Baseball Blogs Weigh In

This week in baseball blogs…

• The Point of Pittsburgh wonders whether the slow offseason is good business or corporate greed.
• Mets Daddy finds it “troubling” that Yasmani Grandal had to settle for a one-year deal.
• Reviewing The Brew believes acquiring Madison Bumgarner would be a mistake for the Brewers.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2, 3) argues the Brewers make sense for Bumgarner, sees free agent Clay Buchholz as a potential bargain, and explores the options on the table for the Phillies.
• The Runner Sports (links: 1, 2) reacts to the Yankees’ signing of DJ LeMahieu and profiles Astros prospect Jairo Solis.
• Mets Critic responds to the club’s Jed Lowrie signing.
• Adkins On Sports explains why Reds fans should be excited about Luis Castillo.
• Halos Heaven examines the history of the Angels’ bullpen under general manager Billy Eppler.
• East Village Times focuses on Eric Hosmer’s 2018 struggles.
• Know Hitter asks if the Reds’ offseason moves will pay off.
• PhilliesNation looks at how Anthony Rendon extension talks with the Nationals could affect the Phillies in a variety of ways.
• Chin Music Baseball (links: 1, 2) identifies six hitters and pitchers with plenty to prove in 2019.
• Prospect Universe names one present or future trade candidate for each NL team.
• Tomahawk Take lists the five best relief options left for the Braves.
• The First Out At Third expects Travis Shaw to vie for an All-Star nod in 2019.
• Everything Bluebirds hopes the Blue Jays target Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton.
• Chipalatta takes a look at the years Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve had in 2018.
• The 3rd Man In profiles and interviews 2019 draft prospect Daniel Espino.
• Notes from the Sally previews the 2019 Delmarva Shorebirds, the Orioles’ South Atlantic League team.
• WanderRays analyzes new Rays hurler Oliver Drake.
• Bronx to Bushville argues the Phillies should avoid spending “stupid money.”
• Rotisserie Duck evaluates which pitchers had the best stuff in 2018.
• Rising Apple focuses on the Mets’ “new approach.”
• CheckSwings (links: 1, 2) conducts a mock expansion draft.
• Rox Pile takes a look at how re-signing Nolan Arenado would affect the Rockies’ payroll.
• Bronx Bomber Ball has a piece on the Yankees’ 2019 bounce-back candidates.
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed proposes some bad contract swap trades.
• Foul Territory writes that “ownership is content to let the game degenerate into a boring home run, strikeout contest.”
• Around the Bases with Julian Bussells (podcast) talks about the likelihood of a future strike and chats with Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
• The Fro Zone hands out grades for some recent free-agent signings.
• Pinstriped Prospects ranks the Yankees’ top five starting pitching prospects.

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• Statsswipe explains why Trea Turner could be in for an NL MVP-caliber season.
• Reviewing The Brew looks ahead to reigning NL MVP Christian Yelich’s 2019.
• Wander Rays regards the playoffs as a realistic possibility for Tampa Bay in 2019.
• Fish Stripes identifies all of the key executives Derek Jeter has brought into the Marlins’ front office to lead their rebuild.
• Mets Daddy lays out why each team needs Bryce Harper.
• Sox On 35th ponders what the White Sox will do if they miss out on both Harper and Manny Machado.
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed wonders what would have happened had Mike Trout not signed an extension with the Angels in 2014.
• Chipalatta is pleased the Astros are moving Collin McHugh back to their rotation.
• East Village Times delves into Franmil Reyes’ 2018 Statcast numbers.
• The Fro Zone grades a pair of blockbuster offseason trades.
• Chin Music Baseball evaluates potential landing spots for the game’s top remaining free agents.
• Rising Apple hands out grades for each of the Mets’ free-agent signings.
• Prospect Universe lists one current or future trade candidate for each AL team.
• The Dugout Online names one underrated prospect at each position who’s worth watching in 2019.
• The Point of Pittsburgh looks at some of the nastiest pitches by 2018 Pirate hurlers in GIF form.
• Call to the Pen sees a four-way battle shaping up in the NL East.
• The Runner Sports (links: 1, 2, 3) reacts to the Yankees’ Troy Tulowitzki signing, examines the Twins’ depth chart, and views LSU outfielder Zach Watson as a possible 2019 draft target for the Astros.
• Around the Bases with Julian Bussells (podcast) discusses Tulowitzki and chats with Yankees PA announcer Paul Olden.
• The 3rd Man In explains how the legendary Ken Griffey Jr. has helped 2019 draft prospect Hylan Hall.
• District on Deck highlights six Nationals who could break out in 2019.
• Bronx to Bushville believes the 2019 season will be a pivotal one for Brewers shortstop Orlando Arcia.
• Jays From the Couch examines Brandon Drury’s short- and long-term fit in Toronto.
• Foul Territory argues that Mariano Rivera is unquestionably a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
• Notes from the Sally previews the 2019 Columbia Fireflies, the Mets’ South Atlantic League club.
• Rox Pile asks when Brendan Rodgers could join the Rockies.
• Rotisserie Duck pays tribute to the former players who passed away in 2018.
• Pinstriped Prospects (links: 1, 2) ranks the Yankees’ top five right- and left-handed pitching prospects.
• Mets Critic is concerned about the team’s lack of starting depth.
• Extra Innings UK breaks down the rosters of the prospect-laden Don’t Blink Home Run Derby in Paradise, with Bo Bichette going No. 1 ahead of Lewis Brinson, Jazz Chisholm, and Jonathan India.
• The K Zone delves into how each AL West team got its name.

