Has the market for this free-agent shortstop just expanded?
MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Willy Adames.
Nov. 6: Adames reportedly willing to change positions
According to a report in The Athletic (subscription required), Adames is willing to move off his natural position of shortstop for the right team/contract. That could open up new possible landing spots for the 29-year-old slugger, expanding his market to teams who could perhaps use a second baseman or a third baseman. Potential suitors could include the Mets, Yankees, Red Sox and others.
Oct. 31: Adames’ potential salary comps in free agency
Coming off a stellar season in which he posted career highs in homers (32), RBIs (112) and steals (21), Adames is poised to become the latest star shortstop to sign a nine-figure deal in free agency.
The Athletic's Jim Bowden (subscription required) predicts a six-year, $150 million deal for Adames while pointing to Dansby Swanson (seven years, $177 million), Javier Báez (six years, $140 million) and Trevor Story (six years, $140 million) as potential comps.
In Bowden’s opinion, the Dodgers should be viewed as "heavy favorites" to land Adames. Los Angeles has a need on the left side of its infield, and president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman has a history with Adames from their time together in the Rays organization.
MLB.com's Mark Feinsand also names the Dodgers as a possible fit for Adames, along with the Blue Jays and Giants.
Given the contract Adames is expected to command, the incumbent Brewers likely won't have room in the budget to re-sign the 29-year-old. Milwaukee has never signed a free agent for more than $80 million (Lorenzo Cain) in its history.