Dansby Swanson is the last unsigned position player from MLBTR’s top ten free agents. He’ll be the final of the four top-tier shortstops to come off the board, and his destination will surely be influenced by how the market has already played out.
The Phillies and Giants entered the offseason widely regarded as potential landing spots for the top shortstops, particularly if San Francisco were to wind up missing on Aaron Judge. Few would’ve foreseen the Padres jumping into that mix for Xander Bogaerts, with San Diego taking one of the “big four” off the board and perhaps opening another landing spot for Swanson.
Let’s take a look at the most plausible remaining landing spots.
Best Fits
Cubs
The Cubs met with all four top shortstops at the outset of the offseason, but there’s no indication they’ve wanted to pay the enormous asking prices on any of the other three. Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago wrote last night that discussions with Carlos Correa were limited to general outlines of possible financial parameters, with no formal offer being put on the table. Swanson figures to land the lowest deal of the group, perhaps making him a more palatable target for Chicago. Even if Swanson won’t push or exceed $300MM as Correa, Trea Turner and Bogaerts had, he’s likely to surpass $150MM. This would require the largest investment the Cubs have made since signing Jason Heyward seven years ago.
Is Chicago ownership willing to go to that level? They should have the payroll space to do so, as they’re around $157MM in projected 2023 commitments. That’s above where they’ve sat the last two seasons but nowhere near the $200MM+ franchise-record heights from a few years ago. The Cubs are coming off a second consecutive well below-average season, but they’ve continued to maintain they’re not in a rebuild. It’s hard to imagine acquisitions of Jameson Taillon and Cody Bellinger alone getting a 74-win team back to postseason contention, particularly since they also lost Willson Contreras to free agency. Even adding Swanson to the mix likely leaves them behind the Cardinals and Brewers, but he’s only entering his age-29 season and should still be productive in 2024 and beyond — when the Cubs have a more realistic path to competing. The presence of Nico Hoerner means the Cubs don’t need a shortstop. Second base looks as if it’ll be manned by Nick Madrigal or Christopher Morel, though, and adding Swanson and kicking Hoerner to the other side of the bag would solidify the middle infield.
Twins
The Twins missed on Correa, whose stay in Minneapolis lasted only one year. Their reported ten-year, $285MM bid came up well shy of the 13-year, $350MM contract he eventually received from the Giants. Minnesota finished 78-84 even with Correa, and while better health from their pitching staff should help in 2023, they’re behind the Guardians and White Sox in the AL Central as presently constructed. Pivoting to Swanson is a natural fallback, and Minnesota had already been in touch with his representatives even before officially losing out on Correa.
Minnesota has ample payroll room, as illustrated by their ultimately unsuccessful proposal to Correa. They’re not likely to present Swanson with anywhere near the same offer, but ownership and the front office could allocate much of their remaining space to plugging the shortstop vacancy. The Twins acquired Kyle Farmer from the Reds last month. He’s probably better suited for a utility role on a contender but presently projects as the starting shortstop. Former first overall pick Royce Lewis could factor in midseason. He won’t be ready for Opening Day after tearing the ACL in his right knee for the second time last June. It’s anyone’s guess how much of his athleticism and explosiveness he’ll retain after a second straight massive injury. Even if Lewis comes back strong yet again, he could bounce around the diamond in a multi-positional role if Minnesota were to add Swanson.
Braves
The Braves have publicly maintained they’d like to keep Swanson, who has been their everyday shortstop for the past six seasons. There’s certainly a fit on the roster. Atlanta looks as if they’d roll with Orlando Arcia and eventually top prospect Vaughn Grissom if Swanson walks. The Braves have had success trusting young players like Grissom in recent years, but he’s not without risk. Prospect evaluators have raised concerns about his defense, and he’s played all of 63 games above High-A. In a division with the Mets and Phillies, the Braves are facing sharp competition to put their best foot forward.
