By Kate Prescott | The Diamond Chronicle
Day 2 of free agency saw 93 players officially signed, while 123 players still have active bids. With 325 total bids outstanding, the competition for top talent remains fierce.
Bidding Wars Continue
Leading the way in total bids is Carlos Quintana, who has received nine bids on a three-year deal averaging $75,000 per year. Right behind him is Dan Plesac, who has drawn eight bids and currently holds the highest annual average contract offer at $240,000 per year on a three-year deal.
Both Masaki Saito and Akira Eto remain hot commodities, each garnering eight bids. Saito is currently looking at a four-year deal averaging $180,000 per year, while Eto is seeing interest in a five-year deal averaging $140,000 per year.
Key Signings of the Day
Some major deals were finalized, with impact players landing in new homes:
- Andy Van Slyke signed with the San Diego Padres on a two-year deal averaging $350,000 per year.
- Jay Buhner is headed to the Chicago Cubs on a two-year deal averaging $300,000 per year.
- Wade Boggs will be playing for the Texas Rangers on a one-year deal worth $300,000.
What’s Next?
With nearly one-third of free agents now signed, expect the market to continue shifting as teams finalize their rosters. The coming days will determine whether teams with remaining cap space push for marquee signings or if the focus shifts toward depth acquisitions.
Stay tuned for more updates as free agency unfolds