Oct 01 2008
Top Free Agent First Basemen
He may not be laughing at the end of the Division Series, but he will certainly be laughing his way to the bank this offseason. Photo: AP
Top Ten First Baseman Available
Mark Teixeira (29) – Should be able to command the highest price by far of this bunch, possible suitors: Yankees, Mets (if Delgado leaves), Angels
Hank Blalock (28) - $6.2MM club option for ‘09 with a $0.25MM buyout – The next best available due to his young age and late surge at the plate, could get a 3-5 year deal.
Carlos Delgado (37) - $12MM club option for ‘09 with a $4MM buyout – Will most likely be resigned by the Mets.
Jason Giambi (38) - $22MM club option for ‘09 with a $5MM buyout – Possible DH signing for a team like Toronto, Baltimore or Oakland.
Nomar Garciaparra (35) – Will likely get a utility player level contract because of his health.
Richie Sexson (34) – One year deal candidate here after being cut by Seattle and New York.
Rich Aurilia (37) – Expect to see him resign with San Francisco for one last hurrah. One year deal.
Eric Hinske (31) – Can still be a platoon type guy who always knew how to hit.
Tony Clark (37) – Should stick with Arizona.
Wes Helms (33) - $3.75MM club option for ‘09 with a $0.75MM buyout – Cheap enough for his option to be picked up.