As has been the issue for months, the question about Atlanta is financial. They’re already at franchise-record heights for their player payroll, and their early offseason work has focused on the trade market. The Braves brought in Sean Murphy and Joe Jiménez, leveraging young talent but not taking on any notable salaries. Mark Bowman of MLB.com reported last week the Braves and Swanson had had minimal contact since the offseason began, writing their most recent offer would’ve come with an annual salary in the $16-17MM range over six or seven years. That looks extremely light, particularly given the strength of the rest of the shortstop market. The Braves could circle back, and Jon Heyman of the New York Post tweeted yesterday that Swanson — a Georgia native — would still like to return to Atlanta. At least as of last week, there was a huge gap to bridge in negotiations, though.
Viable But Longer Shots
Dodgers
The Dodgers have been loosely tied to Swanson this offseason after seemingly not showing significant interest in the other top shortstops. It’s been a relatively quiet offseason for L.A., perhaps in part due to a hope of resetting their luxury tax status by dipping below next year’s $233MM base threshold. That’s not clearly a mandate, but team officials have signaled a desire to integrate some of their highly-touted position player prospects into the mix. The Dodgers presently project for a $201MM competitive balance tax number, so they could squeeze Swanson in while staying below the line as things stand. As MLBTR’s Darragh McDonald wrote this week, however, they won’t have official clarity on their tax number until the Trevor Bauer suspension is litigated. Gavin Lux is on hand as a potential shortstop option, with Chris Taylor possibly sliding to second base in that scenario.
Red Sox
Like the Dodgers and Twins, the Red Sox lost their star shortstop in free agency. They’re now seeking up-the-middle help and a right-handed bat to balance the lineup. Swanson would knock off those goals in one swoop, and Boston has nearly $40MM in payroll room before hitting the base tax threshold. Like the Dodgers, they’ve been loosely tied to Swanson this offseason. It’d still come as a surprise if they pivot towards a full-fledged pursuit of Swanson after watching Bogaerts depart. They reportedly put forth a six-year, $162MM offer to their incumbent star shortstop. While they may have been willing to go a bit above that, they never seemed interested in matching the $280MM figure laid out by San Diego. That’s understandable, although Swanson’s contract could well beat what Boston had offered Bogaerts. Would the Red Sox make a stronger offer to Swanson than they had to a homegrown star whom they’d repeatedly called their top offseason priority?
Seemingly Unlikely
- Angels: The Halos have an uncertain middle infield mix and could look outside the organization to pair with David Fletcher, Luis Rengifo and perhaps Gio Urshela in that group. They’ve been fairly active early, taking on around $40MM in 2023 salary to add Urhsela, Hunter Renfroe, Tyler Anderson and Carlos Estévez. None of it has come with a longer commitment than the three years they guaranteed Anderson, though. Does owner Arte Moreno want to add a six-plus year deal to the books when he’s hoping to sell the franchise by Opening Day?
- Cardinals: The Cardinals were tied to Swanson earlier in the offseason. Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch suggested that was likelier to happen only if the Cards landed the catcher they considered a top priority via trade. Instead, they signed the top free agent available, Contreras, for $87.5MM over five seasons. A franchise-record contract for Swanson on top of that feels uncharacteristic for an organization that usually does its hefty lifting via trade.
- Diamondbacks: The D-Backs could use a shortstop and were loosely linked to Bogaerts earlier in the offseason. They’ve occasionally come out of nowhere to make a major free agent investment (see: Zack Greinke), but they haven’t topped $100MM in Opening Day payroll in either of the last two years. Bringing back Swanson, whom the previous front office initially drafted with the first overall pick in 2015, would make a lot of sense from a roster perspective, but the money probably isn’t lining up.
- Giants: San Francisco could probably accommodate another notable signing, as they’re presently projected around $27MM below the base luxury tax threshold. They’d likely be able to fit Swanson in while avoiding tax payments, but it feels unlikely after they nabbed Correa. Brandon Crawford and Wilmer Flores give them other options at second and third base. First base, center field and the bullpen all look like greater areas of need.
