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MLB's 2025-26 Free Agent Class Headlined by Astros Stars
15 Aug
Summary
- Three Astros stars - Tucker, Bregman, Valdez - top the 2025-26 free agent class
- Power hitters Schwarber, Alonso, Suárez also set to hit the open market
- Closers Díaz, Chapman, Suárez expected to be in high demand
As the 2025 MLB trade deadline has passed, front offices are now turning their attention to the upcoming free agent class. The 2025-26 class is expected to be headlined by three Houston Astros stars - outfielder Kyle Tucker, infielder Alex Bregman, and pitcher Framber Valdez.
Tucker, a four-time All-Star, is projected to command a massive contract worth between $500 million and $650 million based on recent deals for players of his caliber. Bregman, who is making $40 million this year, is likely to opt out of his current contract and seek a longer-term deal. Valdez, an elite ground-ball pitcher, is coming off three straight seasons with over 175 innings pitched and a top-10 Cy Young finish.
In addition to the Astros trio, the class is also set to feature several of the game's most prolific power hitters, including Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso, and Eugenio Suárez. On the pitching side, closers Edwin Díaz, Aroldis Chapman, and Robert Suárez are all poised to hit the open market.
The landscape could shift between now and November, as player performance, health, and contract decisions will all play a role in shaping the final free agent class. But as of mid-August 2025, the stage is set for an exciting offseason of player movement and high-profile signings.
