Jorge Soler
What a year it was for Jorge Soler. The slugging outfielder began the season with a Kansas City Royals team that was 36-53 by the All-Star break. Soler’s struggles from the 60-game sprint carried over to the early parts of ’21. Through 94 games with the Royals, Soler was posting career-lows across the board including a putrid .192 average. And then, it all changed. Atlanta acquired Soler from Kansas City for minor league reliever Kasey Kalich. A few months later, Soler was named World Series MVP.
Soler was brilliant in the postseason for Atlanta, though his contributions began as soon as he put on the uniform. In 54 regular season games with the Braves, Soler notched an .882 OPS with 14 homers. He added three homers in the series versus Houston, including the towering three-run shot over the train tracks that broke the tie in the deciding Game 6. Soler has massive power, evidenced by a 48-homer campaign in 2019. His stock has never been higher, and he will be a hot commodity with the DH likely coming to the NL. Milwaukee needs a bit more pop surrounding their bevy of solid contact hitters.
Prediction: Milwaukee Brewers
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Eduardo Rodriguez
Rodriguez picked up where he left off after missing the entirety of the 2020 campaign. The 28-year-old had complications following his bout with Covid last year, though it hardly seemed to affect his production. Rodriguez struck out a career-high 10.6 batters per nine innings while issuing walks at a career-low rate. The lefty is a bit prone to giving up the long ball, but he’s coming off a year that was on-par with his 2019 campaign (which resulted in a sixth-place finish in the AL Cy Young voting).
Early reports indicate Detroit as a possible fit for E-Rod. One of Detroit’s assistant coaches, Juan Nieves, was Rodriguez’s first pitching coach when he arrived in Boston. The Angels are almost certainly going to be in the race for any top pitching talents. Teams like the Yankees and Blue Jays would love nothing more than to poach a starter from their rival. In the end, Rodriguez may stay pat. The Red Sox have already offered him a multi-year deal, signifying the team’s interest in retaining his services. It’s only a matter of time until the two sides agree on the details.
Prediction: Boston Red Sox
Update: Rodriguez signed 5-year/$77 million with the Detroit Tigers
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Jon Gray
It’s hard to have played it any worse than the Rockies have with starting pitcher Jon Gray. Gray was one of the most discussed “available” starters prior to last year’s trade deadline. Multiple teams showed interest in striking a deal with Colorado, but the rebuilding Rockies opted to hold onto their impending free agent. Now, they could lose Gray for absolutely nothing. It’s certainly trending towards that direction.
The Rockies have failed to assemble a team capable of competing for a division crown. Gray, 30, is a flame-thrower in his prime who could potentially grab a big payday from a team in need of starting pitching (such as, every team in the league). San Francisco has had an up-close look at Gray for the last seven years in Colorado. With multiple starters set to hit free agency, the Giants hope to rebuild their rotation around talents like Gray.
Prediction: San Francisco Giants
Update: Gray signed 4-year/$56 million with the Texas Rangers
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Eddie Rosario
Before the 2021 postseason began, Eddie Rosario was an afterthought for many fans. The longtime Twin started the year in Cleveland and failed to make much of an impact. However, Rosario played much better upon joining the Braves — and was the key difference in Atlanta beating Los Angeles in the NLCS. En route to winning the NLCS MVP, Rosario slashed .560/.607/1.040 with three homers and nine RBI. With the Braves facing some potential turnover in their outfield — as well as Ronald Acuna’s ongoing recovery — it makes sense for the World Series champs to retain Rosario.
Prediction: Atlanta Braves
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Michael Conforto
An All-Star back in 2017, Michael Conforto had a very disappointing season with the Mets in 2021. After averaging more than 30 home runs per year for ’18 and ’19, Conforto launched just 14 dingers in 155 games this past season. During the Covid-shortened ’20 season, the lefty slugger slashed .322/.412/.515. In ’21, Conforto slashed .232/.344/.384. The Mets have extended the one-year, $18.4 million qualifying offer to Conforto, but we believe he will opt for a slightly longer deal with the Mariners. Seattle will be looking to replace Kyle Seager’s production in the lineup, and Conforto fits the bill as lefty masher.