- Mariners: At the start of the offseason, the Mariners expressed some willingness to pursue a shortstop with an eye towards kicking him over to second base in deference to J.P. Crawford. They subsequently traded for Kolten Wong instead, which looks as if it’ll rule them out.
- Mets: The Mets warrant cursory mention on every top free agent at this point given owner Steve Cohen’s aggressiveness. They reportedly at least considered a run at Correa with an eye towards moving him to third base. Swanson isn’t that caliber of hitter, though, and kicking him over to third while displacing Eduardo Escobar, Luis Guillorme and top prospect Brett Baty seems like a stretch.
- Orioles: The Orioles were reportedly poking around the shortstop market at the start of the offseason. They’ve not actually shown any signs they want to make a major investment this winter, though. With a number of top infield prospects at the MLB level or on the horizon (i.e. Gunnar Henderson, Jordan Westburg, Joey Ortiz), a Swanson pursuit doesn’t seem to in the cards.
- Padres: San Diego is in Mets territory of warranting a mention on every free agent given their boldness, but the infield is already overloaded after the Bogaerts deal.
- Yankees: For a second straight offseason, the Yankees haven’t seemed much interested in exploring the top of a loaded shortstop class. They’ve maintained faith in prospects Oswald Peraza and Anthony Volpe to eventually seize that mantle. If they’re going to make another big investment after re-signing Judge, it seems Carlos Rodón is the target.
Note: all salary projections courtesy of Roster Resource
Where does the MLBTR readership expect Swanson to wind up?
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redsox for_life
I don’t trust Bloom… just sell the team Henry
Bright Side
As a Yankees fan, I’ll be happy trading Hal for Henry. The latter is leading 4-0.
Poster formerly known as . . .
As a Yankees fan, I’m doubtful that Henry would be an improvement in what appears to be his current state of mind. He looks to have been bitten by the thrifty bug worse than Hal, who just anted up to give Judge the largest contract in baseball history.
Yanks2
Red Sox. They need to fill the hole at SS
fre5hwind
Technically they could use Enrique.
GaryWarriorsRedSox
I think they can fill second and short easier than they could fill Center field. Kike has to stay in Center from what I understand.
JockStrap
We signed a guy name Trevor Story last season!!
The Bloom option is Christian Arroyo can at 2b or sign Jean Segura. Why spend over 100mill when you have a Bloom like solution right there.
Wagner>Cobb
I’d like to see Swanson in Boston. But I’d rather see Story at SS there more. Plus it makes more sense for them (based on how they seem to be run these days) to bring in Segura to play 2B on a shorter deal for way less money than Swanson would cost.
YankeesBleacherCreature
Probably not. Imagine the backlash that their offer to Swanson is greater than one offered to XB. And it wouldn’t be enough to sign him.
Bright Side
Boston shouldn’t be in any hurry. Mayer is one of the best SS prospects. NGL, I like him better than Volpe. Casas and Bello are ML ready and have high ceilings. Bogearts was overrated and the Sox did the right thing letting him go. The only criticism I have of that organization is the FA signings of Story and Jansen. Boston fans reason to be optimistic and patient. And they call us spoiled.
JockStrap
I agree…he’s roughly 4 year out. That said why would Boston sign someone 10 pr 13yrs .
Rsox
Elvis Andrus can be had on a short-term contract at a fraction of what Swanson will cost, is still solid defensively and doesn’t block anyone long-term
Francys01
Come on Cardinals, we need Swanson.
Wagner>Cobb
I don’t think we’re going for him anymore. They got their lineup upgrade and catcher in the same player in Contreras. If they do anything it will most likely be a trade for a starter with some control and/or some bullpen arms. Edman and Donovan are a really good middle infield.
