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Starting pitcher Zac Gallen has reportedly signed a one-year deal to return to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Here are the top remaining free agent pitchers.
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Remember when the Toronto Blue Jays were the sellers and the Houston Astros were the buyers?
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The Philadelphia Phillies ended their saga with outfielder Nick Castellanos on Thursday, and now that he's no longer expensive, these teams should have an interest.
Jackson Roberts|
The Toronto Blue Jays saw a veteran starter sign with a division rival on Wednesday night.
Jackson Roberts|
The pitching market is shifting after José Quintana and Jordan Montgomery signed. Here’s what it means for teams still seeking rotation help.
Curt Bishop|
These three Major League Baseball clubs still should make a bold play for the starting pitching options on the market, namely Zac Gallen.
Jackson Roberts|
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor will be evaluated for a left hamate bone injury. Here's how the Mets could address shortstop going forward.
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Justin Verlander’s signing is already impacting the pitching market. Here’s how it could affect teams and remaining free agents.
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Schedules

The Phillies are expected to move on from a bad contract this winter.

History

The Mariners made a key trade at the deadline got a lot out of their acquisition. Letting him walk in free agency would be a mistake.

Minors

Austin Hays is off the board. Here’s where the MLB outfield market stands after the White Sox land the veteran slugger.

Fantasy

A later trade deadline could reshape the market, affecting buyer and seller strategies and altering how teams approach midseason moves.

Podcasts

Right-handed pitcher Cade Horton has a 1.24 ERA in 29 innings with the Triple-A Iowa Cubs this season. Fastball On SI columnist Jack Ankony shared his thoughts on the move in Friday's episode of The Payoff Pitch podcast.

Injuries

These two big free agents could be forced to accept short-term contracts as the market tightens and teams hesitate to commit long term.

Betting

If the Phillies lose him, here are two teams that should be all in on him.

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