The offseason, especially the first few weeks after the World Series when every player is still technically available, is all about dreaming big. Hope springs eternal in November.
Yes, small moves can pay big dividends, and sometimes the best moves are the ones you don't make. Right now, though, everyone wants to focus on impact guys—guys whose signing would make headlines even in the non-sports world and whose jerseys would immediately start appearing on the backs of casual fans.
Of course, not everyone will land those guys. There are only so many difference-makers on the market or trading block and only so many clubs capable of pulling the trigger.
So who will it be? Which squads are most likely to make a significant splash between now and spring training, bolstering their rosters to either stay on top or vault into contention?
Let's take a look at five teams whose budget, trading chips or both position them to move and shake this winter—and turn big dreams into reality.
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