Phrase is, the Astros and Justin Verlander are “far aside” in talks. Verlander seeks $130 million for 3 years (the Max Scherzer deal), and the Astros, with their deep rotation, appear pessimistic on Verlander, which can open issues up for the Dodgers, Mets and Yankees.
“Quietly, they like to not signal him for 3 years. Verlander was nice in-season however they carried him within the postseason,” one individual acquainted with the Astros’ pondering mentioned. “Nobody [in Houston] needs to go three [years],” one other supply provides.
Whereas Jacob deGrom nonetheless seems to be the Mets’ best choice, and so they’d probably go three years for him at near $40 million per, phrase is the Mets are “tempted” by a Verlander-Scherzer reunion. They intention to signal one amongst deGrom, Verlander and Carlos Rodon, plus one or two extra starters.
The Yankees, who tried for Verlander final yr underneath the idea he and mannequin/actress spouse Kate Upton may prefer it earlier than he selected to return to Houston, are in once more. And so is LA, the place the Verlanders have a house.
Willson Contreras’ probably touchdown spots: Astros or Cardinals. The Marlins checked in however he’s expensive.
Christian Vazquez could also be Plan B for the Cardinals, and he, too, has a pleasant market.
Few have seen their worth rise like Jose Quintana, and the Playing cards have competitors.
The Astros additionally search a nook outfielder, and if Michael Brantley proves wholesome, he’s the “good match and worth.”
Though Clayton Kershaw’s deal — anticipated to be for about $20 million — oddly isn’t but official, phrase is he might be a Dodger. Nonetheless wish to perceive why deGrom — about the identical age and never fairly Kershaw — deserves double.
The Orioles are checking on prime shortstops, however with the necessity lower than overwhelming, and greater market groups concerned, it’s extra probably they signal beginning pitchers.
The middle-field market is skinny, and Pirates star Bryan Reynolds’ worth has solely risen. Whereas it stays unlikely he might be dealt, the Pirates would hear. They're mentioned “open-minded,” however the timing is off, as they’d wish to take a step ahead now.
The Mets’ Plan B in middle subject for now's shifting Starling Marte there.
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