Mark Teixeira – Possible Free Agent Destinations

Mark Teixeira is perhaps the hottest name in all of baseball free agency right now. While players like CC Sabathia and Manny Ramirez get all the headlines, Teixeira is likely getting more widespread interest than any player.

Here are possible destinations for free agent Mark Teixeira:

Los Angeles Angels
His current team will undoubtedly want him to return. With their deep pockets, it’s going to be difficult to outbid the Angels.

Boston Red Sox
The Red Sox are still a very good team but they need a bat to replace Manny Ramirez’s presence. Teixeira is the man in free agency who could do that.

New York Yankees
While it’s true that the Yankees want everyone, Teixeira actaully makes a lot of sense. The Yankees could play him at first base to replace the departing Jason Giambi. And while their hitting is already good, Teixeira would make it even better.

Baltimore Orioles
The Orioles are the darkhorse team in this race. Teixeira is a local kid who grew up a big fan of the Orioles. If management offers a big enough contract, Teixeira will be very tempted to go home.

Washington Nationals
Need a big bat to wake up their sleeping franchise, the Nationals may think that Teixeira is the answer. His addition would undoubtedly sell tickets and give the team a chance to contend.

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