MLB Rumors: Three Superstars Who Could Be Dealt in 2017
By Jason Reed
Todd Frazier
Two-time All-Star and Home Run Derby winner Todd Frazier is undoubtedly one of the best power-hitting third baseman in all of the league. His batting average does need some improvement from his .225 clip last season, but he does provide a power dynamic that would be welcome in the midst of a playoff push.
With only one year left on his contract, the 31-year-old slugger may see himself traded from the Chicago White Sox this season. With so many moves already being made, there is no real reason for the White Sox to hold on to Frazier for one more year. I would expect Frazier to be dealt sooner rather than later, that way Frazier can get comfortable in a new system.
Todd Frazier’s 40 home runs in 2016, second-most among third basemen, would be much appreciated by any team that needs a power push. As of now, each playoff teams seems solid at third base, with the only exception possibly being the Boston Red Sox.
However, as the season goes on, players are unfortunately destined to get hurt, and there will be a hole somewhere that Frazier needs to fill. Heck, even if he is put into the designated hitter spot or even first base, Frazier would help a team that desperately needs a power-hitting bat.
Because of his contract, however, the White Sox likely won’t get what they want for Frazier. We all have seen the high asking price that the White Sox typically have, and they may not get that for Frazier. Seeing Frazier swapped for a lower top-100 prospect and perhaps a big league guy seems like the most logical deal.