This is The Iceman's Top 20 Free Agents heading into the 2012 MLB season with predictions. When that player is signed, I will put if my prediction was correct or incorrect.
1- Albert Pujols- Cardinals- I simply can't imagine him anywhere else. I know the Marlins have been interested but where do they put Gaby Sanchez? (Incorrect)
2- Jose Reyes- Marlins- Sadly, I think it's the end Mets fans. Hanley seems like bait because he's played with him and it's close to the Dominican Republic. (Correct)
3- Prince Fielder- Nationals- The Nats proved last year that they can spend money. With a need at 1B, Fielder seems like their first choice.
4- Yu Darvish- Rangers- I think that even if they do resign CJ Wilson, they'll still need another great starter. Jon Daniels says he wants pitching. And Yu Darvish seems like a good fit. He could also work in Toronto, Minnesota or Seattle.
5- Aramis Ramirez- Angels- Either them or Detroit. Jerry DiPoto probably wants to make a good first impression and fill the void at the hot corner. Aramis seems like a good choice.(Incorrect)
6- CJ Wilson- Royals- I know it's a shocker. But we all know they really need an ace. CJ can go for a decent price and the Royals have no quality ace. He would also fit with the Cubs, Marlins and Rangers again. (Incorrect)
7- Jimmy Rollins- Phillies- Ruben Amaro says Rollins is a priority. And I believe him. He'll do whatever it takes to bring back his leadoff man. (Correct)
8- Michael Cuddyer- Twins- He's been a Twin his whole career. That's where his attention is but he'd also fit in Pittsburgh, Boston or Seattle. (Incorrect)
9- Mark Buehrle- White Sox- Kenny Williams knows the fans will love to have Mark back. That's what he'll try to do. But Seattle, Toronto, Texas or Miami could try to offer. (Incorrect)
10- David Ortiz- Blue Jays- Blue Jays now know what Bautista can do. Anthopoulos wants an offensive machine and Big Papi's not a bad start.(Incorrect)
11- Carlos Beltran- Red Sox- With Papi predicted to leave and the failed trade rumors, Cherington should try for him.
12- Edwin Jackson- Mariners- Zduriencik knows King Felix is his only great arm. Why not try to improve the rotation with him?
13- Ryan Madson- Astros- With 2 borderline setup men closing games last year, the Astros should go for a quality man and surprise the league.
14- Hiroki Kuroda- Dodgers- Simple. He won't play anywhere else for now.
15- Yoenis Cespedes- Mets- Sandy Alderson could trade Angel Pagan to make room for this slugger from Cuba. I like those odds.
16- Carlos Pena- Brewers- With Prince probably out, they should go for Pena to be their 1B.
17- Heath Bell- Padres- He loves San Diego. So if they offer, he'll take it. (Incorrect)
18- Javier Vazquez- Twins- Terry Ryan clearly wants an arm. Why not go for Vaz?
19- Kelly Johnson- Blue Jays- Had a good September. That's probably bait for any team.
20- Wei Yin Chen- Rockies- They really need a guy to lead their staff. No MLB hitters have faced Chen so why not bring in foreign talent?
Please put in your top 20 and predictions please!
