Top Free Agent Outfielders and Designated Hitters for the 2022 MLB Season

Outfielders

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (30)

After a strong season with the Toronto Blue Jays, Gurriel Jr. is poised to be a sought-after free agent. His versatility in the outfield and consistent hitting make him an attractive option for teams in need of outfield depth.

Travis Jankowski (33)

Jankowski brings speed and defensive prowess to the outfield. His ability to cover ground and make highlight-reel catches make him a valuable asset for any team.

Jordan Luplow (30)

Luplow is known for his power at the plate and ability to hit for both average and power. He has shown the ability to play all three outfield positions, making him a versatile option for teams in need of outfield help.

Austin Meadows (29)

Meadows had a breakout season with the Tampa Bay Rays, showcasing his power and ability to drive in runs. He is a strong candidate for teams in need of a middle-of-the-order bat.

Brad Miller (34)

Miller is a veteran outfielder who brings a combination of power and on-base skills to the table. He can play multiple positions in the outfield and provide a steady presence in the lineup.

Joc Pederson (32)

Pederson is a proven power hitter who has shown the ability to hit for both average and power. He brings a championship pedigree and experience to any team in need of outfield help.

David Peralta (36)

Peralta is a consistent hitter who can provide both power and contact at the plate. He is known for his strong arm and defensive skills in the outfield.

Tommy Pham (36)

Pham is a dynamic outfielder who brings a combination of speed, power, and on-base skills to the table. He is a strong candidate for teams in need of a leadoff hitter.

AJ Pollock (36)

Pollock is a veteran outfielder who brings a combination of power, speed, and defensive skills to the table. He can play all three outfield positions and provide a steady presence in the lineup.

Jurickson Profar (31)

Profar is a versatile outfielder who can play multiple positions and provide solid defense. He brings a combination of power and speed to the plate, making him a valuable asset for any team.

Eddie Rosario (32)

Rosario is a consistent hitter who can provide both power and contact at the plate. He is known for his ability to drive in runs and provide a spark in the lineup.

Nick Senzel (29)

Senzel is a young outfielder with a high ceiling. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can provide solid defense in the outfield.

Jorge Soler (32)

Soler is a power-hitting outfielder who can provide a boost to any team’s lineup. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can drive in runs in clutch situations.

Raimel Tapia (30)

Tapia is a speedy outfielder who can provide solid defense and a spark at the top of the lineup. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and steal bases at a high rate.

Jesse Winker (30)

Winker is a left-handed hitter who has shown the ability to hit for both average and power. He can provide a steady presence in the lineup and drive in runs in key situations.

Center Fielders

Harrison Bader (30)

Bader is a defensive standout in center field, known for his ability to cover ground and make highlight-reel catches. He brings speed and athleticism to the position.

Cody Bellinger (28)

Bellinger is a dynamic center fielder who brings a combination of power, speed, and defensive skills to the table. He is a former MVP and can provide a spark at the top of the lineup.

Adam Duvall (35)

Duvall is a power-hitting center fielder who can provide a boost to any team’s lineup. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can drive in runs in clutch situations.

Garrett Hampson (29)

Hampson is a versatile center fielder who can play multiple positions and provide solid defense. He brings a combination of speed and on-base skills to the table.

Enrique Hernandez (32)

Hernandez is a utility player who can play multiple positions, including center field. He brings a combination of power and on-base skills to the table and can provide a spark at the top of the lineup.

Jason Heyward (34)

Heyward is a veteran center fielder known for his defensive skills and leadership. He brings a combination of power and on-base skills to the table and can provide a steady presence in the lineup.

Aaron Hicks (34)

Hicks is a switch-hitting center fielder who brings a combination of power, speed, and defensive skills to the table. He can provide a spark at the top of the lineup and solid defense in the outfield.

Kevin Kiermaier (34)

Kiermaier is a defensive standout in center field, known for his ability to cover ground and make highlight-reel catches. He brings speed and athleticism to the position.

Jung Hoo Lee (25)

Lee is a young center fielder with a high ceiling. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can provide solid defense in the outfield.

