MLB Offseason Storylines 2026
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- * Reds & Guardians: Both teams are in "serious need of an offensive upgrade." The Reds pursued Kyle Schwarber but didn't land him, and the Guardians have been...
- * Both are free agents: Justin Verlander (will be 43) and Max scherzer (will be 42) are both free agents after the 2025 season.
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1. Teams Needing Offensive Help:
* Reds & Guardians: Both teams are in “serious need of an offensive upgrade.” The Reds pursued Kyle Schwarber but didn’t land him, and the Guardians have been unusually quiet this offseason.
* Tigers & Cubs: Have been “a bit more active” but haven’t adequately addressed weaknesses shown in the second half of 2025.
2. Future of Veteran pitchers (Verlander & Scherzer):
* Both are free agents: Justin Verlander (will be 43) and Max scherzer (will be 42) are both free agents after the 2025 season.
* Still capable: Both showed they “still have something left in the tank” in 2025.
* Potential Landing spots – Verlander:
* Giants (Posey has expressed interest in a return)
* Astros (considered a good fit)
* Tigers (a return to where he started)
* Potential Landing Spots – Scherzer:
* Blue jays (return to his previous team)
* Giants (new manager has a connection to him)
* Tigers, D-backs, or Mets (potential returns to former teams)