The Final Free-Agent Signings and Trades Before the Music Stopped

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the last wave of signings and trades prior to the start of the lockout including Rich Hill to Boston, Marcus Stroman to the Cubs, Mark Melancon to Arizona, Corey Knebel to Philadelphia, and a Red Sox-Brewers swap that sent Jackie Bradley Jr. and two prospects to Boston for Hunter Renfroe. Plus, how much does playing 'close to home' factor into a free agent's decision-making process? Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_Ghiroli Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels Subscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.