Will Yankees cave into Blake Snell’s waiting game?
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Follow UsThe reigning Cy Young King, Blake Snell, remains the crown jewel of the free agent pitching market. Despite flirtations with various teams, he hasn’t signed on the dotted line, leaving everyone guessing at his next destination.
Snell’s stock sits high as the most coveted arm available. While insider Jon Heyman reports the lefty isn’t in any rush to settle, comparisons are drawn to Bryce Harper’s deliberate 2019 free agency, which ultimately landed him a record-breaking13-year, $330 million deal with the Phillies.
Though not expecting a similar historical contract, Heyman predicts a hefty pay raise for Snell. His patient approach, combined with his recent well-received appearance at the baseball writers’ dinner, speaks volumes about his calculated strategy.
Of course, Snell is represented by the legendary Scott Boras, kn