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• Jays From the Couch (links: 1, 2) talks with Toronto president Mark Shapiro on how the team is grooming its future stars.
• Pinstripe Alley puts the Yankees’ financial austerity in context.
• The K Zone features a piece on Tommy John surgery.
• CheckSwings delves into what MLB might look like if there were no trades, free agency, or waivers.
• STL Hat Trick examines potential 10-year contracts for Bryce Harper and Manny Machado.
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed takes a look at Steamer projections for several players who have signed free-agent contracts this offseason.
• Rising Apple ranks 10 underappreciated free agents the Mets should consider.
• Phillies Nation pours cold water on the chances of Philly trading for Mike Trout.
• The Point of Pittsburgh explains how the Pirates should have used the BAMTech monies to boost 2019 payroll.
• Reviewing The Brew sees Milwaukee as a logical landing spot for Troy Tulowitzki.
• Around the Foghorn searches for effective and affordable free agents the Giants could target.
• Prospect Universe is bullish on the A’s future.
• District on Deck names seven free-agent second basemen the Nationals could pursue.
• East Village Times writes about the possibility of the Padres acquiring Miguel Andujar.
• Statsswipe argues that Andujar’s ability to hit a curve could make him an All-Star.
• Tomahawk Take considers a reunion between the Braves and Jason Heyward.
• Chin Music Baseball has New Year’s resolutions for every team.
• The Runner Sports (links: 1, 2) weighs the pros and cons of the Twins’ Nelson Cruz signing, and regards pitching coach Brent Strom as a key piece to the Astros’ puzzle.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2, 3) names four possible non-Harper additions for the Dodgers, asks if Craig Kimbrel could return to Boston, and wonders if the Phillies will make a big splash in January.
• Everything Bluebirds reacts to the Blue Jays’ signing of Matt Shoemaker.
• Mets Critic opines that the club needs to stop playing corner outfielders in center.
• Pinstriped Prospects explores the state of the Yankees’ farm system.
• The Fro Zone grades some recent free-agent signings.
• Rox Pile explains that the Rockies’ outfield will look different in 2019.
• Foul Territory looks at the history of free agency in baseball.
• Sports Radio 94 WIP calls out the hypocrisy in Hall of Fame voting.
• Around the Bases with Julian Bussells (podcast) discusses the Hall of Fame voting and chats with White Sox pitcher Caleb Frare.
• Future Blue Jays lists under-the-radar Jays prospects to keep an eye on in 2019.
• The 3rd Man In profiles and interviews 2019 draft prospect Zack Thompson.
• A’s Farm runs down the Athletics’ minor league free agent signings.
• Extra Innings UK has an exclusive preview of the Don’t Blink Home Run Derby in Paradise, featuring Lewis Brinson, Touki Toussaint and Bo Bichette.
• Chipalatta shares 10 Christmas wishes for the Astros.