Prediction: Seattle Mariners
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Seiya Suzuki
The top international free agent available this offseason is outfielder Seiya Suzuki. The power-hitting corner outfielder is coming off a sensational year with the Hiroshima Carp of the NPB. In 133 games last year, Suzuki slashed .319/.436/.640 while slugging 38 homers. He’s an accomplished base stealer as well, having swiped 102 bags over his professional career.
Shohei Ohtani’s emergence has teams scrambling to sign the next big import. Nobody wants to be miss out on a potential generational talent who can make an instant impact. While Suzuki isn’t as touted as Ohtani, he boasts more experience and a strong resume. Suzuki should hit for plenty of power at the next level, and that’s something every team in the league could afford to add. The Rangers have been especially aggressive on the international market, and reports signal Texas as a front-runner to land Suzuki.
Prediction: Texas Rangers
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Zack Greinke
A former Cy Young winner and six-time All-Star, Zack Greinke is approaching the finish line of his career. Now 38 years old, Greinke has struggled (by his standards) the past two seasons. In 2019, Greinke went 18-5 with a 2.93 ERA. Over the past two years, the former ace has an ERA of 4.12 and saw his strikeout rate drop 30-percent from ’20 to ’21. Still, Greinke remains a crafty and serviceable pitcher. A handful of contending teams will likely kick the tires on bringing him in, and a team like the Cardinals appears to be a perfect fit. The organization has had success with older pitchers both in the past — Chris Carpenter — and in recent years (Adam Wainwright). For his career, Greinke has also fared much better while pitching in the National League.
Prediction: St. Louis Cardinals
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Noah Syndergaard
At one time, Noah Syndergaard was one of the most feared pitchers in baseball. However, injuries have derailed his once-promising career. Syndergaard has made just two appearances since the beginning of 2020 — totaling 2.0 IP for the Mets this past October. At 29 years old, more than a few teams will probably be willing to take a chance on the flamethrower — but he can likely make the most money by staying in New York. If Syndergaard is willing to take a one-year deal in order to prove he can still be an ace, the Mets are the most likely suitor.
Prediction: New York Mets
Update: Syndergaard signed 1-year/$21 million with the Los Angeles Angels
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Kyle Schwarber
You know what you’re going to get with Kyle Schwarber. A lefty with drastic splits who will struggle at left field or first base. Schwarber has made small strides as a defender, but his true calling is as a permanent designated hitter. When Schwarber is on, he swings one of the most electric bats in the league. The 2016 World Series champion was red-hot early in the season for the Nationals, hitting 25 dingers in 73 games. Interestingly enough, he hit even better with the Red Sox.
Schwarber had a .910 OPS in Washington compared to a gaudy .957 mark with the Red Sox. The .291 average in Boston was probably a fluke, but the .435 on-base percentage wasn’t. Schwarber has always possessed a great eye and has the ability to draw walks at an elite rate. The DH coming to the NL will open up options and likely make the decision a bit easier. With NL teams scrambling to fill the new role, Schwarber will be a top name in the market. Philadelphia doesn’t have a clear option at DH, and adding another lefty bat alongside Bryce Harper gives the Phils a ton of power.
Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies
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Nelson Cruz
Is this the year Nelson Cruz makes the switch to the National League? The 41-year-old will be entering his 18th season as a Major League player, and the time may finally be right to join a NL contender. If the National League officially adopts the Designated Hitter in advance of the 2022 season like many anticipate it will, Cruz will see his market explode. Contending teams like the Dodgers, Braves, Giants, Brewers and Padres would love to have Cruz’s power in the middle of their lineup. Since ’14, Cruz has averaged 36 HR per season. After their epic failure in ’21, the Padres will overpay for Cruz.
Prediction: San Diego Padres
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Carlos Rodon
2021 was the Carlos Rodon breakout everybody was waiting for. The former No. 3 overall pick collected his first All-Star nod and was sensational throughout the year. Rodon struck out a career-high 185 batters in 132.2 innings. His 12.6 K/9 mark matches league-leader Corbin Burnes (Rodon didn’t pitch enough innings to qualify for the list). Rodon cites confidence as the biggest reason for his development, but his uptick in fastball velocity certainly helped, as well.
Rodon’s average fastball in 2021 checked in at 95.4 MPH. In 2020, Rodon averaged 92.8 MPH on his heater. The lefty reached triple-digits for the first time in his career, and was routinely throwing fastballs by top hitters. This change transformed Rodon from an end-of-the-rotation piece to a bona fide stud. The White Sox would love to have Rodon back, but they’re fairly stacked in terms of pitching. Houston, on the other hand, could be losing two cornerstones in Justin Verlander and Zack Grienke. Adding Rodon next to Lance McCullers Jr. would grant the ‘Stros an intimidating 1-2 punch.
