8legs: Major league baseball winter meetings

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1) Tarik Skubal tops the list as a potential Tigers centerpiece despite team resistance to trading him.
2) Ketel Marte is viewed as a strong second-base option with a manageable contract and a 40% trade likelihood.
3) Freddy Peralta emerges as a mid-rotation target with a favorable contract and durability profile.
4) Hunter Greene shows elite velocity and a high-end fastball, keeping him in a long-term trade conversation.
5) Byron Buxton could become a sought-after option if a team offers a fit at the outfield or pitching.
6) Jarren Duran ranks as a high-value outfielder whose trade potential remains strong into winter meetings.
7) Joe Ryan of Minnesota is a prime target for teams seeking a controllable starting pitcher.
8) MacKenzie Gore is expected to wear a different uniform by 2026, with high asking prices.
9) Steven Kwan remains a defensively elite, contact-heavy outfielder with two years of control left.
10) The ESPN piece emphasizes that winter meetings will shape which players move and how teams value assets.

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The proposed Ragans-for-Mets package is viewed as lopsided for the Royals, who need a proven bat.
Analysts say the Mets would also be reluctant to give up a big bat while trying to re-sign Pete Alonso.
The piece argues Kansas City should target a proven offensive presence to protect Bobby Witt Jr. in the lineup.
The author suggests addressing offense through a trade that adds a proven contributor rather than unproven prospects.
The analysis notes the Winter Meetings as a crucial window for the Royals to navigate offseason moves toward 2026 contending status.
Curt Bishop is identified as the freelance writer behind the analysis, with coverage focused on trades, free agency and rumors.
The piece emphasizes that Royals’ offense was a concern that could influence offseason decisions.
Reuter’s Bleacher Report trade ideas sparked the discussion about Ragans and potential returns.
The article notes Ragans has club control and a strong 2024 season, making a trade tempting but risky.
The piece highlights Kansas City’s need to bolster the lineup with a proven hitter rather than untested prospects.

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