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Despite coming off an injury-plagued 2015 season, free-agent outfielder Denard Span figures to draw plenty of interest on the open market as a proven top-of-the-order hitter who can play center field. 

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Last winter, the Washington Nationals signed a front-line starter away from the Detroit Tigers. On Sunday, the Tigers returned the favor—and kicked off their latest revamp in earnest.

We've already seen a handful of significant MLB trades this offseason, and there's plenty more action on tap with the winter meetings right around the corner.

Fewer teams are willing to fully commit to the idea of rebuilding or selling off key pieces these days because the presence of the second wild card has opened the door for more contenders.

It's still likely, however, that a number of blockbuster deals will get made between now and Opening Day.

The Detroit Tigers' first major move of the offseason is upon us. The Tigers and starter Jordan Zimmermann have reportedly agreed to a contract expected to be for five-years in the range of $110 million, according to Fox Sports' Jon Morosi and CBS Sports' Jon Heyman on Sunday.  

Even in a market loaded with talented starting pitchers, Kansas City Royals starter Johnny Cueto is sure to generate plenty of suitors as teams look to bolster their rotations this winter.

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Not even Thanksgiving can stop the Hot Stove fires from burning. The rumor mill is back to spinning at full speed after taking a break for some turkey and stuffing, fueling speculation on multiple fronts. Some of it has been team-specific, while some has been more widespread.

We'll look at some of that speculation and try to read between the lines, bringing you the most notable takeaways from the Hot Stove League's third week of action.

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Hanley Ramirez, after just one season with the Boston Red Sox, could be on the move again this offseason.

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Little to nothing is guaranteed in Major League Baseball. That includes player production, and especially when you are counting on it for an extended block of time.

That is why signing free agents to huge deals for hundreds of millions of dollars—or even tens of millions—is such a risky and unpredictable proposition for all 30 front offices. The long-term mega contracts always have a realistic chance of busting. It’s the nature of people; it’s the nature of the baseball business.

Free-agent starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann looks to be the first domino to fall in the free-agent market, as he reportedly has found a new home in Detroit.

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After two injury-plagued years, free-agent outfielder Shane Victorino could be a solid buy-low candidate for teams seeking depth in the outfield this offseason. 

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