Hays dealt with a kidney infection, likely from something he ate, during much of his time in Philadelphia after the Phillies traded for him.

Four months after bringing in Austin Hays at the trade deadline, the Phillies are parting ways with the left fielder. The team did not tender a contract to Hays, 29, on Friday. One year removed from an All-Star season,

On Friday, the Philadelphia Phillies announced that they have non-tendered veteran outfielder Austin Hays. The decision could spell the end of the line for Hays with the Phillies, as the outfielder is now an unrestricted free agent.