Cardsfan21
I’m with you. He’s good, questionably great but not what we need to prioritize with those other guys.
bravesfan
I voted the twins will get him just because they might throw a bit more cash at him, but I truly believe the cubs is where he’ll land. Think his wife plays professional soccer in Chicago
toomanyblacksinbaseball
I thought only rainbow girls played professional soccer.
SocoComfort
I’ve said this before. Where his wife plays is not really relevant outside if they both like the city or not. Women’s soccer professional leagues are not nearly as stable as being with a MLB team. His wife is 24 and has already played for 3 clubs. Alex Morgan has played for at least 9 different clubs in her career. Carli Lloyd has played for 11 teams in her career and has seen 2 leagues fold in the USA. There are players like Rapinoe that has had stability with one team but that’s the minority. Dansby may still go to the Cubs but where his wife plays isn’t a huge factor especially if wants a long term contract. It only matters if they make a personal family decision for both to stay in Chicago which more negatively effects her career than his especially as the pro leagues are growing in Europe faster here in the USA.
Catuli Carl
Yeah it’s obviously not going to be the main factor, but it will certainly be something he considers. We’ve already seen several big names turn down more money for their location preference this offseason.
adkuchan
Might figure in slightly, but she only has one year left on her contract and has already played for 3 different teams.
Kayrall
Ugh, I hope not Cubs. Of the shortstops he’s the most probable to be an immediate albatross of a contract.
Catuli Carl
He’ll also be the cheapest of the four and arguably has the best defense of the four. Not the end of the world if he doesn’t hit as well as he did last year.
jawinks
Where do you think he ends up Anthony
bcjd
It’s hard to imagine the Sox offering more than they offered Bogaerts, and certainly not a lot more. Since it seems the top FA contracts are all 20-30% bigger than I would expect, I think the bidding for Swanson will exceed Boston’s threshold. Unless they sign him as a panic move like they did with David Price.
GaryWarriorsRedSox
Why? If the market has skyrocketed upwards it doesn’t matter what they OFFERED Bogaert’s. They probably are willing to SIGN Swanson for Less than what Bogart’s SIGNED for. That’s what makes sense.
But you could be right about it being a panic move.
bcjd
Because the optics of offering more,to Swanson than Bogaerts is essentially an admission they underbid for Bogaerts. They won’t do that.
King Floch
Swanson is really overrated, whoever gives him a 9 figure contract is probably going to regret it.
rondon
He’ll be overpaid but he’s not overrated. Nobody’s saying he’s Correa or Turner but he was a key piece for the Braves the last couple of years and I don’t think they win that WS without him.
fre5hwind
He’s not “that kind” of premium player.
Curly Was The Smart Stooge
Hey fre5hwind, Swanson had a great year in 2022. GG, almost 30 hrs, almost 100 rbi. He deserves a good payday, but not the ridiculous “king Midas” contracts they’re handing out. As a Braves fan I really want to see him return. Watching him & Albies together is magic. We’ll have to wait & see.
Catuli Carl
He had the best Baseball Reference WAR out of any of the 4 SSs last year.
bamck
Red Sox have the biggest need. They also have the most to lose if they don’t make a move. He fits their roster as well as Xander and won’t cost over 200 million.
redsox for_life
I said 6/170
chrismilwaukee
That won’t get it done.
dirkg
If 6/170 doesn’t get it done for a guy like Dansby Swanson, then MLB is truly giving out free stupid pills throughout its front offices. That’s $28.3M a year for 6 years for a nice player that’s been an all-star once. Nice player. Not an impact player.
LordD99
He might even out produce Xander based on ballparks. He’s a better fielder. Not sure contract wise he’ll get as this has been a crazy market.
NewYorkSoxFan
I’m in the minority that thinks the Red Sox should stay away. Story and Arroyo up the middle with an addition like Andrus as depth is fine. Kids on the way and the SS money is out hand this off-season. Use payroll on another starter and a trade for another bat in the OF/DH.
