Last season, the San Diego Padres, who made a “miracle upset” in 116 years in the Major League Baseball (MLB) last season, were selected as the second team that improved their strength the most in the Stove League this winter.
On the 13th (Korean time), MLB.com selected and announced the 10 teams that showed the most remarkable moves among the teams that made reinforcements such as free agent contracts and trades in the offseason. 토토사이트
The New York Mets were selected as the team that improved their strength the most. The New York Mets filled Jacob deGrom’s transfer void with Justin Verlander at the same level, and successfully signed free agents (FA) or long-term contracts with key players inside, showing their true face as a big hand.
Second place went to San Diego, which unfortunately failed to qualify for the World Series last year. San Diego, which surprised the market by signing top hitter Juan Soto and closer Josh Hader ahead of the trade deadline last season, said it is continuing its unstoppable move this winter. In particular, it showed the same appearance as a big market club by recruiting Xander Bogarts, the Boston Red Sox’s starting shortstop.
MLB.com said, “(With the recruitment of Bogatz), San Diego can make a flexible change by placing Kim Ha-seong as second baseman and Jake Cronenworth as first baseman. (For taking prohibited drugs) Fernando Tatis Jr., who is returning from a suspension, can also play as an outfielder.”
In addition, the recruitment of veteran giant player Nelson Cruz and infield utility player Matt Carpenter could also add strength to the team’s offensive power. Cruz is expected to serve as a mentor for young players such as Tatis Jr. In addition, MLB.com predicted that newly acquired pitcher Seth Lugo would serve as a swing man, and newly contracted Robert Suarez and Nick Martinez would also contribute to San Diego’s mound depth.