The Hot Stove season is in full swing, and while the Royals have downplayed the role free agency will play, they are expected to pursue at least two starting pitchers this winter.
With the labor deal behind us, stands full of fans again, and lucrative TV deals, baseball is flush with cash, which could make for a wild off-season. Let’s take a look at the starting pitcher free agent market.
Out of price range
Coming off a Cy Young season, Justin Verlander should be a very lucrative three-year deal in excess of $100 million, and will likely look to sign with a contender to get another ring.