NEW YORK — The list of potential free agents has grown to a total of 198 players, showcasing an exciting offseason ahead for Major League Baseball teams. The classifications used for these options include c-club option, xc-conditional club option, p-player option, xp-conditional player option, m-mutual option, and v-vesting option.
In the American League, each team has a varying number of players eligible for free agency. For Baltimore, noteworthy names include pitchers Corbin Burnes and John Means, along with outfielder Anthony Santander. Boston features 11 potential free agents, including pitcher Lucas Giolito and outfielder Tyler O’Neill. The Chicago White Sox list six free agents, highlighting third baseman Yoan Moncada and pitcher Michael Clevinger. Cleveland has four, led by star pitcher Shane Bieber and catcher Austin Hedges.
Detroit is unique by not having any free agents as they enter the offseason. Houston has eight potential free agents, including third baseman Alex Bregman and veteran pitcher Justin Verlander with a conditional option. Kansas City has a total of 11 potential free agents, including corner infielder Yuli Gurriel and pitcher Chris Stratton. Los Angeles showcases four eligible players, while Minnesota’s list features six talents like outfielder Max Kepler and infielder Kyle Farmer. New York has a roster of 11 potential free agents, with big names like pitcher Gerrit Cole and first baseman Anthony Rizzo. Seattle has four free agents, including outfielder Mitch Haniger. Tampa Bay holds two potential free agents, while Texas leads the AL with ten, notably including pitchers Nathan Eovaldi and Max Scherzer. Toronto has one eligible player in Ryan Yarbrough. The Athletics also have five names on the list including Ross Stripling and T.J. McFarland.
In the National League, Arizona showcases ten free agents with Josh Bell and Merrill Kelly among those seeking new deals. Atlanta has an extensive list of 12 potential free agents, including the likes of pitcher Max Fried and outfielder Adam Duvall. Chicago includes players like Cody Bellinger and Kyle Hendricks, while Cincinnati holds eight names, such as Amed Rosario and Buck Farmer. Colorado has three players in play for free agency, led by veteran outfielder Charlie Blackmon.
Los Angeles presents an impressive roster of 11 free agency candidates, including ace Clayton Kershaw and outfielder Teoscar Hernandez. Miami stands out for not having any players on the list. Milwaukee features eight eligible players like shortstop Willy Adames and pitcher Freddy Peralta. New York, home to a significant 14 free agents, includes first baseman Pete Alonso and DH J.D. Martinez among top talent. Philadelphia’s three potential free agents feature pitchers Carlos Estévez and Jeff Hoffman. Pittsburgh lists six, including staple players like Yasmani Grandal and Andrew McCutchen. St. Louis is in a similar situation with six probable free agents, featuring reigning MVP Paul Goldschmidt. San Diego holds ten potential free agents, marking a significant transition period ahead, while San Francisco has six on the roster, including outfielder Michael Conforto. Washington rounds out the list with four players, notably pitcher Patrick Corbin.
As teams prepare for the offseason, the potential movement of these players will have significant implications on the upcoming season, with numerous franchises assessing how to bolster their rosters for success.