The Curious Case of Fausto Cruz vs. Benji Gil: Who’s the Better Bet?
Free agency always has its fair share of head-scratching moments, and this offseason has given us a prime example: Fausto Cruz vs. Benji Gil. Cruz, a 1993 fourth-round pick (87th overall), signed a $50,000 deal with the Washington Senators. Meanwhile, Gil—an undrafted player from 1992—has been the subject of 14 bids, with a three-year contract worth $100,000 per season seemingly on the horizon. So why is one player in high demand while the...