This week in baseball blogs…

• Wander Rays explains why Tampa Bay should trade for J.T. Realmuto.
• Chin Music Baseball evaluates potential landing spots for Dallas Keuchel.
• Chipalatta lists the pluses and minuses of the Astros signing Michael Brantley.
• Angels Avenue weighs in on the new additions to the Halos’ rotation.
• The Fro Zone grades some of this winter’s major free-agent signings.
• Cardinals Fan in Cubs Land takes a look at the Redbirds’ closer options in the wake of the Andrew Miller signing.
• Sunrise Short Hops makes a case for the Diamondbacks to keep Zack Greinke into the summer.
• Jays From the Couch is bullish on Toronto’s direction.
• Rox Pile wonders if a new TV deal would help the Rockies re-sign Nolan Arenado.
• Twins Daily argues Minnesota should extend Jake Odorizzi, not Kyle Gibson.
• Bronx to Bushville believes the NL Central is “up for grabs.”
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed looks at the cost of great pitching over the past decade.
• Tomahawk Take breaks down the best remaining outfield options for the Braves.
• East Village Times regards Troy Tulowitzki as a fit for the Padres.
• The Point of Pittsburgh evaluates Tulo and other potential shortstops for the Pirates.
• District on Deck ranks the Nationals’ remaining needs.
• Rising Apple names best- and worst-case scenarios for Zack Wheeler’s 2019 season.
• Everything Bluebirds runs down some realistic starting pitching options for the Blue Jays.
• Mets Critic notes that everyday catchers are becoming less common.
• Through The Fence Baseball observes some of the game’s changing trends.
• The Dugout Online spotlights three starters the Pirates could acquire.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2) focuses on the Phillies’ bullpen, and sees some quality relievers the Yankees could sign.
• Reviewing The Brew ranks the five most untouchable Brewers prospects in trade discussions this offseason.
• Prospect Universe analyzes some of the Angels’ top prospects.
• The Runner Sports (links: 1, 2, 3) asks if Didi Gregorius’ spot on the Yankees will be in jeopardy if they sign Manny Machado; highlights which Twins would be the saddest to part with; and profiles Alex Bregman’s “offseason posse.”
• Statsswipe examines Ryan Braun’s Hall of Fame case.
• Rotisserie Duck offers thoughts on several potential Hall of Famers.
• Pinstriped Prospects hopes the Yankees give Tyler Wade a chance to establish himself in the majors.
• Foul Territory (podcast) discusses a few recent signings and other topics.
• SportsRadio 94 WIP (podcast) discusses which Phillie has had the best season since 2000.
• Mets Daddy shares a Mets Christmas story.

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• Chin Music Baseball examines potential destinations for Corey Kluber.
• Reviewing The Brew proposes a Brewers-Indians trade centering on Kluber.
• The Dugout argues against banning the shift.
• Infield Shift wonders why the Braves aren’t spending more aggressively this offseason.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2) seeks a match in an Edwin Encarnacion trade, and addresses a recent trade rumbling regarding the Phillies.
• The Runner Sports and Pinstriped Prospects weigh in on the Yankees’ decision to re-sign J.A. Happ.
• Mets Critic reacts to the team’s reunion with Jeurys Familia.
• Jays From the Couch writes about a potential Blue Jays-Dodgers trade.
• East Village Times asks if the Padres should pursue Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager.
• The Fro Zone lists 10 sleeper free agents.
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed names eight players who could break out next year.
• Tomahawk Take ponders a possible Braves-Rangers trade.
• Rotisserie Duck delves into several notable starters’ defense-independent pitching stats.
• The First Out At Third analyzes newly acquired Brewer Alex Claudio.
• Statswipe believes Claudio and two other Brewers will become household names next season.
• Bronx to Bushville evaluates the current state of the NL East.
• Phillies Nation explains that Matt Klentak and Andy MacPhail may be tying their futures to the team’s young starters.
• Rox Pile identifies the six Rockies who will be under the most pressure in 2019.
• Foul Territory and The Sports Tank take a look at the Red Sox’s payroll situation.
• Everything Bluebirds isn’t pleased with the Blue Jays’ Rule 5 Draft.
• The Point of Pittsburgh looks at some controversial Pirate Hall of Famers in the wake of Harold Baines’ selection.
• Baseball Rabbi (podcast) discusses Baines’ HOF selection and the Mets’ offseason maneuverings.
• The Giants Cove expects NL playoff spots to be difficult to come by in 2019.
• Rising Apple weighs the Mets’ current first base options, while Mets Daddy is concerned that the club seems to be banking on Peter Alonso.
• The Runner Sports (links: 1, 2) hopes the Twins sign Kelvin Herrera for cheap, and shares a piece on young Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker.
• SportsRadio 94 WIP focuses on Gabe Kapler’s recent quotes regarding Odubel Herrera.
• Wander Rays profiles Rays pitching prospect Tanner Dodson.
• Around the Bases with Julian Bussells (podcast) recaps the Winter Meetings and chats with Jomboy, host of the Talkin Yanks podcast.

