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,

The Philadelphia Phillies did not tender Austin Hays a contract on Friday, making the outfielder a free agent.