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Three Free Agent Arms Your Team Should Sign

Lance's Pitcher Notes highlights three undervalued free‑agent pitchers worth targeting in the weak 2026 market. The author leverages contract forecasts from Ben Clemens, Keith Law, Kiley McDaniel, and MLB Trade Rumors, linking to an interactive tool that maps projected salaries for both pitchers and position players. By navigating the ~50 most relevant free agents, readers can see price ranges and spot the three arms the author recommends signing. This resource offers a data‑driven shortcut for teams looking to add cost‑effective talent this offseason.

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Teruaki Sato is a Risky Bet

Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato, who logged 182 games and 79 homers for the Hanshin Tigers, is set to test MLB waters. Analysts project a contract north of $23 million AAV, eclipsing the $18 million record set by Masataka Yoshida. Sato swings at a 52% rate—the fifth‑highest in NPB—producing elite exit velocity (max 116.3 mph) and a barrel rate that peaked at 18.4% last season. While his aggressive approach yields hard, high‑launch hits, it also raises questions about adjusting to MLB pitching, where contact rates typically dip. The piece weighs his power upside against the risk of his swing‑heavy profile.

MLB Tigers

8 days ago · 0 reads

I Really Like Kaima Taira. You Should Too

Lance’s Pitcher Notes spotlights Kaima Taira, the 5‑foot‑8 right‑hander who could be the most intriguing arm on the market this offseason. Taira boasts a rare combination of a low 25° arm angle, an exceptional 6.8‑foot extension—about 20% taller than his height—and a release point farther toward third base than 90% of MLB righties. This unique release profile, comparable to few major leaguers like Craig Kimbrel, could justify a $10‑15 million annual contract despite his 95.5 mph four‑seamer. The piece also notes the author’s recent personal milestone, welcoming a newborn.

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