Yahoo Sports has released its annual ranking of the top 40 Major League Baseball free agents following the conclusion of the 2026 World Series. The list, compiled by Kris Willis, evaluates the most prominent players available on the open market as teams begin their offseason planning.
The ranking arrives after a postseason that saw the Los Angeles Dodgers compete in the National League Championship Series. A photograph from Game 4 at Dodger Stadium on October 15, 2026, shows pitcher Tarik Skubal in the Dodgers dugout, though Skubal is not currently a free agent.
The free-agent class includes players from both leagues, with the rankings considering performance, age, positional scarcity, and projected market value. Teams will use such assessments to guide roster decisions ahead of the 2027 season.
