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MLB: 5 free agents not named Freeman or Correa teams should covet

By Miranda Remaklus

Freddie Freeman, Atlanta Braves. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
Freddie Freeman, Atlanta Braves. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) /
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CINCINNATI, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 20: Nick Castellanos #2 of the Cincinnati Reds (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
CINCINNATI, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 20: Nick Castellanos #2 of the Cincinnati Reds (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) /

Nick Castellanos

Nick Castellanos declined an $18.4 qualifying offer from the Cincinnati Reds to become a free agent. A passionate player with skills at the plate, it will be interesting to see where Castellanos lands once the MLB lockout ends.

While his eight-season career has been a bit slow, he had a breakout season in 2021 that suggests the promise of more in the future. In 2021, Castellanos hit .309/.362/.576 with 34 home runs, 38 doubles, 41 walks and 100 RBI.

Castellanos’ 2021 numbers should be enough to earn a good payday. He would be a tremendous asset as a potential designated hitter. He played significant time at right field for the Reds and would be a good option there.

Due to previous numbers, Castellanos may not get a large contract but he should be rewarded for having an excellent 2021 season and potential for building on those numbers in the future.

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