Part 1: Who Might Play Third Base In The Next Two Seasons?

Emmanuel Rivera is one possibility.The following article was written before yesterday’s trades. The Diamondbacks acquired Jace Peterson and traded Josh Rojas to the Mariners. The article was updated with information about Jace Peterson.

In my view, there are some obvious players who might play third base.

This season, the Diamondbacks’ hot corner has seen Josh Rojas, Emmanuel Rivera, Evan Longoria, and Geraldo Perdomo.

Although next season many free agents will be available, I will pick one player as a placeholder for an acquisition possibility. My pick is Jeimer Candelario (8 seasons in the Majors, age 29).

Jace Peterson was acquired by the Diamondbacks.

Four of the Diamondbacks’ top 11…