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MLB Teams Ranked for 2027 Offseason
MLB teams prepare for 2027 by ranking winter rosters ahead of free agency moves.
In brief
MLB teams prepare for 2027 by ranking winter rosters ahead of free agency moves. MLB teams rank their 2027 projected rosters by Wins Above Replacement to identify free agent needs before the offseason. Originally reported by Mlb.
Quick answers
- What is a winter roster?
- The roster teams take into winter differs from Opening Day and playoff rosters as it reflects current players before free agency moves.
- Why rank winter rosters?
- Ranking winter rosters helps teams identify free agents to add and positions needing improvement before the 2027 season.
- How are rosters ranked?
- Teams are ranked by Wins Above Replacement (WAR) projections from FanGraphs to show potential 2027 roster strength.
- What is the key takeaway from MLB Teams Ranked for 2027 Offseason?
- MLB teams rank their 2027 projected rosters by Wins Above Replacement to identify free agent needs before the offseason.
What is a winter roster?
The roster teams take into winter differs from Opening Day and playoff rosters as it reflects current players before free agency moves.
Why rank winter rosters?
Ranking winter rosters helps teams identify free agents to add and positions needing improvement before the 2027 season.
How are rosters ranked?
Teams are ranked by Wins Above Replacement (WAR) projections from FanGraphs to show potential 2027 roster strength.
Dodgers rank #1
The Dodgers remain top-ranked despite a recent NLCS loss with needs for second base, bullpen, and rotation depth.
Yankees rank #2
The Yankees have needs for third base, second base, bullpen, and center field after a recent ALDS loss.
Mariners rank #3
The Mariners have needs for left field, right field, shortstop, and bullpen after a disappointing 2026 season.
Red Sox rank #4
The Red Sox need shortstop, left field, power, and bullpen help after a mixed 2026 season.
Brewers rank #5
The Brewers are projected as a top-five team despite potential losses of key players like Jake Bauers.
Mets rank #6
The Mets have needs for rotation, bullpen, first base, and second base after a turnaround post-All-Star break.
Guardians rank #7
The Guardians have needs for first base, rotation depth, backup catcher, and bullpen after a strong 2026 season.
Rays rank #8 (tie)
The Rays have needs for second base and rotation depth after a strong 2026 season.
Twins rank #8 (tie)
The Twins have needs for rotation, bullpen, catcher, and power after a 77-85 season.
Blue Jays rank #8 (tie)
The Blue Jays have needs for outfield and rotation after a weak 2026 season.
Tigers rank #8 (tie)
The Tigers have needs for right-handed outfielders, defense, and bullpen after a 2026 season.
Phillies rank #12 (tie)
The Phillies have needs for two outfielders, third base, rotation depth, and bullpen after a mixed 2026 season.
Braves rank #12 (tie)
The Braves have needs for shortstop, rotation, left field, and bullpen after a 2026 season.
Pirates rank #12 (tie)
The Pirates have needs for third base, rotation depth, bullpen, and outfield/DH after a strong 2026 season.
What matters most
MLB teams rank their 2027 projected rosters by Wins Above Replacement to identify free agent needs before the offseason.
