"It didn't take long after Diaz's deal was reported for MLB.com's Mark Feinsand to report that Suarez's market was starting to gain traction. Feinsand highlighted the Mets, Blue Jays, and Braves as the "most aggressive suitors" for the righty's services. New York and Toronto have both been connected to Suarez already this winter, but Atlanta is a newly-reported suitor. Meanwhile, Francys Romero of BeisbolFR throws the Cubs' name into the mix as well, reporting that Chicago is exploring the closer market"
"This year, he struck out 27.9% of his opponents with a 5.9% walk rate, giving him a 21.9% K-BB ratio that ranked 26th among qualified relievers this year. Those excellent numbers are enough to make him one of the league's top relievers, although the right-hander's age and imperfect track record (including a middling 2023 season where injury limited him to just 26 appearances) figure to limit the length of his contract somewhat."
A three-year deal for Diaz with the Dodgers and Devin Williams leaving the market have positioned Robert Suarez as the top remaining closer available this winter. Reported suitors include the Mets, Blue Jays, Braves and exploratory interest from the Cubs. Suarez will turn 35 in March and earned consecutive All-Star nods while posting a 2.87 ERA, 3.17 FIP and 76 saves in 134 2/3 innings over two seasons. He recorded a 27.9% strikeout rate and 5.9% walk rate, producing a 21.9% K-BB figure. Age and a 2023 injury-limited season are expected to constrain contract length, with a projected market around three years and roughly $48MM. Atlanta's existing closer and other roster priorities could affect their willingness to pursue him.
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