7 MLB free agent moves fans hope to see this Christmas ft. Pete Alonso returning to Mets

Christmas Day is almost here, and plenty of intriguing free agents are still looking to secure their next contract ahead of the 2025 season. Fans have already been treated to a number of significant moves this offseason, including Juan Soto to the New York Mets and Blake Snell to the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, they always want more action.

From former Cy Young Award winners to World Series champions, several significant free-agent moves are yet to come. Although it is never easy to predict where a player might wind up, there are certain moves that fans would be happy to see take place before the new season.

7 free agent signings fans would be happy to see this holiday season

#1 - Pete Alonso re-signs with the Mets

A reunion between Pete Alonso and the New York Mets feels almost inevitable as the two parties are perfect for one another. Alonso has thrived in New York and is exactly what the team needs heading into the new season. Bringing Alonso back and putting him next to Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto could dramatically shift the baseball power dynamic in New York.

#2 - Teoscar Hernandez returns to Toronto

Who doesn't love a reunion? The Toronto Blue Jays will be one of the most interesting teams to watch this offseason and in 2025 given the uncertain futures of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette. If they want to capitalize on their current roster build, bringing two-time All-Star Teoscar Hernandez back into the fold could help them push for a postseason berth.

#3 - Corbin Burnes inks mega-deal with the Giants

The San Francisco Giants are poised to add one of the best pitchers in baseball this offseason in the form of Corbin Burnes. Arguably the best remaining free agent on the market, Burnes could help former a dynamic duo with star Logan Webb and help the Giants return to the playoffs sooner rather than later. Plus bolstering a rival of the Los Angeles Dodgers is something MLB fans might celebrate.

#4 - Justin Verlander returns to Detroit

The end of the road might be close for future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander, so why not return to where it all started? The Detroit Tigers are a team on the rise and a return to Motown could be a fitting ending to one of the best pitching careers in baseball history.

#5 - Tanner Scott takes over in Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Phillies might be one piece from seeing Bryce Harper secure his first World Series title. Tanner Scott could be that missing piece as the free agent closer could be a difference maker out of the bullpen. The former Miami Marlins star has emerged as a reliable arm out of the pen and could help in high-leverage situations.

#6 - Michael Lorenzen signs unique deal with the White Sox

Michael Lorenzen might be among the most interesting free agents on the market. The veteran pitcher expressed some interest in providing his services to teams this offseason to become a two-way player. Signing with a team like the Chicago White Sox could allow him to reach this status while making him a useful trade chip at the deadline.

#7 - Alex Bregman joins the Bronx Bombers

Alex Bregman is one of the most accomplished free agents remaining on the market, and all signs point to him signing with a World Series contender. Leaving the Houston Astros for the New York Yankees could be a sweet turn in the third baseman's career, something that could get MLB fans fired up.