Although there are still two months left in the 2019 MLB regular season, franchises have directed some attention to the offseason.
The preparation to keep some of the high-profile hitters on expiring contracts for the 2020 campaign and beyond has already begun behind the scenes.
Washington third baseman Anthony Rendon is expected to be at the top of the free-agent class from the hitting perspective.
Beneath Rendon lies a handful of intriguing catchers, infielders and outfielders that could potentially switch ball clubs, including one from the New York Yankees.
Anthony Rendon
According to MASN's Mark Zuckerman, Washington Nationals owner Ted Lerner and agent Scott Boras talked about a potential extension for third baseman Anthony Rendon in early July.