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Free agency isn’t always about spending the most money. Baseball smarts matter, too. We’re reminded of this every season.

The free-agent market includes several stars who need no introduction and possess skill sets coveted by teams all around MLB. But beyond names such as J.D. Martinez, Eric Hosmer and Wade Davis, there are many under-the-radar players whose abilities could provide a boost to clubs that sign them.

With Giancarlo Stanton joining Aaron Judge in the Bronx, one of the two Yankees right fielders is going to have to find some time in left field. But which one? We can use Statcast data to find out which may fit better.

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Could a move away from spacious Kauffman Stadium give Eric Hosmer a power boost? Let’s use Statcast to see how his 2017 season might have played out in Boston, San Diego and St. Louis.

The Hot Stove is open for business, and news, trade buzz and rumors are in full swing. Here’s the latest from around the big leagues.

Anthony Rendon has spent his entire career in the Nationals’ organization, and he enjoys the comfort he has. Taking that into consideration, Rendon said during the Nationals Winterfest on Sunday that he would be open to the possibility of staying in Washington long term.

The Yankees have agreed to a one-year deal with CC Sabathia worth $10 million, a source told MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. The deal is pending a physical, which the club has not confirmed.

At times, it can seem like every single trade possibility is floated as a rumor during Hot Stove season, yet MLB has the capacity for a deal almost no one saw coming.

The Los Angeles Dodgers today acquired outfielder Matt Kemp from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, pitchers Scott Kazmir and Brandon McCarthy, infielder Charlie Culberson and cash considerations.