The Baltimore Orioles are navigating a challenging offseason as they face crucial decisions regarding free agents Corbin Burnes and Anthony Santander. With the potential contracts for both players exceeding $300 million, retaining them seems unlikely.

While the team has already signed Tyler O’Neill to replace Santander, they still need to address their pitching needs. Their reluctance to forfeit draft picks limits their options in free agency, particularly for pitchers like Sean Manaea and Jack Flaherty.

Despite a flurry of activity in the MLB offseason, several intriguing free agents remain unsigned. This analysis explores the best fits for ten notable players based on team needs and player skills.

Ha-Seong Kim is suggested for the Seattle Mariners, while Tanner Scott aligns well with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Christian Walker is a prime candidate for the Houston Astros, and Sean Manaea could return to the New York Mets.

Other players discussed include Jack Flaherty, Teoscar Hernández, Anthony Santander, Pete Alonso, Alex Bregman, and Corbin Burnes, each with potential fits across various teams.

The New York Mets have decided not to retain any players who received the one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer, including first baseman Pete Alonso and pitchers Luis Severino and Sean Manaea, all of whom are pursuing long-term contracts in free agency.

Alonso, despite a down year, showcased his power with 34 home runs and a strong postseason performance. Meanwhile, Manaea had a breakout season, and Severino rebounded well after switching teams. The future of these players with the Mets remains uncertain as they test their market value.

Nick Martinez is the sole free agent to accept a qualifying offer among 13 players, totaling $21.05 million, from their former teams. Notable players who declined include Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes, and Alex Bregman.

The qualifying offer system, in place since 2012, has seen only 14 of 144 offers accepted. Martinez, who had a solid season with the Cincinnati Reds, will be a free agent again next offseason without compensation.

The recent deadline for Major League Baseball players to accept or reject qualifying offers saw minimal action, with only Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Martinez accepting the one-year deal worth $21.05 million. This marks Martinez as the 14th player to accept such an offer since its introduction in 2012.

Among the 12 players who declined their offers are notable names like Juan Soto and Alex Bregman. Players who reject the offer will remain free agents but will incur draft-pick compensation if they sign with another team.