The Boston Red Sox appear to be seriously considering star free-agent shortstop Dansby Swanson now. Bringing Swanson aboard would allow them to keep Trevor Story at second base. Swanson's free-agent market is in very good shape, with the Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves among the other teams interested. Boston made a run to try and re-sign Xander Bogaerts, but he chose the San Diego Padres for 11 years and $280 million. The 28-year-old Swanson is quickly becoming one of ...

The Minnesota Twins will now consider signing free-agent shortstop Dansby Swanson after failing to re-sign Carlos Correa. The Twins made a decent attempt to reunite with Correa, offering close to $285 million for 10 years, but he chose to go to San Francisco for a whopping 13 years and $350 million on Tuesday night. USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale reports that Swanson's free-agent market has skyrocketed with the recent big signings of Correa, Xander Bogaerts and Trea Turner. Along with the ...

According to a tweet from The New York Post's Jon Heyman on Sunday afternoon, shortstop Dansby Swanson is reportedly a "possibility for the Dodgers." Heyman tweeted: "Star free agent SS Dansby Swanson appears to be possibility for the Dodgers, where he could reunite with Freddie Freeman. Swanson, who married USWNT/Chicago Red Stars star Mallory Pugh Saturday, also has drawn interest from Cubs/others. Incumbent Braves remain stealthy or quiet." Swanson enjoyed a breakout at the plate in 2022, ...

The Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals, Minnesota Twins and Boston Red Sox are among the teams that have shown the most interest in free-agent shortstop Dansby Swanson so far this offseason. Swanson's hometown Atlanta Braves are also in the mix to re-sign him if he so chooses. The Twins and Red Sox are probably interested as a fallback option in case they can't re-sign Carlos Correa and Xander Bogaerts, respectively. It's likely that Swanson won't sign with a team until after Correa and ...

The Chicago Cubs' interest in the free-agent shortstop market isn't a secret, but according to a source, there's a chance that they could sign two of the three remaining star shortstops, likely Xander Bogaerts and Dansby Swanson. The Cubs also met with Carlos Correa on Monday at the Winter Meetings in San Diego. MLB.com's Mark Feinsand reports that signing both Bogaerts and Swanson would likely hinge upon convincing Bogaerts to move to third base. The rebuilding Cubs will apparently be in on the...

The St. Louis Cardinals are among the teams with interest in free-agent shortstop Dansby Swanson. If Swanson doesn't re-sign with his hometown Atlanta Braves, the Cardinals and Chicago Cubs are possibilities to land him. The Cardinals have been very active in the shortstop market and could also look at signing Xander Bogaerts. Adding a player like Swanson or Bogaerts would allow the Cardinals to use super-utility players Tommy Edman and Brendan Donovan in other spots. They could also use a ...

The Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies are among the teams showing active interest in free-agent shortstop Dansby Swanson ahead of next week's Winter Meetings in San Diego, according to sources. Swanson turned down the Atlanta Braves' $19.65 million qualifying offer after the season to become a free agent since he's likely to receive more in average annual value on the open market. The 28-year-old is one of the big four free-agent shortstops this offseason, joining Trea Turner, Xander ...

The Atlanta Braves made an opening offer during the season to star shortstop Dansby Swanson, and sources suggested it was in the $100 million ballpark. Swanson, who is a Georgia product, is believed to want to stay in Atlanta, but it sounds like the two sides have plenty of work to do to land a long-term contract extension. Swanson will become a free agent after the World Series, and there will be plenty of suitors for his services. The 28-year-old first-time All-Star in 2022 continues to get ...

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson earned his first career Gold Glove Award Tuesday, becoming the third Braves' shortstop to win the award. The 28-year-old had an excellent season overall, being selected to his first All-Star team while slashing .277/.329/.447 with 25 home runs, 96 RBI, and 18 stolen bases. Swanson provided a career-high in RBI and stolen bases while falling just three shy of a career-high in HR. He will be an intriguing fantasy option at a relatively thin position heading...

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson continued his hot stretch at the plate during Sunday's game against the New York Mets. Swanson kicked off his game with a solo home run off right-hander Chris Bassitt in the opening frame. The 28-year-old finished 1-for-3 on the day with a walk. His power surge has helped the Braves climb to a two game lead over the Mets in the division. Swanson is hitting .277/.329/.448 with 25 homers, 96 RBI and 18 stolen bases this season.