The World Series may be in full swing, but it's never too early to look ahead to the offseason. Over the next few slides, we'll identify a handful of teams that need significant makeovers to contend in 2016.
The teams highlighted in this slideshow aren't cellar-dwellers with slim chances at a playoff push next season. We chose teams that entered the 2015 season with high expectations only to falter and miss the postseason after disappointing campaigns.
Now, all of those teams face crucial decisions this winter if they want to erase the painful memories of 2015.
The Baltimore Orioles must find a way to replace several key players leaving for free agency. The Chicago White Sox can't win without an upgraded offense, and the Detroit Tigers need to bolster their starting rotation. The Cincinnati Reds have already started the rebuilding process, and the San Diego Padres probably should.
Let us know what you think in the comments section below. Which teams do you think have the most work to do to get back into contention next season? What are some moves you'd like to see your team make this winter?
The offseason is right around the corner. Consider this a primer identifying the teams that need to hit it out of the park this winter.
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