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Second base may not be a star-studded position group in this MLB free-agent class, but there are still a handful of impact players available. The position has a few big names that have struggled of late and some impactful veterans. Here's who to keep an eye on.
Top second basemen on the MLB free agent market
7) Tony Kemp
Tony Kemp recorded an abysmal -0.2 fWAR in two years. The 33-year-old might be more in line for a minor league deal, but a one-year, $2 million contract isn't out of the question for some MLB team.
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6) Adam Frazier
Adam Frazier has played several positions, though second base is his primary one. He's 33 and coming off two seasons with a combined -0.1 fWAR, though. His deal should be no more than one season for $2.5 million.
5) Brandon Drury
Brandon Drury can play multiple spots, which helps the 32-year-old's value. However, after a 0.6 fWAR in two seasons, his value isn't very high to begin with. A one-year, $6 million deal is in order.
4) Jorge Polanco
As free agents go, Jorge Polanco is still fairly young at 31 and had a 1.6 fWAR over two years. He still isn't likely to sign a big deal, but two years for $15.5 million makes sense.
3) Whit Merrifield
Whit Merrifield also has defensive versatility that most other players don't have in this free agent class, but he's 36 and had a 1.7 fWAR over the last two years. Look for a one-year, $6.5 million deal.
2) Kyle Farmer
Kyle Farmer might be 34, but he's still got a little bit of talent left. He recorded 2.0 fWAR in 2023 and 2024. The former Minnesota Twins star should sign a short contract. One year at $8 million is probable.
1) Gleyber Torres
Gleyber Torres is both the best (5.3 fWAR over two seasons) and the youngest available second baseman. The former New York Yankees star is still just 27, and there are two options for him. First, he could sign a one-year, $14 million deal to prove himself and reset his value, or he could sign a five-year, $60 million longer-term deal.
