Most teams have full 40-man rosters at this point in the year, but one third of MLB clubs have at least one open spot. These teams could offer free agents Major League deals without having to cut another player (if they have enough money and projected 25-man roster space) or make a waiver claim at some point before Opening Day. Here’s the team-by-team breakdown:
- Braves – 36
- White Sox – 37
- Nationals – 38
- Yankees – 39
- Angels – 39
- Phillies – 39
- Cubs – 39
- Cardinals – 39
- Rockies – 39
Keep in mind that the 21 teams with full 40-man rosters could create roster space by moving a player to the 60-day disabled list or by releasing, outrighting or designating for assignment a rostered player.
Source: MLB.com and MLBDepthCharts.com.