Prediction: Houston Astros
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Kevin Gausman
Kevin Gausman’s 2021 was the tale of two halves. The first-half of the season, Gausman was arguably the Cy Young front-runner. Gausman posted a 1.73 ERA in 18 starts prior to the All-Star break. Hitters were struggling to get anything going against San Francisco’s top hurler. During this stretch, opposing batters slashed .159/.218/.258 against Gausman (which is about the same as a pitcher going up to bat).
The second half wasn’t nearly as kind to the 30-year-old. Gausman limped to the finish line and had an uninspiring postseason run. If the season ended at the All-Star break, Gausman would be in contention to receive one of the two most lucrative pitching deals this Winter. But, it didn’t — and Gausman showed some of the faults that have plagued him throughout his career. We could see the Giants throwing out a modest offer his way, but it’s more than likely an AL team that ends up signing him. Possible suitors could be the Angels, Blue Jays, Twins, Yankees or Tigers.
Prediction: Boston Red Sox
Update: Gausman signed 5-year/$110 million with the Toronto Blue Jays
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Marcus Stroman
Stroman was one of the players who opted to sit out the 2020 season, and it certainly paid off for the diminutive hurler. It was arguably Stroman’s best season yet as he finished the year with a 3.02 ERA, 1.145 WHIP, and 3.49 FIP. Stroman excels at generating ground balls and limiting home runs (career 0.8 HR/9). Additionally, Stroman is one of the best athletes on the mound. He’s a smooth defender who won the AL Gold Glove for pitchers in 2017.
Some teams will be scared off by the low strikeout totals. However, smart teams will understand Stroman’s value as a pitcher who simply knows how to get outs. Stroman went at least five innings in 29 of 33 starts for the Mets last year. He may not be a staff ace, but Stroman would be an excellent No. 2 option on just about every team in the league. A team that will take all the pitching help they can get, the Angels should backup the Brinks trucks to acquire Stroman.
Prediction: Los Angeles Angels
Update: Stroman signed 3-year/$71 million with the Chicago Cubs
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Chris Taylor
A year after Kiké Hernandez left the Dodgers for a full-time starting role with the Red Sox, Chris Taylor will follow suit. The Dodgers acquired Taylor from Seattle in 2016, and Taylor developed into an All-Star this past season. Capable of playing six positions, Taylor’s versatility would be welcomed in any clubhouse. In the 2021 postseason, Taylor enhanced his stock by hitting a walk-off home run to eliminate the Cardinals, and by hitting three homers in Game 5 against the Braves. Taylor could help bring the Mariners back to the postseason for the first time since 2001 — when the M’s finished 116-46.
Prediction: Seattle Mariners
Update: Taylor signed 4-year/$60 million with the Los Angeles Dodgers
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Raisel Iglesias
Iglesias is coming off a lights out campaign in his first year with the Angels. Operating as the team’s closer, Iglesias converted 34 of 39 save opportunities and posted a career-high 2.8 WAR. The longtime Cincinnati Reds hurler has always been great at limiting runs (2.80 ERA since 2016), but he seems to have taken his game to a new level. Iglesias set career-high marks in both strikeouts per nine (13.2) and walks per nine (1.5).
Talented relievers are always at a premium in the league. We see it every trade deadline. The top contenders try to acquire as many quality arms as possible to fill their bullpen. Especially with the way the game is played today, having multiple unhittable pitchers is a recipe for success. Houston saw this first-hand in the World Series when the Atlanta Braves trotted out flamethrower after flamethrower from their bullpen. Iglesias will fill in for impending Astros free agent Kendall Graveman.
Prediction: Houston Astros
Update: Iglesias signed 4-year/$58 million with the Los Angeles Angels
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Javier Baez
Javier Baez remains one of the most polarizing stars in the league. The sure-handed middle infielder is pure electricity whether he’s making a highlight reel tag or sprinting around the base paths. Baez is the textbook definition of a streaky hitter. The former Cub was an MVP candidate in 2018 when he hit .290 and finished the year with a .881 OPS. In 2020, Baez was one of the worst everyday hitters in the entire league while sporting a putrid .599 OPS. His contributions don’t always show up on the stat sheet, but his poor plate discipline will scare some teams off.
