So the offseason has begun, which means the rumor mill is turning. As of this point we cannot put too much stock into the different pieces of information swirling around.
Counterpoint: let us speculate wildly!
First things first. Bryce Harper reportedly turned down a huge offer from the Nationals:
Important on Harper: Both sides considered this a respectful offer. It wasn’t insulting. It was unprecedented.
— Chelsea Janes (@chelsea_janes) November 7, 2018
Keep in mind, this would be the biggest free agent deal by total money paid in the history of the four major sports.