What will Carlos Correa do? That’s the 1000 dollar question.
In fact, that’s the more than $325 million question since the shortstop wants more than Corey Seager, who signed for $325 million in Texas before the work stoppage.
The Astros’ alumni market is pretty niche due to Scott Boras and Correa’s asking price.
This explains, for example, why the Tigers, who didn’t put a ridiculous offer on his table ($275 million plus performance bonuses) didn’t sign him.
“Detroit offered Correa a 10-year contract worth $275M.
The Tigers included at least 3 opt-out clauses in their 10-year offer; half of the contract was covered by a provision in which Correa would’ve received a $10M bonus every time he finished among the top 5 in MVP voting.” https://t.co/VBVmV7rl5c
—Brandon Wile (@Brandon_N_Wile) March 11, 2022
The Yankees are going to be interested in it, but I don’t see him signing in the Bronx. The Dodgers? May be. The Red Sox? Who knows.
In fact, right now the Cubs are arguably his best shot at getting a nice contract.
Source: The #Cubs, who engaged with Carlos Correa in negotiations before the lockout began, are among the favorites to sign him as the market reopens. Have@MLBNetworkHave @MLB https://t.co/rmnpEZcJYC
—Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) March 11, 2022
According to Jon Heyman, the Chicago team, which is ready to spend after rebuilding its squad last summer, wants to build a club to win for a long time. Correa is therefore a perfect target.
And Marcus Stroman, the club’s big catch before the work stoppage, started trying to lure him back to town again.
Neeeeeeeeeed it. @TeamCJCorrea https://t.co/VQijKg0IeS
—Marcus Stroman (@STR0) March 11, 2022
Honestly, if the club is ready to pay the price or if the player wants to water down his wine, this is probably the most logical option. Thus, it would give the club a big room to build on for the long term.
Remember that Correa always wanted to play at Wrigley Field. If the Cubs call, he’ll clearly listen. And they probably have since last night, like they did in November…
- The Braves have no reason not to sign Freddie Freeman.
Source: Prior to lockout, #Braves had detailed conversations with free agent Justin Verlander. He ultimately returned to Houston, but this indicates that the Braves are trying to fit a high-level starter *and* Freddie Freeman into their budget. @MLBNetwork @MLB
—Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) March 11, 2022
- The Yankees want a first baseman, but not at all costs.
Before the lockout the Yankees were not close on a Matt Olson trade because the considered they ask way too high. They are not willing to trade SS prospect Anthony Volpe.
— Andy Martino (@martinonyc) March 11, 2022
Rangers, Yankees Resuming Pursuit Of Athletics’ Matt Olson https://t.co/nIn3M8Kwrk pic.twitter.com/KevIuDmKUk
— MLB Trade Rumors (@mlbtraderumors) March 11, 2022
- Will Carlos Rodon find a home quickly?
Carlos Rodon’s medicals look “very good.”
Could he be a target for the Mets? https://t.co/oCRipjI2G1 pic.twitter.com/xT7cxflAki
—SNY (@SNYtv) March 11, 2022
- The players arrive at the Jays’ camp, even if they have until Sunday to report.
Add slugger Teoscar Hernandez to the list off stars. #FriYAY #BlueJays https://t.co/pfTwO8eU1D
— Ben Wagner (@benwag247) March 11, 2022
