Exploring destinations for the MLB's final five coveted free agents

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Cody Bellinger's resurgence with the Cubs in 2023 prompts speculation of a return

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Blake Snell's NL-leading ERA status in 2023 positions him for a lucrative deal

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Jordan Montgomery's postseason heroics raise his profile, drawing interest from the Giants

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Matt Chapman's elite defense makes him a valuable asset, with the Blue Jays eyeing a reunion

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J.D. Martinez's power hitting could find a home with the New York Mets as a designated hitter

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