Freddie Freeman is one of the top free agent targets this offseason. The lifelong Atlanta Braves first baseman wants to return to the only team he has played for, but appears to be keeping all options open.
Freeman met with the New York Yankees, Jon Heyman reported on Monday. Though Freeman is the name that stands out, Heyman says the Yankees have met with representatives for all of the top left-handed hitting first basemen on the market.
The Yankees acquired Anthony Rizzo at the trade deadline from the Cubs and could make an effort to retain him. Rizzo reportedly is eager to return to the Yankees if they want him.
The Yankees could also pursue a trade for Matt Olson, whom the Oakland A’s may be willing to deal.
Freeman may be the most desirable player of the bunch, however. The 32-year-old has made the All-Star team the last four seasons and was NL MVP of the shortened 2020 campaign. Freeman will not come cheaply though.
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