Major League Baseball's upcoming free-agent market may see a decline in nine-figure deals, according to analysis from Forbes contributor Dan Freedman. The offseason's premier available player is Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal, who stands "far and away the best free agent on the market."
Skubal, a Cy Young Award winner, headlines a class that could reset expectations for top-tier spending. While elite talent remains available, the overall volume of contracts exceeding $100 million may shrink compared to recent winters.
