The MLB Winter Meetings, a major event for baseball, kicked off yielding significant predictions about player movements and trades. Here are some notable forecasts:

1. All top five free agents—Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette, Framber Valdez, and Kyle Schwarber will find new homes.

2. The Yankees will pursue a starting pitcher as multiple key players recover from surgery, but may hold off on outfield acquisitions.

3. The Mets could secure one of their star free agents, potentially retaining either Pete Alonso or Edwin Díaz.

4. Rumors suggest Nolan Arenado may be traded to the Diamondbacks.

5. Expect the Orioles to offer a multi-year deal to a pitcher, stepping up their risk approach.

6. One prominent Japanese player is set to sign during the meetings, with eyes on Tatsuya Imai, Munetaka Murakami, or Kazuma Okamoto.

7. The Nationals might trade some talent acquired in the significant Soto deal.

8. Predictions assert two candidates for induction in the Hall of Fame will emerge.

9. Anticipate fewer than 10 selections in the Rule 5 Draft this year.

10. A team with long odds may win the Draft Lottery again.