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Potentially Available Outfielders

By Ben Nicholson-Smith | July 15, 2010 at 10:42am CDT

The market for outfielders includes some highly-priced veterans, some highly productive bats and a trio of Kansas City Royals. Here are the names that teams like the Giants, Padres, Braves and Red Sox are sure to consider over the course of the next two weeks. We've sorted them by 2010 salary:

  • Kosuke Fukudome, $13MM ($13.5MM in 2011) – The Cubs are watching the market for Fukudome, who isn't hitting badly. His .761 OPS could appeal to teams, but the Cubs would have to absorb money in any deal. Fukudome, who has no-trade protection, would likely clear waivers, so the Cubs could attempt to deal him in August.
  • Jose Guillen, $12MM (free agent after 2010) – Guillen is hitting .279/.340/.467 in what has been an up and down season. The Royals appear eager to move the 34-year-old, though it will mean taking on part of his salary. Like Fukudome, Guillen would clear waivers.
  • Jayson Werth, $7MM (free agent after 2010) – Werth, a likely Type A free agent, probably won't go anywhere. The Phillies would listen to offers, but it would be hard to part with his .881 OPS.
  • Corey Hart, $4.8MM (free agent after 2011) – Hart's value may never be higher. He has 21 homers and a league-leading 65 RBI. The Brewers are open to moving him and appear to want young pitching in return.
  • Coco Crisp, $4.75MM ($5.75MM club option or $500K buyout for 2011) – Crisp has hit extremely well in his first 76 trips to the plate since recovering from the chest issue that sidelined him, but teams would likely be hesitant to deal for Crisp, since he has missed so much time. There's a good chance Crisp would clear waivers.
  • David DeJesus, $4.7MM ($6MM club option or $500K buyout for 2011) – DeJesus is hitting .326/.395/.460 and playing well on defense. The Royals are asking for a lot in return and may wait until close to the deadline to make a trade.
  • Josh Willingham, $4.6MM (free agent after 2011) – Willingham offers power (15 home runs) and patience (.411 OBP), so the Nationals may be inclined to keep him. Another National, Adam Dunn, could be available, but Dunn has not played in the outfield this year.
  • Cody Ross, $4.45MM (free agent after 2011) – The Braves have interest in Ross, who appears to be available. He isn't hitting for quite as much power as usual, but still has a .282/.332/.415 line.
  • Xavier Nady, $3.3MM (free agent after 2010) – Nady hasn't hit much, but the Cubs have a surplus of outfielders, so they would presumably part with him.
  • B.J. Upton, $3MM (free agent after 2012) – Back when the Rays were discussing Cliff Lee, it became apparent that they would consider moving Upton. The speedy 25-year-old isn't hitting much this year (.230/.320/.395), but he is on pace for a third consecutive 40-steal season.
  • Jose Bautista, $2.4MM (free agent after 2011) – The former Rule 5 pick leads the league in home runs and walks at a bargain salary, so he will draw interest.
  • Scott Podsednik, $1.65MM ($2MM club option or $100K buyout for 2011) – Podsednik is getting on base (.347 OBP) and doesn't earn much, so he could have appeal this month.
  • Austin Kearns, $750K (free agent after 2010) – Like Podsednik, Kearns is getting on base (.355 OBP) and making an affordable salary. Neither player is hitting for much power, though Kearns offers more thump than Podsednik.
  • The Mets and Rockies have extra outfielders, but they seem content to maintain their depth.
  • Free agents Jermaine Dye and Rocco Baldelli could contribute in the majors.
  • We've already examined the market for potentially available first basemen, second basemen, third basemen, shortstops and catchers.
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  1. AisoRed

    15 years ago

    Hopefully we can sell high on Corey Hart and get a decent package before he comes back down to Earth…

    Reply
    • Prince_Fielders_Donuts

      15 years ago

      What do you think it would take to get Corey Hart off our hands?