Bobby smac9
If they weren’t willing to go higher For Bogaerts, why would they break the bank for Swanson? Don’t get me wrong, I’d love to eat crow on this one.
Hello, Newman
I’m saying Red Sox. Who is slotted at 2b currently? Swimmy, swami, slippy, slappy, swimming, salmon, summon, Simmons, Wong, Arroyo.. Swen, swan, Dan, Swanson, Swansonite.
Hello, Newman
Knew it started with an S though.
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He must be unlisted..
#1WhiteSoxFan
White Sox
Sox need to make a splash or lose fans.
TA#7 can be traded or moved to 2B.
snoopy369
As nice as it would be to have Hahn make a splash, he made it pretty clear he’s not planning to, and if he did, SS is not a place he needs to be splashing. That money would’ve been better spent on Nimmo.
keysox
WSox need two corner OF’s, who bat left handed, and their spikes aren’t nailed to the grass
SocoComfort
It would be fitting for the reincarnation of Jackie Robinson to play 2nd base.
Braves20
Can’t see Swanson going to a non-competitive team which would rule out the Cubs and Twins.. Still think the Dodgers are in play along with the Braves. Longshots might be NYY and the Cards.
RunDMC
AA and LAD are on the same page when it comes to extended offers. It’s where AA learned it from. Not saying LAD won’t beat ATL’s offer b/c they have more to play with, but considering luxury tax situation, I doubt they’d be the winning offer (even of a competitive team) considering the presumed additional taxes lumped onto it. I’ve predicted CHC then LAD, but the way this market has gone, someone could get desperate. Not saying NYY would be it, but I’d imagine Dansby would really want to play in NYY considering how he idolized Jeter (wore #2 before switching to #7).
BeforeMcCourt
LA could sign Swanson to a pretty sizable deal and still be under the first tax threshold. Right now their tax number is at about 184M and the first line is 233M
Bauer looms with a maximum of 34M in added cost to the tax number. Personally, I don’t expect the suspension to be reduced by more than half a season, at most. If that plays out, 50% of 2023 Bauer’s salary would push their tax number to ~201M. Still plenty of space.
Not saying LA will do this. But there’s space and if they want to add a FA, they are running out of options in the star FA market.
mlbdodgerfan2015
Can they? Sure, but I don’t think the Dodgers pull the trigger because in my opinion Swanson is going to get way more money than he deserves, if the pattern is followed from what we’ve seen so far. You can argue that this is what the market is but it doesn’t mean that Friedman has to be in this market. He’ll likely go the trade route to fill in some of the roster holes.
mlbdodgerfan2015
I think it goes beyond resetting the CBT for the Dodgers. Yes, that may be a priority this season. But also, my guess is that Friedman doesn’t want to overpay and overextend the Dodgers and give him a bad contract just because he’s the only high quality free agent SS left. My guess is that one of the remaining teams gives Swanson a much higher contract than the Dodgers are willing to go.
Wagner>Cobb
The Twins are still competitive in that division.
Bryzzo2016
I would say they’re actually the favorites in the weak division (slightly over CLE) especially if they sign Rondon or Swanson.
Idosteroids
I can easily see Swanson going to any team that offers him the most $$$. I don’t think that his value will ever get any higher and this might be his only chance at a big contract.
Plugnplay
I agree with u Braves20. I just don’t see the Cubs and Twins as one of the best fits. Do the have a punchers chance to sign him? Sure, but best fits? Hell No!
toomanyblacksinbaseball
Minneapolis is a nice place in the summer. Unfortunately, there’s no need for a Mr. October.
reno24
Going to shock everyone and sign with the Rockies
positively_broad_st
That’s my thought as well. His new wife is from the Denver area and has family there. If they can’t be near his family in Georgia, they can be near hers in Colorado. Plus Rockies are unpredictable. They came in late last year out of nowhere on Bryant. They could very well do the same with Swanson. He actually is a good fit there. Just won’t be on a perennial contender like he’s grown accustomed to…
stancpa44
Going to shock everyone and sign with the Tigers
keysox
I agree. Tigers then trade Baez and Soto to White Sox for Hendricks
Sunday Lasagna
Dodgers should just let Gavin Lux take over SS. Chris Taylor is already there for depth at SS while playing LF.
