What happens in Vegas? Top MLB free agents and trade targets for GM Meetings
Weeks from MLB's looming lockout, baseball's biggest deal-makers gather in Vegas.
Major League Baseball's General Manager meetings began in Las Vegas, with executives from all 30 teams hoping to secure free agents and trade opponents. The landscape of the meetings is uncertain, with questions about a potential salary cap, financial restrictions, and how the 2027 season will look. The high-priced free agents are expected to sign before the pending lockout to secure their future, as teams fear a significant loss of talent during the 99-day lockout.
With a weak free-agent class and potential trade restrictions, GMs believe teams will be more aggressive in trade talks, relying on prospects instead of checkbook baseball. Five executives to watch are Dave Dombrowski (Phillies), A.J. Preller (Padres), Jed Hoyer (Cubs), Chris Young (Rangers), and Andrew Friedman (Dodgers). Key trade targets include Corey Seager, Tarik Skubal, and various starting pitchers.
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