MLB Free Agents: landing spots for the top three players

Top 3 MLB Free Agents

Stephen Strasburg – San Diego Padres 

The reigning World Series MVP was once a figure of derision, someone who was shut down and could never recoup the magic of his early years. However, his masterful performance in tight games has forced those critics to close their mouths in unison.

He is not intimidated by the big moment and is a workhorse ace in the regular season, as well. He logged 209 innings in 2019, aster greatly struggling to stay healthy in recent years. He uses a dynamic curveball and some serious velocity to attack and shut down opposing batters, even though he is susceptible to surrendering a few runs.

As an MLB free agent, Strasburg might very well opt to return to his hometown in the calm, relaxed confines of Petco Park. He may very well be interested in returning and above all else, the Padres need an ace to anchor their rotation.

San Diego has recently shown that they do not have an aversion to spending big and with a rotation filled with young arms seeping in potential- Chris Paddack and Mackenzie Gore primarily- they appear primed to make a move such as this.

With prospects receiving more experience and a few more on the way- along with more additions- the pursuit of Strasburg nearly makes too much sense. GM A.J. Preller may be asking himself at this very moment, what legitimate reason is there not to.

The injury history is certainly a red flag, yet they only require one healthy season with a matured team to win a championship. Cole certainly seems unlikely due to his strict pursuit of the highest bidder, therefore Strasburg is the only likely option.