MLB free agency: One free agent each team should sign

Los Angeles Dodgers: Addison Reed

Admittedly, the team that was on pace for much of the year to win 120 games does not have many obvious holes to fill heading into the offseason. The Dodgers are set in the rotation even if they let Yu Darvish walk (which seems probable considering they were not wildly enthused about signing Zack Greinke to a $200-million deal two years ago). They are also locked into their starters around the diamond and have a handful of elite prospects knocking on the door.

For all of the money the Dodgers have spent recently, a quality bullpen has eluded them. With the exception of closer Kenley Jansen, Dodgers fans have been forced to nervously watch their middle relief men and hope for the best. With no other key free agents to address this winter, now is the time for the Dodgers to make a stronger investment in their bullpen.

Right-hander Addison Reed is the best and youngest in a deep group of free-agent middle relievers this year. He does have closing experience and has improved steadily since making his debut in 2011 at the age of 22. Reed should fit well in pitcher-friendly Dodger Stadium. He can become prone to the longball at times, but that is less of an issue in a park where the ball does not fly.

The Dodgers have scaled back their free-agent spending in recent years as Andrew Friedman tries to get the budget under control. With Clayton Kershaw’s opt-out date looming, failing to get to the World Series this year could force the front office to spend more than they want to.