Kyle Lewis (28)

Lewis is a power-hitting center fielder who can provide a boost to any team’s lineup. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can drive in runs in clutch situations.

Jake Marisnick (33)

Marisnick is a defensive specialist in center field, known for his ability to cover ground and make highlight-reel catches. He brings speed and athleticism to the position.

Rafael Ortega (33)

Ortega is a versatile outfielder who can play multiple positions, including center field. He brings a combination of speed and on-base skills to the table and can provide a spark at the top of the lineup.

Brett Phillips (30)

Phillips is a dynamic center fielder who brings a combination of power, speed, and defensive skills to the table. He is known for his ability to make clutch plays and provide a spark in the lineup.

Kevin Pillar (35)

Pillar is a defensive standout in center field, known for his ability to cover ground and make highlight-reel catches. He brings speed and athleticism to the position.

Michael A. Taylor (33)

Taylor is a versatile outfielder who can play multiple positions, including center field. He brings a combination of power and on-base skills to the table and can provide a steady presence in the lineup.

Right Fielders

Brian Anderson (31)

Anderson is a power-hitting right fielder who can provide a boost to any team’s lineup. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can drive in runs in clutch situations.

Kole Calhoun (36)

Calhoun is a veteran right fielder known for his power and defensive skills. He brings a combination of power and on-base skills to the table and can provide a steady presence in the lineup.

Joey Gallo (30)

Gallo is a power-hitting right fielder who can provide a significant boost to any team’s lineup. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can drive in runs in clutch situations.

Randal Grichuk (32)

Grichuk is a power-hitting right fielder who can provide a significant boost to any team’s lineup. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can drive in runs in clutch situations.

Teoscar Hernandez (31)

Hernandez is a power-hitting right fielder who can provide a significant boost to any team’s lineup. He has shown the ability to hit for both average and power and can drive in runs in clutch situations.

Whit Merrifield (35)

Merrifield is a versatile outfielder who can play multiple positions, including right field. He brings a combination of speed and on-base skills to the table and can provide a spark at the top of the lineup.

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MLB Free Agents for 2024 Season

Updated 11-18-23

The list of MLB free agents for the upcoming 2024 season has been released. The cutoff for this list is typically 50 plate appearances or 20 innings pitched in the Majors in 2023. Here are the players who are currently free agents:

Catchers

Jorge Alfaro (31)
Tucker Barnhart (33)
Victor Caratini (30)
Curt Casali (35)
Mitch Garver (33)
Yasmani Grandal (35)*
Eric Haase (31)
Austin Hedges (31)
Andrew Knizner (29)
Martin Maldonado (37)
Tom Murphy (33)
Austin Nola (34)
Carlos Perez (33)
Manny Piña (37)
Gary Sanchez (31)
Jacob Stallings (34)
Chad Wallach (32)
Austin Wynns (33)
Mike Zunino (33)

First Basemen

Jesus Aguilar (34)
Cody Bellinger (28)
Brandon Belt (36)*
Kole Calhoun (36)
Jeimer Candelario (30)*
Ji-Man Choi (33)
Garrett Cooper (33)
C.J. Cron (34)
Rhys Hoskins (31)
Eric Hosmer (34)
Trey Mancini (32)
Wil Myers (33)
Darin Ruf (37)
Carlos Santana (38)*
Dominic Smith (29)
Donovan Solano (36)
Rowdy Tellez (29)
Joey Votto (40)
Jared Walsh (30)
Juan Yepez (26)

Second Basemen

Hanser Alberto (31)
Elvis Andrus (35)
Jonathan Arauz (25)
Christian Arroyo (29)
Harold Castro (30)
Michael Chavis (28)
Adam Frazier (32)
Luis Guillorme (29)
Josh Harrison (36)
Tony Kemp (32)
Danny Mendick (30)
Whit Merrifield (35)
Rougned Odor (30)
Jonathan Schoop (32)
Jean Segura (34)
Donovan Solano (36)
Kolten Wong (33)

