There's only one Manny Machado on the free-agent market. Beyond being the only player who goes by that name, he is also the only 26-year-old shortstop who comes with an elite bat.
There is a player very much like him available elsewhere, however. And unlike Machado, this guy comes with a price tag significantly lower than $300 million.
This mystery man's name is Xander Bogaerts. According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, he's one of three trade chips who may be available as the Boston Red Sox seek to cut payroll:
Bob NightengaleThe Boston #Redsox, trying to clear salary space for bullpen help, are openly listening to offers on Rick Porcello, and rivals insist also are willing to talk about Xander Bogaerts and Jackie Bradley Jr.