MLB Rumors: Top 3 Landing Spots For Blake Snell If He Opts Out

If Blake Snell opts out of his contract with the San Francisco Giants, three teams stand out as top potential landing spots: the San Diego Padres, New York Mets, and Texas Rangers, according to Zachary Rymer of Bleacher Report. 

Snell's dominant 2024 season has solidified his status as one of the most coveted pitchers in free agency, making these teams strong contenders for his services.

Best 1-2 punch in baseball 🔥

Since the All-Star break:

Logan Webb:
40.1 IP
33 Ks
2.23 ERA

Blake Snell:
40.1 IP
59 Ks
1.34 ERA pic.twitter.com/aWAwP3PsLD

— trev (@BayAreaTrev) August 19, 2024

The San Diego Padres, where Snell previously excelled with a 2.23 ERA in his final 46 starts, are a natural fit for a reunion. 

Despite a challenging season, the Padres are likely to prioritize bringing back a pitcher who has been a key figure in their rotation. The familiarity, comfort, and mutual desire to stay competitive make San Diego an appealing option for Snell.

The New York Mets and Texas Rangers also present strong cases. 

Blake Snell took care of business again today vs OAK:

7 IP 6 H 1 R 2 BB 10 K
23 swing and misses

Over his last 8 starts he has a 1.04 ERA🔥
pic.twitter.com/qK1nWl35BK

— Andrew DeCeglie (@Andrew_FBB) August 19, 2024

The Mets, eager to rebound from a disappointing season, could see Snell as the anchor they need to rebuild their rotation alongside Kodai Senga. 

Meanwhile, the Rangers, known for their aggressive moves in free agency, could target Snell to solidify a rotation that might lose Max Scherzer and others to free agency, aiming to maintain their playoff momentum and future competitiveness.

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