The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate another World Series title as the 2025-2026 MLB offseason begins with familiar names like Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso testing the market again. Top free agents including Kyle Tucker and Kyle Schwarber headline a deep class, while teams like the Toronto Blue Jays prioritize re-signing Bo Bichette. General managers will gather in Las Vegas for meetings to kick off the hot stove season.
The 2025 season concluded with the Dodgers securing their latest World Series championship, setting the stage for an active offseason. As noted in MLB.com's overview, players and clubs face decisions on options and qualifying offers, with the General Managers Meetings in Las Vegas starting Monday to launch discussions.
Prominent free agents include outfielder Kyle Tucker, the consensus No. 1 player despite injuries, and designated hitter Kyle Schwarber, who hit 56 home runs for the Phillies. Tucker could draw bids from big-market teams like the Yankees, Dodgers, Mets, Cubs, Phillies, and Giants, potentially sparking a bidding war. Schwarber's market may simplify if Philadelphia re-signs him, but interest from the Red Sox, Mets, Tigers, and Reds persists.
Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman, both represented by Scott Boras, opted out of deals from last year—Alonso's two-year, $54 million with the Mets and Bregman's three-year, $120 million with deferred money—to seek long-term contracts. Jorge Polanco is expected to decline his option with the Mariners. Qualifying offers stand at $22.05 million, with candidates like Brandon Woodruff and Zac Gallen possibly accepting.
The Blue Jays, fresh off a World Series run, aim to re-sign shortstop Bo Bichette, who slashed .311/.357/.483 with 181 hits, 44 doubles, 18 homers, and 94 RBIs in 139 games. Shane Bieber opted into his $16 million deal, allowing focus on veterans like Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt.
Pitching depth features Ranger Suárez (12-8, 3.20 ERA, 151 strikeouts in 157 innings), Dylan Cease, Michael King, and Framber Valdez. Japanese stars Tatsuya Imanaga, Munetaka Murakami, and Kazuma Okamoto enter via posting. Relief options include Edwin Díaz, opting out of $38 million with the Mets, and Robert Suarez.
Teams like the Phillies prioritize re-signing Schwarber, Suárez, and J.T. Realmuto, while the Mariners eye Josh Naylor amid free agency for Eugenio Suárez and Polanco. CBS Sports predicts Tucker signs for over $450 million across 12 years and Bichette stays in Toronto on an eight-year, $250 million deal.