Shortstops

Nick Ahmed (34)
Tim Anderson (31)
Elvis Andrus (35)
Yu Chang (28)
Brandon Crawford (37)
Paul DeJong (30)
Garrett Hampson (29)
Isiah Kiner-Falefa (29)
Adalberto Mondesi (28)
Kevin Newman (30)
Amed Rosario (28)*
Kevin Smith (27)
Joey Wendle (34)

Third Basemen

Brian Anderson (31)
Jeimer Candelario (30)*
Matt Chapman (31)
Josh Donaldson (38)
Hunter Dozier (32)
Eduardo Escobar (35)
Evan Longoria (38)
Mike Moustakas (35)*
Jean Segura (34)
Nick Senzel (29)
Justin Turner (39)*
Gio Urshela (32)

Left Fielders

Michael Brantley (37)
Corey Dickerson (35)
Adam Duvall (35)
Robbie Grossman (34)
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (30)*
Travis Jankowski (33)
Jordan Luplow (30)
Austin Meadows (29)
Brad Miller (34)
Joc Pederson (32)*
David Peralta (36)
Tommy Pham (36)
AJ Pollock (36)*
Jurickson Profar (31)
Eddie Rosario (32)
Nick Senzel (29)
Jorge Soler (32)
Raimel Tapia (30)
Jesse Winker (30)

Center Fielders

Harrison Bader (30)*
Cody Bellinger (28)
Adam Duvall (35)
Garrett Hampson (29)
Enrique Hernandez (32)
Jason Heyward (34)*
Aaron Hicks (34)
Kevin Kiermaier (34)
Jung Hoo Lee (25)
Kyle Lewis (28)
Jake Marisnick (33)
Rafael Ortega (33)
Brett Phillips (30)
Kevin Pillar (35)
Nick Senzel (29)
Michael A. Taylor (33)

Right Fielders

Brian Anderson (31)
Kole Calhoun (36)
Joey Gallo (30)
Randal Grichuk (32)*
Teoscar Hernandez (31)
Jason Heyward (34)*
Whit Merrifield (35)
Wil Myers (33)
Henry Ramos (32)
Hunter Renfroe (32)

Designated Hitters

Michael Brantley (37)
Mike Ford (31)
Trey Mancini (32)
J.D. Martinez (36)
Andrew McCutchen (37)
Austin Meadows (29)
Shohei Ohtani (29)
Franmil Reyes (28)
Carlos Santana (38)*
Justin Turner (39)*
Daniel Vogelbach (31)

Starting Pitchers

Chase Anderson (36)
Osvaldo Bido (28)
Ty Blach (33)
Matthew Boyd (33)
Carlos Carrasco (37)
Mike Clevinger (33)
Johnny Cueto (38)
Zach Davies (31)
Erick Fedde (31)
Jack Flaherty (28)*
Chris Flexen (29)
Domingo German (31)
Kyle Gibson (36)
Lucas Giolito (29)*
Sonny Gray (34)
Zack Greinke (40)
Rich Hill (44)
Dakota Hudson (29)
Shota Imanaga (30)
Jakob Junis (31)
Brad Keller (28)
Corey Kluber (38)
Clayton Kershaw (36)
Eric Lauer (29)
Michael Lorenzen (32)*
Seth Lugo (34)
Lance Lynn (37)*
Kenta Maeda (35)
Tyler Mahle (29)
Sean Manaea (32)
Nick Martinez (33)
Wade Miley (37)
Frankie Montas (31)
Jordan Montgomery (31)*
Aaron Nola (31)
Jake Odorizzi (34)*
Shohei Ohtani (29)
James Paxton (34)
Martin Perez (33)*
Zach Plesac (29)
Eduardo Rodriguez (31)
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* denotes ineligible for a qualifying offer

For a more detailed and filtered list of free agents, including information on signed or unsigned players, position, age, handedness, and more, fans can check out the MLB Contract Tracker. However, the Contract Tracker is only available to Trade Rumors Front Office subscribers.

Sources: MLB Trade Rumors