A few days ago we learned that Lance Lynn will not be pitching for the Cardinals in 2016. Given his overall production over the last few years (averaging 3.4 WAR, 3.25 ERA, and 3.35 FIP), that’s quite a blow. From what we can tell, even John Mozeliak is thinking that it’s time to buy a starting pitcher, and I don’t think you’d find many fans or analysts who would disagree.
As you wade into the free agent market, it becomes readily apparent that David Price is the top free agent available this year.