Top Free Agent Pitchers' Offseason Destinations Revealed

MLB executives are predicting where top free agent pitchers will land this offseason, with speculation swirling around whether Kyle Tucker will secure a 400 million dollar contract. The offseason is in full swing with teams making major moves to reshape their rosters for next season.

Dylan Cease, ranked as the number seven free agent and the top hurler in the 2025-26 class, has agreed to a seven-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays. This marks a significant signing as the Blue Jays look to bolster their pitching staff after their World Series loss.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have solidified themselves as favorites to win the title next year after capturing back-to-back World Series championships. They defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 in an 11-inning thriller on November first, with Will Smith hitting the go-ahead home run in the 11th inning. Yoshinobu Yamamoto sealed the championship with a game-ending double play, making the Dodgers the first team in 25 years to repeat as World Series champions.

Shohei Ohtani has been named a four-time unanimous MVP, cementing his status as one of baseball's elite players. Aaron Bochy has returned to the San Francisco Giants in a special adviser role, bringing his championship pedigree back to the organization.

The Chicago Cubs are looking at opportunities to add to their pitching staff, while the St. Louis Cardinals and Philadelphia Phillies have been engaged in discussions about potential trades. The Red Sox acquired veteran pitcher Sonny Gray in a trade with the Cardinals, with St. Louis sending Boston 20 million dollars to cover part of Gray's salary for 2026 and the buyout of his 30 million dollar club option.

Several other roster moves have shaped the landscape, including the Reds claiming Dodgers catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers, and the Royals acquiring outfielder Misner in a deal with the Rays.

On the injury front, the Dodgers' Tommy Edman is set to undergo ankle surgery next week, sidelining the infielder for the near term. The Padres announced that veteran pitcher Yu Darvish is out for 2026 after undergoing UCL surgery.

Manager of the Year honors went to repeat winners A.J. Vogt of the Guardians in the American League and Dave Murphy of the Nationals in the National League.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have made it clear they are not trading superstar pitcher Paul Skenes despite receiving calls from other organizations. The team remains committed to keeping their young ace.

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