PT TOMORROW: NL West—What if Jansen walks?

Los Angeles Dodgers

It seems an anathema to think that LA could let Kenley Jansen (RHP, LA) walk in free agency this winter, but could it actually happen? He has been, yet again, one of the best closers in the league this season with a 13.3 Dom, 10.1 Cmd, and a 214 BPV, it would be hard to imagine the front office let him walk out the door without a competitive offer. However, there could be younger, cheaper options that could step into the role if the front office decides to open their (considerable) purse strings elsewhere.

Pedro Báez (RHP, LA) has been spectacular in his own right this season. He throws hard (97 mph), has a 10.1 Dom, and has garnered a well above average 15% SwK%. He has struggled with the long ball this season (1.5...

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