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Offseason Winds Down: Key Free Agents Still Available

2/2/2026

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The offseason is nearing its end as pitchers and catchers report soon.
Free-agent starting pitchers Framber Valdez and Zac Gallen remain unsigned.
The Yankees, Mets, Padres, and Diamondbacks are interested in Ty France, who batted .257 last season.
The Diamondbacks are looking at Carlos Santana as a first-base option, with Pavin Smith projected as their starter.

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Story summary

The offseason is nearing its end as pitchers and catchers report soon.
Free-agent starting pitchers Framber Valdez and Zac Gallen remain unsigned.
The Yankees, Mets, Padres, and Diamondbacks are interested in Ty France, who batted .257 last season.
The Diamondbacks are looking at Carlos Santana as a first-base option, with Pavin Smith projected as their starter.