mlbdodgerfan2015
That is the most likely route at this point, but I still would not rule out a trade if there is a match there. Lux needs a major step up to his game this season, bat and glove. Hope he bulked up and worked on lateral quickness. He’s a below average glove at SS, not enough range and not a strong arm, and prone to some bad throws. At the plate, he improved some last season, as his on-base was fine but he needs to increase his slugging while not compromising on-base percentage. But I think he is still the best option internally.
Bart Doherty
It would appear that the front runners are the Cubs and the Twins but I believe that the Blue Jays will sign Swanson. It just makes a lot of sense. The incumbent SS Bo Bichette is a sub par defender. Swanson will make the Blue Jays a World Series team.
sliderwithcheeze
Dansby Swanson doesn’t make anyone a World Series team
sliderwithcheeze
With his wife already a Chicago pro athlete, it could go either way. Maybe they’ll want to be in the same city or maybe they were enjoying their time apart and just kind of hooked up, pretended everything was all good and went on their separate ways until the next time. If I were married to beast, I’d go play in Japan for free
keysox
Be real, Cubs=cheap
msqboxer
Swanson just makes a lot of sense for the Dbacks. Him coupled with Marte would be a solid core to build from.
shark stitches
I wouldn’t spend more than like 4/$80 on Dansby. Not worth it.
Logjammer D"Baggagecling
Come on Jed, do what it takes. Got to 175mil if you have to. It’ll take an overpay to get it done.
jakec77
Mets only make sense if he lingers long enough that a one year high AAV deal starts to make sense, but at that point a lot of teams still make more sense.
Idosteroids
I dont see him having back to back “bet on myself” years. His offensive numbers probably come back down to his career averages this season.
fredsox19
Sox shouldn’t and probably won’t go after Swanson. Story/Arroyo/Kike’ will handle the middle infield. Mayer and Yorke are the future up the middle. Extend Devers now, sign or trade (Downs, Dalbec, Seabold, Duran, etc.)for a right hand (or switch-hitting…wink) outfielder w/ quality glove and bat, and a solid #3 starting pitcher. Just my 2 cents…
billw-2
As a braves fan, I find it….interesting that Correa is considered super elite, way better than Swanson. Early on, sure…but look at their stats since 2020, and , games played over their careers. Correa has only played more than 140 games 2 times. more than 130 games 3 times! Correa has stolen….no bases 3 seasons in a row. Dansby 32 bases over the same season (18 last year) and he gets the big hits…..so, he may not be a superstar, but…he’s a guy you want up with the game on the line, and, isn’t missing for 20-30 games a season. Sorry that the braves won’t give him anything close to what he’s going to get.
TrueOutcomeFan
Cubes and he’s seemed like their #1 choice all off season. Buster Olney tweeted a great point about Cleveland and TB being able to build sustained competitors through pitching and defense. Cubs have been moving in that direction the last few years and Carter Hawkins, coming from Cleveland, is the GM. Took a look at SoortsTrac FA tracker today and there is a TON of talent still out there. We, as fans, get too caught up in analyzing everything like we’re building a fantasy team.