Still, Baez will help whichever team he joins no matter how many times he strikes out. He plays both shortstop and second base exceptionally well, is a gifted base runner, and can hit for power to all parts of the field. When he gets hot, Baez has the potential to be one of the scariest opposite-field hitters in the Majors. At only 28 years old, what more could you want out of a middle infielder? Baez has a strong relationship with Mets SS Francisco Lindor, and that should be enough to keep him in New York.
Prediction: New York Mets
Update: Baez signed 6-year/$140 million with the Detroit Tigers
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Justin Verlander
There isn’t a whole lot left to accomplish for Justin Verlander. A former league MVP, World Series champion, eight-time All-Star, and two-time Cy Young winner, Verlander has done it all over his 16-year professional career. Nonetheless, the 38-year-old expects to make a comeback in 2022. He could prove to be an exceptionally valuable piece for a contending team.
Verlander hasn’t pitched since 2019 when he won his second Cy Young award over then-teammate Gerrit Cole. In 2018, Verlander finished second in Cy Young voting behind Blake Snell. He recorded 6.0 IP in the shortened 2020 campaign, and hasn’t taken the mound since. There will be some rust when he’s finally cleared to play following Tommy John surgery, but we’re talking about one of the greatest pitchers to ever play the game. Signing Verlander is a signature Giants move as team president Farhan Zaidi shrewdly rolls the dice on an elite talent.
Prediction: San Francisco Giants
Update: Verlander signed 1-year/$25 million with the Houston Astros
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Starling Marte
Oakland struggled mightily down the stretch of ’21, but that cannot be attributed to midseason acquisition Starling Marte. Marte starred for his new team, and was one of the best all-around center fielders in all of baseball last year. The 33-year-old outfielder slashed .310/.383/.458 over the course of the season with the Marlins and A’s. He was the game’s most prolific base stealer as well, swiping an MLB-high 47 bags in just 120 games.
Marte is a bit on the older side to be considered an elite free agent. His speed is likely to regress, but the other facets of his game should remains steady (namely his excellent defense and proven hit-tool). Teams will also bank on Marte showing more power (just 12 homers in ’21) in a more hitter-friendly environment. The Phillies haven’t had a top talent in center for years, and Marte would help to build a stacked outfield alongside MVP candidate Bryce Harper.
Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies
Update: Marte signed 4-year/$78 million with the New York Mets
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Kenley Jansen
Despite a growing discontent amidst certain sections of the Dodgers’ fanbase, Kenley Jansen proved he still has some gas left in the tank. By his lofty standards, Jansen struggled in 2019 and 2020. His trademark cutter lost velocity, and he surrendered more home runs than ever before. However, Jansen was stellar this past year. While he is no longer the best closer in baseball, Jansen is still a top-tier option in the role. By tweaking his mechanics and adding a curveball to his repertoire, Jansen had his best year since ’17. While the Dodgers will likely fight to keep their longtime closer, they won’t break the bank to retain him. Kenley will join the upstart Jays.
Prediction: Toronto Blue Jays
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Nick Castellanos
Arguably the best pure power bat available in free agency, the 30-year-old Castellanos is going to secure the bag this offseason. Following a down ’20 campaign, Castellanos went scorched Earth on the league in 2021. In 138 games, the Reds’ outfielder smashed 34 homers, 38 doubles, and 100 RBI while hitting .309. Those are elite numbers that will peak the interest of any team needing a big bat in the middle of the lineup.
Like so many elite sluggers, Castellanos struggles to field his position. The National League opening up the DH spot would prove to be lucrative for a player like Castellanos. Look for the Padres, Phillies, Braves, Marlins, and Brewers to all be involved. In the American League, the Rangers are a trendy pick to land Castellanos – and it makes sense given the ample amount of cash they can send his way.
Prediction: Texas Rangers
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Anthony Rizzo
It felt weird seeing Rizzo in a different jersey last season. With the Cubs undergoing an upheaval of its roster, Rizzo was shipped to a New York Yankees club that needed some lefty firepower. Rizzo started off strong in Pinstripes, but ultimately had a disappointing 2021 campaign. Still, even though he’s not the MVP candidate he once was, Rizzo provides plenty of value as a steady bat and strong clubhouse presence. Unless teams think his power will return, Rizzo is looking at securing deal below the $100 million range.
