New York Mets: Three trade destinations for Dominic Smith
By David Hill
Minnesota Twins
For a team with postseason aspirations and high hopes for free agency, this offseason has been a disappointment for the Minnesota Twins.
First, they looked to add a top of the rotation starter. Instead, they were rebuffed at every turn, ultimately bringing back Michael Pineda and signing the duo of Rich Hill and Homer Bailey. Then, they turned their attention to Josh Donaldson, with the idea of moving Miguel Sano to first. However, Donaldson may have the contract he wants from Atlanta, as he has dragged his feet about picking a destination.
Instead of expending those financial resources to an aging Donaldson, the Twins could look to make other moves. Adding a player like Dominic Smith could make sense, allowing Minnesota to put money towards extending their young core. Likewise, if Smith becomes the player he was expected to be, he could be a key piece of that future.
First base is definitely unsettled in Minnesota. Last year’s starter, C.J. Cron, signed with the Tigers. Marwin Gonzalez currently sits atop their depth chart, but is better served as a super utility player. The options behind Gonzalez are hardly inspiring either, with a pair of utility players in Willians Astudillo and Ehire Adrianza.
If the Minnesota Twins are unable to land Josh Donaldson, Dominic Smith could be an answer. He would certainly cost a lot less in terms of resources.