positively_broad_st
Dark horse team: Colorado Rockies
Buuba ho tep
It has gotten be Bob Nuttings fault
Rishi
I’d hate to say this but I hope it’s not the Braves. As much as I think highly of him (he was underrated until he put up almost 6 war this season) I don’t want to commit any more than 125 mil or so and someone is gonna overpay like crazy I guarantee you. He’s getting at least 155 mil if not 200. The Braves wouldn’t even keep Freeman for 150m so why would they pay that for a player who is typically a 2 win player? That said I also don’t like the idea of giving grissom the job. They need to get at least a platoon guy and there’s not many players available (especially if you consider they have few prospects to deal from) so if he is truly willing to sign for 20m or so less or 1 less year to stay there I could see them going up to 135/140 maybe but I honestly don’t think they have any real desire to keep him at a high aav. I picture them swinging a minor trade for a utility type player and giving Vaughn the job for the first half and looking possibly to trade at the deadline. They have Arcia for UTIL but what if Albies gets hurt again, or Riley? They could trade Grissom to get a shortstop, as well. I don’t think they will resign Fried down the line but signing Swanson makes it much less likely. At some point they are gonna need Fried or another starter. Ozuna’s eventually off the books and Rosario (I really don’t mind paying him the 9mil tho but he had a bad year, especially considering the other 2 outfielders are very good defensively).
Rsox
The Red Sox are only in this conversation because of concerns over Story’s elbow. If Keke is at SS it means Duran/Refsnyder platoon in CF or another JBJ reunion. Sox can get by with Andrus/Iglesias
Rishi
They would love Swanson on NYY. He’s a guy that would thrive there. Don’t think they are gonna sign a SS tho. I can’t see twins spending that kind of money unless it’s more of a sure impact hitter like Correa was.
davemlaw
Twins
They were ready to sign Correa so why not Swanson?
There’s still work to do but getting a premium SS would be huge. Fill out the other needs with low cost options/trades and Minnesota is ready to compete.
WeggieJackson44
The Angels desperately need him
wifflemeister
I am not a fan of large FA contracts but this guy has earned one. He has consistently improved his game at every level. The Braves will rue the day if they let him walk. He deserves the mantle of Captain on this team. A born leader if I ever saw one.
clintc
As a Braves fan, I respect Swanson and will always appreciate his contribution to the Championship season of 2021, but whoever signs him to a 6/7 year and $170M+ deal will very much regret it very soon, I think.
For most of his career, he’s been a very streaky hitter with above-average defense. Last year, he turned things up a notch in a contract year, and, in this wild market, he’s going to get seriously overpaid.
I’d love the Braves to keep him, but on a 5 year, $115M deal. Anything more would handicap their ability (willingness?) to sign/extend other, more needed players.
Dogs
Tigers
ActionDan
Detroit has money to spend with Miggy’s $34 million coming off the books next season and pretty much have Rodriguez and Baez signed to long term contracts they have the space to fit him in. Baez can also play second. Baez also has an opt out next year so it could be a contingency if he does opt out. It would be exciting to see a nice double play combo again in the motor city.
stewartnbuck
Anywhere but with the Angel’s
Manfred’s playing with the balls
AJ Preller will sign him to a 10 year $200 million deal to play LF
twins33
I’d be okay with the Twins getting him but he’s worth around 22 AAV max. Can’t trust that last year wasn’t a fluke.
If the Twins don’t get Swanson and/or Rodon, I have no idea how they are going to at minimum reach last year’s payroll (though I know only fans care about that). I don’t want them to spend just to spend but they should be spending to get better. They absolutely can afford both.
acmeants
The Maddog discussed this today. Dansby can’t solve the Cubs or Red Sox lineup needs because he needs to be surrounded by a complete roster of talented players like the Braves have. He isn’t an impact player like Correa.
User 3663041837
10/150 come on Cubs get it done!
lemonsplash
Cubs will never do a long term deal (over 6) after the Heyward 8 year debacle
Alareno
I think AA “learned his lesson” by going against his better judgment when he signed Ozuna.
Also, Chipper warned Freeman not to try to play hardball with AA, which advice was not heeded. Now, DS is making the same mistake, and he’s a Vanderbilt grad; so I deduce that he’s ready for a change of venue.
The. Braves need a solid addition to their outfield (Bryan Reynolds?) more than they need Dansby, IMO.
And, as far as adding shortstop depth, I think AA probably has several potential trades/signings simmering on the back burner.