He plays a great first base, but finding quality defensive first baseman isn’t an overly difficult task. The rival Red Sox could bring Rizzo in on a modest deal — as he would make for a reasonable platoon alongside the right-handed Bobby Dalbec. Perhaps the Giants will make an offer if Brandon Belt doesn’t re-sign. It feels like more of a backup plan, but Rizzo could just end up going back to the Yankees. Luke Voit’s future is up in the air and Rizzo provided great leadership to a Yankees team that was spiraling when he arrived.
Prediction: New York Yankees
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Robbie Ray
There isn’t a player who made more money based on their 2021 performance than Robbie Ray. Toronto took a flier on the lefty following his release from the Diamondbacks. Ray was dismal throughout 2020, but showed enough stuff to be brought back with the Jays in ’21. It proved to be a wise decision for the upstart club. Ray was dominant in his first full year with the Blue Jays. He led the league in ERA (2.84), IP (193.1), strikeouts (248), ERA+ (154), and WHIP (1.045). Ray’s productive year has also led to him being the all-time leader in career strikeouts per nine at 11.2.
He’s in for a big payday. The 30-year-old is firmly in his prime, and has shown that a poor stretch from ’19-’20 was merely a blip. The odds-on favorite to win the American League Cy Young award will draw interest from just about every club in the league. In all likelihood, the Blue Jays cannot afford to let him walk. They already face the possibility of losing another key free agent in Marcus Semien. As such, the Jays cannot afford to lose their ace in the process. Ray signs a major deal to stay in Toronto as the young Blue Jays attempt to breakthrough into the postseason.
Prediction: Toronto Blue Jays
Update: Ray signed 5-year/$115 million with the Seattle Mariners
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Clayton Kershaw
Imagining Clayton Kershaw donning anything but Dodger blue is sickening. A three-time Cy Young winner and former MVP, Kershaw has spent his entire career with the Dodgers. The future Hall of Famer will turn 34 years old ahead of the 2022 season, and is clearly nearing the end of his career. Unfortunately, Kershaw was limited to 22 starts in ’21 as he dealt with forearm and elbow injuries. Factoring in his age, current health, and importance to the Dodgers’ organization, it is incredibly difficult to picture Kersh leaving town…unless he wants to return home to pitch for his hometown Rangers.
Prediction: Los Angeles Dodgers
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Trevor Story
Baseball writers have been projecting Trevor Story’s next team from the moment Colorado shipped off franchise stalwart Nolan Arenado. As previously noted, the Rockies stood pat at the trade deadline despite a number of their players generation significant interest. None more than slugging shortstop Trevor Story. Story is coming off a down year (by his standards), but remains a premier talent who could potential sway a Pennant race on the right team.
Story is a five-tool player with no glaring hole in his game. He’s capable of smashing 40 homers and stealing 20-plus bases each year. In addition to his solid offense, Story is an elite defender who has been overlooked due to the immense talent at the position in the NL. While some of his number may be inflated due to the nature of the stadium he plays half of his games in, Story will produce in all facets of the game for years to come. The 29-year-old will be in high demand, and will likely show up on the radars of the Yankees, Phillies, Brewers, Red Sox, and Blue Jays. We settled on Texas as his landing spot. The Rangers are willing to spend and could potentially offer Story the largest payday available to him.
Prediction: Texas Rangers
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Marcus Semien
Marcus Semien bet on himself last offseason, and won. The former Oakland A signed a one-year deal with the Blue Jays this offseason hoping to cash-in on a big multi-year deal in 2021. The move made sense even at the time. Semien struggled in the shortened 2020 campaign after finishing third in AL MVP voting the year prior. With Bo Bichette in tow, Semien made the switch to second base where he continued his excellent defensive play.
Semien’s defense was never in question — though his added second base flexibility will certainly help in negotiations. Semien proved his 2019 hitting numbers weren’t a fluke. In his first year with the Blue Jays, Semien slugged 45 homers — breaking the single-season record for second baseman. In addition to his excellent two-way play, Semien is also a workhorse who has played all 162 games in two of the last three years. Semien would be a coup for a Yankees team desperately in search of a franchise shortstop.
