding him in the future, that now leaves room for Harper, who wants over $300 million, on the budget. 

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There's no way of knowing what the tea leaves are telling us on Harper at this point. He'll play baseball in 2019 ... for someone. But, for now, the wait continues. 

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