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Early predictions on possible deals for top 10 free agents 

Post#1 » by HMFFL » Wed Sep 26, 2012 3:53 pm

Jon Heyman of CBS has us linked to the following.

Early predictions on possible deals for top 10 free agents

2. Zack Greinke, Angels SP (Prediction: $125 million, six years)

The executive started with the idea that the Brewers already tried at least $100 million for five years, and went logically from there. Greinke always has his own ideas, and one person who knows him said a few months ago he believed the Braves, Angels and Cardinals were the best fits, though the Cards seem well-stocked for pitchers. The Dodgers are a threat to get anyone good, and Nationals GM Mike Rizzo tried to lure Greinke two years ago with a similar $100 million bid. So that's two for basically the same price he's turned down. One thing about Greinke we know: he won't go to a team unless he's convinced they are ready to win

7. Shane Victorino, Dodgers OF (Prediction: $25 million, two years)

Victorino has talked aloud about wanting to stay in L.A., though with Carl Crawford due back by early next season it doesn't seem like the perfect spot for him. Publicly, Dodgers people aren't ruling it out, though maybe they are being kind. The Nats, Mets, Braves, Phillies and Giants all could be better fits, though Victorino will have to lower his sights after originally seeking a five-year deal. One aside: He is represented by the Levinsons' ACES agency, which is currently under MLB investigation.

http://www.cbssports.com/mlb/blog/jon-h ... -lohse-etc

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