MLB Teams Eye Key Player Moves for 2025

The Houston Astros are exploring options to improve their first base position after a disappointing season, with a potential short-term deal for New York Mets' Pete Alonso being a possibility. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies are considering major changes following a postseason collapse, as their aging core raises concerns for future competitiveness. The Kansas City Royals have started their offseason by re-signing Michael Wacha and are eyeing a stronger bullpen with potential additions like Blake Treinen. The Baltimore Orioles, after a successful yet incomplete season, are preparing for the possibility of losing their ace, Corbin Burnes, and are considering Max Fried as a replacement. Lastly, the Philadelphia Phillies' reliever Jeff Hoffman, who had a career-best season, might transition back to a starting role as teams show interest in him as a starter in free agency.