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MLB: Top Six Free Agents

By Matt Meffe

Oct 30, 2015; New York City, NY, USA; New York Mets center fielder Yoenis Cespedes drives in a run with a sacrifice fly against the Kansas City Royals in the 6th inning in game three of the World Series at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2015; New York City, NY, USA; New York Mets center fielder Yoenis Cespedes drives in a run with a sacrifice fly against the Kansas City Royals in the 6th inning in game three of the World Series at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 1, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Mets left fielder Yoenis Cespedes (52) in action during a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Derik Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 1, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Mets left fielder Yoenis Cespedes (52) in action during a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Derik Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports /

Yoenis Cespedes

Although the Mets have yet to confirm, multiple sources have reported that Yoenis Cespedes has opted out of his Mets contract. Last season, Cespedes was traded in July to the Mets, and he ultimately helped turn their season around. In the offseason, Cespedes surprised everyone by signing a three-year deal with the Mets with an opt-out after the first year.

This year, Cespedes once again led the Mets offensively despite nagging quad injuries that hindered his production during the second half. Although Cespedes wants to remain a Met, the thought of more money and a longer contract has always crossed his mind.

Because of the weakness of this year’s free agent class, Cespedes will easily earn the biggest contract of his career. The 31-year old outfielder is in the prime of his career, and many teams would benefit having his offensive production in their lineups.

Possible suitors: CHC, TOR, TEX, NYM, SF

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