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• Dodgers Nation argues against a potential Trevor Bauer acquisition for Los Angeles.
• Bronx to Bushville argues in favor of a potential Bauer acquisition for the Yankees.
• Statsswipe explains why the Brewers need Yasmani Grandal.
• Sports Betting Dime takes a look at the front-runners in the Bryce Harper sweepstakes.
• Cardinals Fan in Cubs Land hopes St. Louis complements its Paul Goldschmidt acquisition with a Harper signing.
• Sox On 35th wonders if Harper will make his decision this week.
• Mets Daddy regards Brandon Nimmo as “untouchable.”
• SportsRadio 94 WIP believes the Phillies were wise not to match the price the Nationals paid Patrick Corbin.
• The Runner Sports explores options for the Yankees now that Corbin is off the market.
• The Dugout evaluates what’s left of the starting pitching market.
• Foul Territory each Prospect Universe each highlight things to watch for at the Winter Meetings.
• Good Fundies reacts to the Mets’ blockbuster trade with the Mariners.
• Angelswin.com (links: 1, 2, 3) continues its in-depth offseason primer series for the Halos.
• The Sports Daily encourages the Cardinals to pursue a reunion with Daniel Descalso.
• District on Deck identifies four potential Winter Meetings trade targets for the Nationals.
• The K Zone shares an interesting piece on the hitting streak.
• Chin Music Baseball evaluates potential landing spots for free agent Craig Kimbrel.
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed names some free-agent pitchers who could end up as bargains and a few who may flop.
• The Fro Zone debates whether the Mets should trade Noah Syndergaard.
• East Village Times views the Padres and Indians as logical trade partners.
• Halos Heaven hopes the Angels pursue Yusei Kikuchi.
• Phillies Nation previews the Winter Meetings from the Phillies’ perspective, while Tomahawk Take does the same for the Braves.
• Pinstriped Prospects contends that the bullpen should be a key area of focus for the Yankees at the Winter Meetings.
• The Point of Pittsburgh explains how teams should attempt to help troubled athletes, such as Addison Russell.
• Rising Apple doesn’t believe J.T. Realmuto is a sensible target for the Mets.
• The Sports Tank is pleased that the Red Sox re-signed Nathan Eovaldi.
• Angels Avenue responds to the Halos’ addition of Luis Garcia.
• Phillies Junction makes a case for the team to pursue Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger.
• Rotisserie Duck examines the win shares leaders of 2018.
• Mets Critic writes that “the Mets appear to be reacting to stimuli, not following a plan.”
• Rox Pile asks what would have happened had the Rockies never traded Troy Tulowitzki.
• Everything Bluebirds ponders Tulowitzki’s future in Toronto.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2) seeks a match in a Kyle Seager trade, and looks at the current state of the Phillies’ roster.
• Reviewing The Brew advises the Brewers to sell high on outfield prospect Corey Ray.
• North Shore Nine (podcast) discusses the Pirates’ Lonnie Chisenhall signing and breaks down the team’s payroll.
• Around the Bases with Julian Bussells (podcast) recaps the big offseason moves from the past week and interviews former Yankees top prospect Slade Heathcott.
• The 3rd Man In profiles and interviews 2019 draft prospect Kendall Williams.
• Notes from the Sally previews the 2019 Charleston Riverdogs, the Yankees’ South Atlantic League team.
• Wander Rays profiles Tampa Bay outfield prospect Garrett Whitley.
• The Runner Sports sees 2019 draft prospect Nick Lodolo as a potential target for the Astros.