Prediction: New York Yankees
Update: Semien signed 7-year/$175 million with the Texas Rangers
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Kris Bryant
Bryant might be the biggest wildcard in the entire pool of players. The reason why is that he can fit on any team. Bryant’s defensive versatility is astounding. He played all three outfield positions for the Giants this year. He was also Chicago’s everyday third baseman for years and even filled in at first for the Cubs. A tall, fluid athlete, Bryant has great speed and a cannon for an arm.
Of course, Bryant is more than capable at the plate. He’s a good-to-great hitter who can get hot for stretches. Every team wants a player like Bryant that can hit at the top of the order and fill in all around the diamond defensively. Coincidentally, Bryant’s athleticism and positional flexibility would fit in perfectly with the NL West rival Dodgers roster. The Phillies could look to pair Bryant with longtime friend Bryce Harper. The Giants certainly won’t let their deadline acquisition leave the building too easily. However, the Mets are a team that need to be watched here. They let Michael Conforto test free agency and don’t have a whole lot of long-term options at third or in the outfield.
Prediction: New York Mets
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Freddie Freeman
If you take Joe Buck’s word for it, Freeman is as good as gone. The national broadcaster didn’t even allow Freeman to cross home plate before writing his Atlanta Braves eulogy. As Freeman was trotting the bases following his Game 6 homer to extend Atlanta’s lead to 7-0, Buck presented the possibility of it being Freeman’s final at-bat in a Braves uniform. Horrible timing aside, Buck’s comment wasn’t totally off-base. Freeman is 32 years old — the same age as Albert Pujols when he left the Cardinals. Additionally, Pujols was better than Freeman at the same age. Any chance the Cards regret their decision of letting him walk?
The Braves could make the shrewd decision to move on from their longtime star, but it just wouldn’t feel right to see Freeman in another jersey. The SoCal native has spent his entire 12-year career in Atlanta and just delivered the city their first championship since 1995. He remains an elite hitter and there’s no indication that his play will decline as he ages. Freeman means too much to the city and the Braves lineup to go anywhere this Winter.
Prediction: Atlanta Braves
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Max Scherzer
Acquired by the Dodgers at the 2021 Trade Deadline, Max Scherzer has made it clear he prefers to stay on the West Coast. In addition to the Dodgers, the teams most often linked to Mad Max are the Angels and Giants. Scherzer is headed for another top-3 Cy Young finish and showed no signs of slowing down — even as he turned 37. While the Angels may be willing to break the bank and San Francisco would love to steal an ace from its rival, Scherzer is going to be hard to pry from Los Angeles. Not only can the Dodgers shell out major dough, but Scherzer has been open about his desire to stay with the perennial World Series contenders.
Prediction: Los Angeles Dodgers
Update: Scherzer signed 3-year/$130 million with the New York Mets
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Carlos Correa
Correa is the most complete shortstop on the market. He’s an elite fielder and grades out excellently in every advanced metric. His arm strength is top-notch. Though it’s more likely a team would want him at short, Correa could also seemingly make the switch to third base if needed. Every year he’s been health,y he’s swung the bat well. He was an elite hitter in ’17, ’19, and ’21, and slightly below average in ’18 and ’20. He’s battle-tested and has played in big games throughout his career.
There’s a lot to like about Correa’s profile, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him ink the most lucrative deal of any player this offseason. The Astros have taken a strange route in attempting to retain their star. Houston recently offered a low-ball deal to Correa worth $160 million over five years. Correa stands to sign a deal likely double that figure. Detroit has the A.J. Hinch ties and desperately needs a face of its franchise. The Tigers are reportedly willing to spend, and they land the big fish in Correa.
Prediction: Detroit Tigers
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Corey Seager
Corey Seager and Correa are the two biggest prizes of the offseason. While every team in baseball would love to have one of the superstars join their team, only a few have the money to sign them. Seager has established himself as one of baseball’s best players — as a plus hitter and solid defender. The 27-year-old is an MVP level player, and has proven himself in the postseason as evidenced by his 2020 NLCS and World Series MVP trophies. The Dodgers won’t have an easy time retaining Seager. The Yankees and Rangers have been heavily linked to the superstar early in the offseason, and many other teams are likely to enter their hats in the ring. In the end, however, the Dodgers will keep their homegrown star in Los Angeles.
Prediction: Los Angeles Dodgers
Update: Seager signed 10-year/$325 million with the Texas Rangers
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