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Free Agent and Trade Rumors

We're keeping a close eye on all the latest free agent and trade rumors. It's a busy offseason with teams vying for the best talent. Dec. 5 saw Chapman willing to move to shortstop if the Giants sign Kim. Kim, a potential option at shortstop for the Giants, is expected to be out until late in the first half of 2025. But Matt Chapman is ready to step in if the Giants ink Kim.Part of Kim's appeal is that he didn't receive a qualifying offer, saving the Giants a draft pick. The Giants lost their second and third picks last offseason for signing Chapman and Blake Snell.The Yankees, Blue Jays, Red Sox, Orioles, and Giants are among the main players for free-agent ace Corbin Burnes. Burnes' market is closely linked to that of superstar outfielder Juan Soto. The Yanks, Blue Jays, and Red Sox are also pursuing Soto.The Astros have offered Alex Bregman a six-year deal worth around $156 million. Bregman is seeking a deal closer to $200 million, which may force the Astros to move on. The club is already considering backup options.The Red Sox are hoping for another meeting with Soto. They held an in-person meeting earlier and are eager to have another opportunity.The Phillies have made Alec Bohm, Ranger Suárez, and Nick Castellanos available for possible trades. The Phillies are looking for big league players in return. Bohm and Suárez are under club control for a few more seasons. Castellanos is under contract for $40 million through 2026.The Yankees, Mariners, and Astros have considered a trade for OF/1B Cody Bellinger. Bellinger had a relatively underwhelming season with the Cubs but was a National League Comeback Player of the Year in 2023.The Brewers traded ace Corbin Burnes last offseason and acquired some talented young players. They may make a similar trade this offseason with closer Devin Williams.The Dodgers are close to bringing back Teoscar Hernández. He expressed his desire to return, and the Dodgers are trying to nail the final details of a contract.The D-backs have a surplus of starting pitching. General manager Mike Hazen said calls regarding their pitchers have started to pick up. Montgomery is the most likely to be moved.Right-hander Luis Severino has agreed to a three-year deal with the A's. It's the largest guarantee in the A's franchise history.The Mariners have been active in trade talks. They talked to the Phillies about Alec Bohm and had preliminary talks with the Cubs regarding Nico Hoerner. Christian Walker is also a name to watch.There's speculation that Juan Soto will make his decision by Monday. The Winter Meetings in Dallas are approaching.The Yankees are interested in Adames and have reportedly met with top starters.The Cubs and Reds have joined the race for left-handed starter Garrett Crochet.There's buzz that the Padres or Dodgers could sign Japanese right-handed pitcher Roki Sasaki.Hyeseong Kim, a top hitter in the KBO, was posted and can start negotiating with MLB teams. The Mariners are among the interested teams.Nolan Arenado's Instagram post has sparked trade rumors. The Red Sox, Padres, and Tigers are all linked.Juan Soto is in the process of eliminating potential suitors. His agent claims their camp is doing so.The Red Sox's agreement with Chapman could heat up the relief pitcher market. There are several top options available.Multiple teams are interested in converting Clay Holmes to a starter, similar to Jordan Hicks. Jeff Hoffman is also drawing interest.

These are just some of the major developments in the MLB this offseason. Stay tuned for more updates as the season unfolds.