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• Chin Music Baseball evaluates possible landing spots for Manny Machado.
• Bronx To Bushville, Mets Critic and Mets Daddy react to the team’s shocking trade with the Mariners.
• Outfield Fly Rule analyzes the Braves’ Josh Donaldson signing.
• The Dugout Online examines the state of the Rays.
• Fish Stripes revisits the failed transactions the Marlins made under former owner Jeffrey Loria.
• The Birdfeed researches the percentage of Rule 5 picks who are returned to their previous team.
• The Runner Sports looks at the possibility of the Yankees giving up on Gary Sanchez in favor of J.T. Realmuto.
• Reviewing The Brew wants Milwaukee to steer clear of Yasmani Grandal.
• Sox On 35th features a piece written by White Sox pitching prospect Tyler Johnson.
• Know Hitter runs down effective means of spending for rebuilding teams.
• SportsRadio 94 WIP asks if the Phillies’ front office is on the same page with owner John Middleton.
• Jays From the Couch sees 2019 as a pivotal year for Aaron Sanchez.
• Tomahawk Take (links: 1, 2) weighs the pros and cons of a potential Madison Bumgarner acquisition for the Braves.
• Rising Apple searches for trade destinations for Noah Syndergaard.
• The Fro Zone lists 10 free agents to avoid.
• The 3rd Man In names five players who should be traded this offseason.
• District On Deck identifies seven players the Nationals could trade.
• WanderRays profiles Tampa Bay’s top prospect, the aptly named Wander Franco.
• Pinstriped Prospects spotlights young Yankees outfielder Estevan Florial.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2) highlights under-the-radar free agents who could pay dividends, and focuses on the Phillies’ bullpen.
• Prospect Universe expects next year’s rookie class to impress.
• Statsswipe wonders what the Brewers will get from Jimmy Nelson in 2019.
• East Village Times isn’t sure if the Padres will keep both Austin Hedges and Francisco Mejia
• Rox Pile examines Todd Helton’s Hall of Fame case.
• Baseball Rabbi (podcast) reacts to the Yankees’ acquisition of James Paxton, talks about free agent Mike Moustakas, and more.
• Around the Bases with Julian Bussells (podcast) discusses the offseason thus far and talks with Tim Dillard
• Everything Bluebirds isn’t thrilled that the Blue Jays let Harold Ramirez get away.
• The Runner Sports (links: 1, 2) shares a piece the Astros’ mental skills coordinator, Dr. Jesse Michel, and notes that the Twins may play next season without a local product

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• Chin Music Baseball evaluates potential landing spots for Bryce Harper, District On Deck handicaps the race for Harper, and The Runner Sports asks if the Yankees should consider signing Harper to play first base.
• Prospect Universe polls readers on whether Paul Goldschmidt or Nolan Arenado is the more desirable trade target.
• Wander Rays wonders if Tampa Bay should pursue Tigers slugger Nicholas Castellanos.
• Know Hitter, Bronx To Bushville and Pinstriped Prospects react to the James Paxton trade.
• Reviewing The Brew identifies Josh Donaldson as a free-agent possibility for the Brewers.
• Angelswin.com continues its offseason primer series for the Halos.
• Hardball Via Hardcore has several offseason ideas for the Mariners.
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed proposes trades involving Noah Syndergaard and Zack Greinke.
• East Village Times highlights three offseason moves the Padres should make.
• The Point of Pittsburgh regards Giants relievers Will Smith and Tony Watson as sensible targets for the Pirates.
• Tomahawk Take names 15 bargain free agents the Braves could pursue.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2, 3) lists teams that could trade for Goldschmidt, looks at Carlos Santana’s future, and predicts awards winners for 2019.
• Angels Avenue offers a performance review of the Halos’ 2018 outfielders.
• Jays From the Couch ponders Russell Martin’s future.
• Foul Territory looks back on Jacob deGrom’s NL Cy Young-winning season.
• Baseball Rabbi (podcast) discusses World Series-winning clubs, deGrom’s place in the NL MVP race and Adrian Beltre.
• Rising Apple sees deGrom as one of a few reasons for Mets fans to be thankful this holiday season.
• PhilliesNation and Everything Bluebirds each have pieces on Roy Halladay’s Hall of Fame chances, while SportsRadio 94 WIP opines that Scott Rolen should make it into Cooperstown.
• The Fro Zone argues that Miguel Andujar should have won AL Rookie of the Year honors.
• The First Out At Third reviews the 2018 projections for the Brewers’ hitters.
• Mets Critic wants the club to hire a bench coach with NL managerial experience.
• Motor City Bengals recaps the Arizona Fall League from the Tigers’ perspective.
• The Runner Sports profiles Astros pitching prospect Bryan Abreu.
• Rox Pile focuses on potential candidates for the openings on the Rockies’ staff.

