Bryce Harper and Manny Machado aren't the only impact position players on this free-agent market. Three others -- Josh Donaldson, Mike Moustakas and Michael Brantley -- are among the most productive players in the sport, and they will have options for the next chapter of their respective careers.
CARLSBAD, Calif. -- One player agent observed Monday evening that conversations with clubs are more realistic now than is customary at this early point in the offseason. For the first time in recent memory, the industry is questioning its predisposition to proceed slowly in November.