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MLBTR Poll: Biggest February Signing?

By Jeff Todd | January 31, 2017 at 8:44am CDT

The calendar flips to February tomorrow, meaning that only about two weeks remain until Spring Training. For most of us, that means counting down to a welcome distraction from winter doldrums. But for a certain few free-agent ballplayers, there’s considerably more at stake.

Nine days ago, MLBTR’s Charlie Wilmoth counted down the top-ten remaining free agents. Since that time, two members of the list have signed contracts. The remaining eight players, though, are among those who have yet to determine where they’ll play the 2017 season (and, perhaps, beyond). Just one other pre-winter top-fifty free agent, veteran second baseman Chase Utley, has yet to sign. We’ll throw Chris Carter into the mix, too. (He wasn’t considered because the list came out before he was non-tendered.)

As we wait to see how it all shakes out, I thought it would be interesting to see how MLBTR’s readers are reading the market. Things always look different at the end of the offseason than they do at the beginning, for a wide variety of reasons. So, our original rankings don’t necessarily hold at this point.

  • Jason Hammel — A surprise addition to the market, Hammel hasn’t garnered nearly as much interest as expected. Potential concern over his elbow health may be a factor. Still, he has a strong track record and could provide a serious boost to a lot of rotations.
  • Matt Wieters — It’s anybody’s guess how this situation will play out. It’s possible that the veteran catcher overplayed his hand early on, but agent Scott Boras has found money late in the offseason before.
  • Mike Napoli — There has been a lot of attention on Napoli, but he remains unsigned and seems uncertain to achieve a second guaranteed season.
  • Travis Wood — The southpaw reportedly has offers to work as a starter, but it’s unclear just how much cash is being dangled. He could fit in quite a few places and provide quite a bit of function as a swingman.
  • Joe Blanton — Though he’s getting up there in age and faded a bit in the postseason, Blanton was largely outstanding last year.
  • Sergio Romo — Teams interested in a late-inning reliever with experience as a closer may see Romo as the top remaining target.
  • Fernando Salas — The earned-run results haven’t always been there, but Salas carries intriguing peripherals and was dominant in his late-season turn with the Mets.
  • Boone Logan — The walk tallies aren’t encouraging, but Logan continues to compile top-of-the-line swinging-strike rates. He’s still competing with other high-quality southpaw relievers, including Wood, Jerry Blevins, and J.P. Howell.
  • Chase Utley — It’s said that Utley is nearing a decision, with multiple offers on the table. It’d be surprising if he lands truly significant money, but teams may place added value on this proven grinder.
  • Chris Carter — Though Mark Trumbo may have fallen a bit shy of expectations, he still earned a big payday. The highly comparable Carter likely won’t come anywhere near Trumbo’s earnings, but it’s fair to wonder why there’s such a divide in their markets.

So, here’s your chance to weigh in. Which of those players (randomized in the poll) will earn the biggest contract over the coming weeks? (Link for mobile app users.)

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  1. CompanyAssassin

    3 years ago

    Hammel fits in rather nicely with KC now with the unfortunate passing of Ventura.

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  2. 24TheKid

    3 years ago

    I think Hammels would be the safest signing, but Weiters has the most upside.

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    • TheBoatmen

      3 years ago

      Maybe true but I don’t think Weiters signs in February.

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  3. Reflect

    3 years ago

    How can you leave out Bronson Arroyo???

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  4. Dookie Howser, MDDookie Howser, MD

    3 years ago

    Fernando Salas 0.45% (7 votes)

    So we know Fernando Salas and at least 6 of his friends read MLBTradeRumors

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  5. Lefty_Orioles_FanLefty_Orioles_Fan

    3 years ago

    Blanton was overused in the playoffs
    He was a hero vs. the Nationals, but blew up vs. the Cubs because of overuse.

    He will sign somewhere

    I am hoping that Travis Wood signs with the O’s, I am just not sure what they are willing to pay though..

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    • GoRav114GoRav114

      3 years ago

      Blanton also came through clutch in Baltimore wild card game in Texas 2012

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      • goOs23

        3 years ago

        You’re thinking of Joe Saunders

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  6. JDSchneck

    3 years ago

    KC will either sign Hammel or bring up Zimmer. Wieters will almost definitely be signed by Washington.

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  7. White Mamba

    3 years ago

    I watched Salas pitch for the Angels and he was godawful. MLB teams should stay away. Maybe Korea or Japan in his future.

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  8. gomer33

    3 years ago

    Blevins should be on that list before a few of those names.

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    • Jeff Todd

      3 years ago

      I was using our pre-winter ranking. But I do tend to agree we were light on Blevins at the outset.

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  9. vtadave

    3 years ago

    Chase Utley – 1/8
    Boone Logan – 2/13
    Sergio Romo – 2/12
    Chris Carter – 1/9
    Joe Blanton – 1/7
    Travis Wood – 2/15
    Jason Hammel – 1/10
    Matt Wieters – 1/13
    Mike Napoli – 1/14
    Fernando Salas – 2/10

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    • TheBoatmen

      3 years ago

      I don’t see how Napoli doesn’t get Bautista money on a one year deal especially with no QO attached. That is really high for Wieters. Maybe that high on a two year deal.

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    • takeyourbase

      3 years ago

      Looks like a good assumption. Except I think Hammel does a little better than that and Utley falls a little short of $8m

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    • tuna411tuna411

      3 years ago

      WOW, you think wieters is getting $13,000,000? From whom?

      And where is chris.carter signing?

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