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Switching gears from third basemen to pitchers, Morosi shared insights on free agent Nick Patta and the complexities surrounding his market. The impact of draft pick compensation is pivotal in determining where Patta might land. There is a prevailing belief that his best fit could be with the Boston Red Sox, who wouldn’t have to forfeit a draft pick to re-sign him.
In contrast, for teams like the New York Mets, the recent trade-offs they have made in previous transactions complicate their drafting strategy. After losing a draft pick by signing star player Juan Soto, the marginal costs associated with signing qualified free agents may not be as daunting.