# MLB Teams Ranked for 2027 Offseason

> MLB teams prepare for 2027 by ranking winter rosters ahead of free agency moves.
- Title: MLB Teams Ranked for 2027 Offseason · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: MLB teams prepare for 2027 by ranking winter rosters ahead of free agency moves.
- Keywords: mlb, roster, 2027, offseason, free agents, wins above replacement, fangraphs, mlb teams, projected rosters, winter roster
- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/where-every-mlb-team-starts-2026-2027-offseason
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- Topics: mlb, roster, 2027, offseason, free agents, wins above replacement, fangraphs, mlb teams, projected rosters, winter roster, sports
## 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.
## Key takeaway

MLB teams rank their 2027 projected rosters by Wins Above Replacement to identify free agent needs before the offseason.