MLB Teams Pursue Key Free Agents for 2025

The Kansas City Royals are focused on strengthening their bullpen this offseason, with a particular interest in signing free-agent reliever Jeff Hoffman, who had a strong regular season with the Philadelphia Phillies despite postseason struggles. Meanwhile, the Phillies face a pivotal offseason as both Hoffman and fellow All-Star reliever Carlos Estévez enter free agency, with the team unlikely to retain both due to financial constraints. The Phillies may explore alternatives such as Yankees' Clay Holmes, who, despite recent setbacks, remains a viable option for their bullpen needs. The New York Mets also face significant roster changes as they prepare for the upcoming season, with a focus on re-signing key players like Pete Alonso amidst a wave of free agency departures. Across the league, the Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox are also eyeing potential standout acquisitions to address their respective roster needs, including the pursuit of top talents like Christian Walker and Carlos Estévez.