As Major League Baseball (MLB) approaches the final stretch of the regular season, it’s time to shift focus to the winter free agent market for the 2025-26 offseason. With rankings subject to change due to player performance or injuries, here are the top 10 MLB free agents expected to hit the market:

1. Kyle Tucker, OF,

Team: Chicago Cubs

Tucker has faced some struggles possibly due to a finger injury earlier in the season but remains a prominent free agency candidate.

2. Alex Bregman, 3B,

Team: Boston Red Sox

Bregman can opt out of his contract, potentially leading to a lucrative long-term deal following a strong season.

3. Cody Bellinger, OF,

Team: New York Yankees

Bellinger has a player option worth $25 million and could leave after another successful season.

4. Framber Valdez, LHP,

Team: Houston Astros

Valdez may aim for a contract similar to Max Fried’s recent deal.

5. Bo Bichette, SS,

Team: Toronto Blue Jays

Bichette’s versatility may attract several teams in need of a second baseman.

6. Pete Alonso, 1B,

Team: New York Mets

Alonso is likely to decline his option attached to a great season.

7. Dylan Cease, RHP,

Team: San Diego Padres

Though not meeting high pre-season expectations, Cease’s strong pitching could still land him a significant deal.

8. Ranger Suárez, LHP,

Team: Philadelphia Phillies

Suárez’s development this season suggests he could secure a nice contract.

9. Eugenio Suárez, 3B,

Team: Seattle Mariners

A great season could put him on the radar for a higher annual salary.

10. Kyle Schwarber, OF/DH,

Team: Philadelphia Phillies

Schwarber will be interesting to watch as he enters the market following a strong performance.