Whether it’s a veteran with a history of big slugging capabilities or a former MVP, the options are out there. Let’s take a look at three of the best hitters that are still out on the free-agent market.
ATLANTA, GA – MAY 7: Marcell Ozuna #20 of the Atlanta Braves hits into an RBI fielder’s choice during the first inning during the game between the Atlanta Braves and the Boston Red Sox at Truist Park on May 7, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves/Getty Images)
The most potent potential bat remaining on the market is far and away designated hitter Marcell Ozuna. Though he had a down year in 2025 by his standards, he still provided above-average punch compared to the rest of the league.
In 145 games, Ozuna had a 114 wRC+ and slugged 21 homers and 19 doubles while driving in 68 runs and finishing tied for seventh in MLB with 94 walks. For most hitters, that’s an extremely solid line.
But for Ozuna, it failed to meet expectations. In the two previous seasons, he averaged 39.5 homers, 30 doubles, 102 RBIs, and a 147 wRC+. Unsurprisingly, he received MVP votes both years and earned an All-Star nod in 2024.
Ozuna is entering his age-35 season, so there is very much a chance that he doesn’t regain his 2023-24 form. Even if he bounces back from 2025 a little bit, though, that would be production that any team would be glad to have.
Hopeful contenders like the Rangers and Royals finished bottom three in wRC+ from the DH position in MLB in 2025. They also don’t have guaranteed fixes to their problems in 2026, making great possible homes for Ozuna.
For over a decade and a half, Paul Goldschmidt has terrorized opposing pitchers. His career 63.8 bWAR ranks seventh among active players and is currently tied for 152nd all time, just behind MLB legends like Roy Halladay, Dave Winfield, and Jackie Robinson.
Goldschmidt played his sole season for the Yankees last year after signing a one-year contract the previous offseason. And even in his age-37 season, he wasn’t exactly an easy out at the plate.