By the time 2019 was just one day old, the New York Yankees had already landed a highly decorated, free agent shortstop via free agency. Just because the New York Yankees signed Troy Tulowitzki doesn’t mean they won’t also nab Manny Machado. That leaves lefty Dallas Keuchel as the last remaining free agent option for teams seeking a front-line starting pitcher. Article Continued BelowBut two months into this off-season’s market, the industry still appears to be in a high-stakes waiting game, with Machado and Harper as the pivot points. Martinez, Eric Hosmer and Jake Arrieta waiting until February or even (in the case of Arrieta) March before signing.

Source: thestar January 02, 2019 23:49 UTC