The Los Angeles Dodgers figure to be heavily represented in the upcoming free agent class, with shortstop Manny Machado expected to sign perhaps the most lucrative contract in professional sports history. Depending on the fate of his opt-out clause, Clayton Kershaw may join him on the open market as well.
Another key player that is scheduled to reach free agency at the conclusion of the season is left-hander Hyun-Jin Ryu, who has bounced back from previous struggles and injuries to put forth an excellent 2018 campaign.
In 14 starts this season, Ryu is 6-3 with career-bests in ERA (2.