      Reply
      • AisoRed

        15 years ago

        I’m hoping for a #3 quality starter at least.

        Reply
      • The_Thrill_22

        15 years ago

        More than he is worth.

        Reply
  2. Baseball Grapevine

    15 years ago

    I think their is a possibility that the Rockies would look to deal Hawpe, too. They need to find a way to get Spilly and Smith into the lineup on a daily basis.

    Reply
  3. bbxxj

    15 years ago

    My two favourite options for the Braves are Ross as a new CF or Bautista as a
    full time player but playing all four 1B/3B/LF/RF positions resting our banged up guys. The best option though would be for McLouth to go back to being 20-20 and .350OBP McLouth and Heyward’s thumb to not flair up again… because that would be akin to a major trade addition without giving up anything.

    Reply
  4. FutureBravesGM18

    15 years ago

    I really hope the Braves are still going to acquire Cody Ross. I think he would be a good addition to the outfield over Cabrera and McLouth if he doesn’t bounce back (which I think he will).

    Reply
    • Mr. Chason

      15 years ago

      I have a friend at work that is a Marlins fan and cannot stand Ross. Says he is way overrated. I only see the numbers, but according to him Ross is a bench player at best and is blocking Maybin. Personally I would rather go after Kearns or Willingham.

      Reply
    • Mr. Chason

      15 years ago

      I have a friend at work that is a Marlins fan and cannot stand Ross. Says he is way overrated. I only see the numbers, but according to him Ross is a bench player at best and is blocking Maybin. Personally I would rather go after Kearns or Willingham.

      Reply
  5. Tom C

    15 years ago

    Raul Ibanez anyone?

    Reply
    • ATL_Mindset

      15 years ago

      “dislike” haha

      Reply
    • ATL_Mindset

      15 years ago

      “dislike” haha

      Reply
  6. NickTheStick

    15 years ago

    The Orioles’ Luke Scott should be added to this list as well. He’ll be coming off of the DL very shortly. He has a power stroke and he comes pretty cheap. He can play the OF corners and 1B.

    Reply
  7. NickTheStick

    15 years ago

    The Orioles’ Luke Scott should be added to this list as well. He’s about to come off of the DL. He’s a cheaper power bat that can play both corner OF positions and 1B.

    Reply
  8. Chris

    15 years ago

    Cubs have 3 players they want to trade

    1.) Kosuke Fukudome- Tyler Colvin is manning the RF now and looks like a really good player.
    2.) Ted Lilly
    3.) D-Lee

    Reply
  9. dc21892

    15 years ago

    I want to see the Red Sox get Werth or DeJesus.

    Reply
  10. bravesman218

    15 years ago

    I think Cody Ross would be a good addition to the Braves outfield, a good center fielder, perhaps dunn schafer and mclouth/cabrera will get it done?

    Reply
    • BaseballLogic_Braves

      15 years ago

      no, they arent looking for another center feilder. they are trading ross or cantu to make room for bonifacio to be a starter. if anything they will be looking for relief pitching.

      Reply
      • bravesman218

        15 years ago

        ok then well thts y i put dunn in ther. you can add other prospects that as you please

        Reply
  11. Six_Eight

    15 years ago

    Someone from the NL West come take Corey Patterson.

    Reply
  12. David

    15 years ago

    love to see the yanks get adam dunn

    Reply
  13. $3081341

    15 years ago

    4 guys S.D. needs to target.

    In no particular order

    1. Bautista

    2. Willingham

    3. DeJesus

    4. Hart

    All would love, love, love to play on a contender. Some might cost more than others. Couldn’t hurt to try though.

    Reply
  14. bravesbraves1111

    15 years ago

    Chris young from the d backs is exactly what the braves need. He has good pop in his bat, he plays center field, and he can steal bases.

    Reply
    • Smoltz_29

      15 years ago

      yes i have been saying this all along

      Reply

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