Houston Astros Ace Justin Verlander Headlines Potential Free Agents In World Series
Both the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies have nine players eligible to file for free agency five days after the World Series. Most of the players are tied into some sort of option in their contracts for 2023. Justin Verlander has a player option for $25 million in 2022. The Phillies hold club options on Jean Segura for $17 million and starter Aaron Nola for €16 million. Zach Eflin has $15 million mutual option. The biggest decision will be made by Verler who is the favorite to win the American League Cy Young Award. He led the AL in wins with an 18-4 record and a 1.75 ERA in 28 starts.
