"There are many reasons to believe we will see a flurry of moves in the coming days. One is that the three major posted free agents coming from Japan will see their respective posting windows close within about two weeks, with Munetaka Murakami's closing this upcoming Monday. There is a preference to finish business up before Christmas from many teams, so that would leave this week as prime time for these three free agents to sign."
"In related news, Tatsuya Imai would make a lot of sense for Atlanta. From there, movement can spark other movement. Additionally, the top of the free agent classes have tended to sign overwhelmingly in December in recent years, but only Dylan Cease, Kyle Schwarber, and Pete Alonso of the expected $100 million+ free agents have signed anywhere as of yet. I am personally expecting a flurry of movement over the next couple days."
Multiple MLB teams are likely to make a flurry of moves in the coming days as several major posting windows from Japan approach closure. Munetaka Murakami's posting window closes this upcoming Monday, and teams prefer to finish business before Christmas, making the current week prime time for signings. Tatsuya Imai is a logical fit for Atlanta, and early signings can trigger further transactions across the market. Historically, top free agents sign in December, but among the expected $100 million-plus targets only Dylan Cease, Kyle Schwarber, and Pete Alonso have signed so far. A flurry of movement is expected over the next few days. The player reviews series continues with a focus on budding pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach, whose season ended prematurely. The Pittsburgh Pirates still seek an additional proven bat despite acquiring Brandon Lowe from the Rays.
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