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• The Fro Zone ranks the top 50 free agents and predicts landing spots for each of those players.
• The 3rd Man In proposes a Yankees-Indians trade centering on Corey Kluber; The Runner Sports regards James Paxton as a more realistic target than Kluber for New York; and Pinstriped Prospects ponders the possibility of the Bombers acquiring Madison Bumgarner.
• The Giants Cove wonders what the future holds for Bumgarner and Buster Posey.
• Chin Music Baseball examines potential trade destinations for Paul Goldschmidt.
• Prospect Universe names teams that could have interest in acquiring Zack Greinke.
• Mets Daddy wants the club to trade for Kluber.
• Angelswin.com (links: 1, 2) shares the first two parts of a Halos offseason primer.
• District On Deck lists six free-agent starting pitchers the Nationals should pursue.
• Blue Jay Hunter has a piece on Saturday’s Toronto-Houston trade.
• SportsRadio 94 WIP (podcast) discusses Chase Utley’s Hall of Fame chances with HOF voters Jerry Crasnick and Danny Knobler.
• Reviewing The Brew talks to Brewers prospect Mauricio Dubon about his return from an ACL tear, playing with Keston Hiura, and making it to the big leagues.
• East Village Times identifies three Mariners trade targets for the Padres.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2) delves into Noah Syndergaard’s future and takes a look at left-handed starters the Phillies could land.
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed argues the Dodgers have underachieved in recent years.
• Everything Bluebirds wonders how productive a healthy Troy Tulowitzki would be in 2019.
• Sox On 35th reacts to Rick Renteria’s contract extension.
• Notes from the Sally previews the 2019 Augusta Greenjackets, who are the Giants’ South Atlantic League affiliate.
• Rising Apple plays Mets GM and asks readers to do the same, while Mets Critic analyzes 2019 Steamer projections for the club.
• Rotisserie Duck offers some observations from the latest version of “The Bill James Handbook.”
• Foul Territory compares Bryce Harper and Manny Machado.
• The K Zone interviews Rays prospect Jim Haley.
• Jays From the Couch looks ahead to 2019 for Brandon Drury.
• Amazin’ Prospects credits Mets minor leaguer Tim Tebow for the strides he has made as a pro baseball player.
• The Point of Pittsburgh enlists a Phillies writer from The Good Phight to provide his take on the Pirates.
• The Runner Sports has “a potentially crazy plan” centering on Twins center fieder Byron Buxton.

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• The 3rd Man In predicts landing spots for five top free agents.
• StatsSwipe projects the average annual value of five free-agent starting pitchers.
• Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2, 3) ranks the game’s 30 best free agents, opines that the Yankees don’t need Manny Machado, and runs down the Phillies’ need areas.
• Off The Bench (links: 1, 2) picks one free agent for each contender.
• PhilliesNation is skeptical of Bryce Harper signing a deal in excess of 10 years
• MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed offers thoughts on Harper and his fellow qualifying offer recipients.
• Pinstriped Prospects (links: 1, 2) weighs the pros and cons of a Yankees-Harper and Yankees-Machado union.
• Rising Apple doesn’t want the Mets to sign Craig Kimbrel.
• Know Hitter is leery of the Mariners’ decision to trade Mike Zunino.
• M-SABR shares a study on the usage and effectiveness of the changeup from 2015-18.
• The K Zone hands out MLB awards for 2018.
• Chin Music Baseball highlights the best player at each position in 2018.
• The Giants Cove applauds San Francisco for hiring Farhan Zaidi as its president of baseball operations.
• Reviewing The Brew tries to construct a perfect offseason plan for the Brewers.
• The Runner Sports (links: 1, 2, 3) asks how aggressively the Yankees should pursue a trade for Corey Kluber, reacts to Joe Mauer’s retirement, and responds to the news that Collin McHugh could return to the Astros’ rotation.
• Tomahawk Take lists five players the Braves should consider pursuing on the trade market.
• East Village Times sees free agent Josh Harrison as a sensible target for the Padres.
• Mets Daddy argues that Peter Alonso should start next season in the minors.
• Angels Avenue analyzes a few Halos relievers who had unexpectedly great seasons and could help the team in 2019.
• Rox Pile focuses on five Jeff Bridich quotes from a recent conference call.
• The Point of Pittsburgh looks at the recently released Steamer projections and how the Pirates can get into the playoffs.
• Motor City Bengals examines five notable, Tigers-related stats from the Steamer projections.
• Mets Critic wonders if the club will truly be a big spender this offseason.
• Foul Territory (podcast) discusses hot stove season.
• Everything Bluebirds believes the Blue Jays can learn from their ill-fated Jaime Garcia signing.
• A’s Farm runs downs the organization’s minor league coaching staff for 2019.

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